COVEN

97%
Game Brain Score Based on 60 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • atmosphere
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Coven is a retro fps/slasher set in the 1600's in which you play as a young woman who is wrongly accused of witchcraft and burned at the stake. She's resurrected by an unknown force and seeks revenge.

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97%
Audience ScoreBased on 60 reviews
gameplay7 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique blend of magic and gunplay, providing a satisfying and engaging combat experience.
  • The visual style and music enhance the overall atmosphere, creating a compelling and immersive environment.
  • COVEN offers a fresh take on the boomer shooter genre with innovative mechanics, such as resource management through consuming enemies.
  • There are noticeable difficulty spikes and some resource management issues, particularly in the middle of the game.
  • Level design can feel repetitive, with significant backtracking required to progress.
  • As an early access title, it has some rough edges, including bugs and a lack of certain features like quicksave.
  • gameplay17 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its solid mechanics, fast-paced action, and satisfying experience, particularly in its unique undead theme where players can consume defeated enemies. However, some criticism arises from repetitive level design and backtracking, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. Despite initial impressions, many players find the game rewarding as they unlock deeper mechanics and appreciate its distinct aesthetic and resource management features.

    • “Very solid game with fun mechanics, a nice visual style, and fluid gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay is slick and fast-paced, but can also take a turn to a very chilled pace when wandering around looking for secrets or potential missed items, so it is very nicely balanced.”
    • “I have played the demo(s) a countless amount of times because of just how purely satisfying the gameplay is, coupled with an awesome aesthetic overall.”
    • “Great game mechanics but horrendous level design and execution.”
    • “75% of the gameplay is backtracking the same nearly identical levels (and sublevels).”
    • “I kind of stand by my first impression: the first level is just not very good and most of the fun mechanics are not yet unlocked.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its thematic fit and ability to enhance the overall experience, particularly during intense combat situations. Reviewers appreciate the engaging soundtrack, which goes beyond typical genres, and complements the vibrant visuals and satisfying gameplay. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's appeal and atmosphere.

    • “The music fits tremendously with the theme of the game and ramps up when enemies are a'comin, which adds to the intensity of some situations.”
    • “Satisfying weaponry, loads of gore, vibrant visuals, nice music - easy recommendation!”
    • “Good music and *very* satisfying chunky combat.”
    • “The soundtrack isn't just boring, djenty metal; the combat has some cool weapons and gimmicks so far (again, I have only finished the first level), but I like what I am seeing so far.”
  • atmosphere6 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its unique blend of dark fantasy and medieval occult themes, creating a spooky, immersive experience. Reviewers highlight the well-designed levels and pixelated graphics that enhance the game's gloomy ambiance, contributing to a powerful and engaging gameplay experience. Overall, the atmosphere is described as rich and evocative, making it a standout feature in the indie retro-shooter genre.

    • “Now nearly 4 hours in... and this has some of the best, most unique atmosphere and level design I've experienced in the indie retro-shooter space.”
    • “Coven is well-designed and allows for much freedom in tackling combat, and its pixelated look pairs rather well with its gloomy atmosphere.”
    • “An absolute power fantasy FPS, drenched in an atmosphere of medieval occult horror, in which you play a woman who was burnt alive by a bunch of people who accused her of being a witch because she could spell her name or count to ten.”
    • “Oozes a spooky Halloween atmosphere and the retro-inspired graphics are done beautifully.”
  • graphics3 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their vibrant visuals and retro-inspired design, creating a satisfying and immersive aesthetic that enhances the gameplay experience. The combination of spooky atmosphere, detailed weaponry, and gore contributes to an overall appealing look that resonates well with players.

    • “I have played the demo a countless number of times because of how purely satisfying the gameplay is, coupled with an awesome aesthetic overall.”
    • “Satisfying weaponry, loads of gore, vibrant visuals, nice music - easy recommendation!”
    • “Oozes a spooky Halloween atmosphere, and the retro-inspired graphics are done beautifully.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The game features a blend of dark humor and entertaining voice acting, which enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements woven into the action and maps, contributing to a fun atmosphere.

    • “The action, maps, music, and dark humor are fantastic.”
    • “The voice acting is genuinely hilarious.”
  • story2 mentions

    The story is praised for its intriguing lore and fantastic premise, with players enjoying the opportunity to engage in chaotic actions against radical individuals.

    • “The lore and story so far have been quite intriguing.”
    • “The whole story premise is just fantastic; I adore wreaking havoc on radical individuals!”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, often feeling moved to tears and expressing gratitude for the experience, highlighting its impactful storytelling and themes.

    • “Shed a tear and proclaimed, 'God bless this great nation.'”
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