Duncan and the Wisp

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Duncan and the Wisp is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Jeremiah Hughes and was released on June 10, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

Top Down Action Adventure with click to move mechanics

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Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews

story4 positive mentions

Charming pixel art and a touching story about friendship that captivates players.
Engaging gameplay with well-designed levels that require both quick reflexes and logical thinking.
Strong soundtrack and intuitive controls, making it a delightful experience for fans of metroidvanias.

Short gameplay length and a lack of depth in the combat system, which may leave players wanting more.
Some technical issues, including bugs and clunky controls that can disrupt the experience.
Limited use for collectibles and imbalanced enemy strength compared to player health, leading to frustration in later levels.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received positive feedback for its engaging characters and strong narrative, with many players appreciating its twists and straightforward plot. While some found the pacing rushed, the overall consensus highlights a rich and enjoyable storyline that effectively draws players in. The combination of a cute world setting and a simple yet compelling motive adds to the game's charm.
- “Still managed to get me invested in the story and the characters.”
- “Pro: good soundtrack, gameplay mechanism pretty good, story was great with an extra twist ending, smooth animation.”
- “It has a rich storyline that is amazing.”
- “The story/dialogue felt a bit rushed, like I was forced into some kind of 'speed run'; no time to chit chat, take the offering up the mountain!”
- “The plot is straightforward (collect all 4 elements to defeat the 5th, 'shadow'), but it lacks depth and engagement.”
- “While the game has decent graphics and a cute world setting, the story fails to captivate and feels underdeveloped.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, especially for a free-to-play title. While some tracks may be borrowed from other games, they are well-selected and contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the standout features, reflecting a strong dedication to audio quality.
- “One of the biggest shining points of the game was the music.”
- “It feels like a lot of love went into the soundtrack.”
- “The music and graphics are great for this type of game.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring a good soundtrack, smooth animations, and an engaging story with a twist ending. However, some players find the enemy mechanics repetitive and the controls clunky, particularly criticizing the targeting system. Overall, the game offers about an hour of enjoyable gameplay, especially considering its origins as a student project.
- “The gameplay mechanism is pretty good, with a great story that has an extra twist ending and smooth animation.”
- “You can expect about an hour's worth of gameplay from this title, which is not bad for a free game that was created as a student project.”
- “I enjoy the gameplay so far.”
- “The enemies should have different mechanics; them just running at you to melee is not interesting or fun to deal with. You just kite. The only times I died in this game were because of clunky controls or from trying to get the middle mouse button to work.”
- “The targeting mechanic seemed a bit wonky.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are praised for being impressive, especially for a free-to-play title, featuring a simple yet detailed art style and a charming world setting. However, some players have noted that performance issues may arise depending on their hardware, which could affect the overall experience. The soundtrack also receives positive remarks, complementing the visual elements effectively.
- “The game has awesome graphics and soundtrack, especially for a free-to-play game.”
- “Simple yet detailed art style.”
- “Decent graphics, cute world setting (anthropomorphic talking mice), and a straightforward plot.”
- “As far as actual gameplay goes, my graphics card definitely needs an upgrade, so that may have caused some of my issues.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the humor in the game as a standout feature, often referencing specific funny gameplay moments that enhance the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious, with witty dialogue and unexpected situations that keep you laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics, making even the most challenging moments enjoyable.”
- “The quirky characters and their funny interactions add a delightful charm to the overall experience.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is praised for its beauty and is considered mostly bug-free, indicating a high level of stability. However, some users noted a lack of clarity regarding the use of in-game currency, which could affect the overall experience.
- “The game was incredibly beautiful for a free game and mostly bug-free.”
- “I couldn't figure out a use for the coins, but the overall experience was stable and enjoyable.”