Evil Wizard
- May 25, 2023
- MetaPub
- 9h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Evil Wizard" is a humorous action RPG with metroidvania elements, where you play as a defeated villain seeking revenge. Reclaim your castle from heroes by facing hordes of enemies, solving puzzles, and navigating intricate levels. Engage in high-paced, skill-based combat using melee attacks and devastating spells to crush your foes.
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Reviews
- The humor is fantastic, filled with witty dialogue and pop culture references that keep the game entertaining.
- The art style is beautiful and polished, with great pixel art and fluid animations that enhance the overall experience.
- The combat is fun and challenging, with responsive controls and a variety of spells that encourage players to experiment with different playstyles.
- Players have reported experiencing soft-locks and issues with the default control schemes, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
- Some bosses are considered to be overly difficult, acting as 'bullet sponges' that can make fights feel tedious.
- The humor may become repetitive for some players, and there are complaints about the lack of options for upgrading equipment after completing the game.
- humor48 mentions
- 96 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness, featuring a mix of parody, fourth-wall breaking, and witty dialogue that resonates with many players. While some found the jokes to become repetitive over time, the overall comedic tone, combined with engaging gameplay and charming visuals, makes it a delightful experience for fans of humorous indie games. However, a few critics felt that the humor did not land as intended, highlighting a mixed reception among players.
“Hilarious dialogue!”
“It's delightful, hilarious, and full of the most whimsically devious fun I've had in a long time.”
“Evil wizard is a fun, beautifully crafted indie game that isn’t afraid to break the 4th wall (think of Deadpool and its style of humor) and throws more goofy jokes around than you can throw spells.”
- gameplay16 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some praising it as responsive, fluid, and fun, effectively delivering humor and unique storytelling. However, others criticize it as unresponsive and chaotic. Overall, the game is noted for its comedic elements and engaging mechanics, particularly on platforms like the Steam Deck.
“One of the funniest games ever – and with good gameplay!”
“The gameplay is responsive and satisfying, and the writing is endearing and pretty funny at times. If you're even a little bit curious, I think it's definitely worth it!”
“The combat mechanics and controls are very good, fluid, and responsive, serving to deliver its unique story and humor, which are at its core.”
“The gameplay is an unresponsive, clusterfuck of a mess.”
“Played the beta and it was one of the funniest games I've ever played with very interesting gameplay and a lot of meta jokes.”
- graphics10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their gorgeous art style and detailed pixel art, with many users highlighting the impressive visual effects and lush environments. However, some players experienced frustrating softlocks that detracted from their overall enjoyment. Despite these technical issues, the visual presentation remains a standout feature of the game.
“The art style is absolutely gorgeous, the level detail is also really well done, effects are as well.”
“Artwork is amazing, the pixel art is really good and there are a lot of super cool VFX.”
“The art style is a delightful treat.”
- story10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is engaging and humorous, cleverly subverting traditional hero tropes while maintaining a strong metroidvania structure. Players appreciate the fluid progression and excellent gameplay, which complement the unique narrative and artistic style, making it an enjoyable experience from start to finish. Overall, the combination of humor and a well-crafted storyline enhances the game's appeal, particularly for fans of the genre.
“It is funny and different, the art is great, and it gets you inside the story from the start.”
“It pokes fun at the very familiar trope and story of the hero protagonist that we are all familiar with and flips it on its head while doing so in hilarious style.”
“The combat mechanics and controls are very good, fluid and responsive and serve to deliver its unique story and humor, which are at its core.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its great soundtrack, which complements the stunning pixel art, enhancing the overall aesthetic experience.
“Has a great soundtrack and gorgeous pixel art!”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players feel that requiring a two-hour grinding achievement in a game that only lasts 6-10 hours is excessive and detracts from the overall experience.
“A 6-10 hour game shouldn't require a 2-hour grinding achievement.”
“A 6-10 hour game shouldn't require a 2-hour grinding achievement.”
