HipWitch

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HipWitch is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Studio Hip Sword and was released on February 4, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

HipWitch is a chill puzzle game that invites you to explore a beautiful nature reserve. Play as Prom, a young witch helping a cast of quirky characters. Use a variety of spells, and the power of 90s dial-up internet to solve the tasks ahead!

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

story20 positive mentions

atmosphere3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful art and charming character designs, creating a visually appealing experience.
It's a relaxing and cozy adventure game with a light-hearted story and enjoyable spell mechanics.
Despite its short length, the game offers a delightful experience filled with quirky characters and fun puzzles.

The gameplay involves excessive backtracking across a large map, which can become tedious and disrupt the flow of the game.
The story feels underdeveloped and leaves many questions unanswered, making it feel somewhat shallow.
There are no achievements or significant replayability, which may limit the game's long-term appeal.

story
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
59%
7%
The game's story is generally described as cute and lighthearted, with engaging characters and beautiful visuals, though some players found it to be brief and lacking depth. While many appreciated the charming narrative and humor, others noted issues with backtracking and a reliance on fetch quests, which detracted from the overall experience. Overall, the story is enjoyable and satisfying, leaving players hopeful for future expansions or sequels.
- “I really loved the idea of this world and wished it was a longer game with more things to do and more story.”
- “The art is gorgeous, the gameplay is smooth and not too challenging, the story is entertaining, the characters are relatable and the soundtrack is the icing on the cake.”
- “Cannot recommend enough; beautifully made, wonderful story line with an absolutely heartwarming ending.”
- “The story isn't interesting.”
- “The story was a bit bland and I didn't like all the walking back and forth, but it was still a nice game.”
- “In the end, we get maybe 5 main stages/tasks in the game and half of the gameplay is running in between locations and not the story.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
27%
9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, featuring detailed pixel art and smooth animations that enhance the overall aesthetic. Many reviewers highlight the creative character designs and the visually appealing environments, which contribute to a cozy and immersive atmosphere. While some mention minor issues with the in-game graphics and repetitive settings, the overall consensus is that the visuals are a standout feature that complements the engaging storyline.
- “The visuals and story are amazing, the designs are creative and very fitting, and the characters are each charismatic in their own right.”
- “The style is to die for, the pixel art is made with a lot of detail and yet it has a very unique art style.”
- “Fun game with a really beautiful art style!”
- “The game world itself seemed a bit bland and repetitive but it did all take place in one geographic location so it sorta made sense.”
- “The graphics are ok, the interactions not intuitive but ok, some info however, is imo at least somewhat misleading, but might be me not knowing perfect English..?”
- “It's a very short, charming little graphic adventure.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
40%
12%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. Many players appreciate the soundtrack's ability to complement the cute art style and engaging storylines, although some note that it can become repetitive over time. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and appeal.
- “The art is gorgeous, the gameplay is smooth and not too challenging, the story is entertaining, the characters are relatable and the soundtrack is the icing on the cake.”
- “Cute story lines, beautiful art, and really relaxing music to just chill to while playing.”
- “The music in this game was phenomenal and managed to set the mood very well throughout the game.”
- “The soundtrack gets repetitive soon.”
- “I really like the game so far, the only qualm that I do have about it however is that there is no music level slider.”
- “The music is pretty low key, combined with a game that's pretty linear and not challenging, it makes for a good choice if you're looking for some relaxing gameplay.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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15%
The gameplay is characterized by smooth mechanics, simple puzzles, and a focus on exploration, making it enjoyable yet not overly challenging. Players appreciate the charming art style and relaxing atmosphere, though some note issues with repetitive tasks and a lack of depth in gameplay. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience suitable for casual gaming, especially given its free-to-play nature.
- “Incredible quest, stunning art, and genius spell mechanics—how is this free?!”
- “The art is gorgeous, the gameplay is smooth and not too challenging, the story is entertaining, the characters are relatable and the soundtrack is the icing on the cake.”
- “From the cottagecore art style to the relaxing gameplay and wholesome themes, I would 10/10 recommend this game.”
- “The game suffers from a few gameplay problems and was obviously made by amateurs.”
- “In the end, we get maybe 5 main stages/tasks in the game, and half of the gameplay is running between locations and not focused on the story.”
- “Otherwise, the puzzles are very simple; most of the gameplay revolves around walking through locations that look very similar to each other, and the soundtrack gets repetitive soon.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its pleasant and soothing qualities, enhanced by soft colors and charming characters that fit a nature park setting. Reviewers highlight its meditative experience, making it ideal for players seeking a relaxing, cottage core aesthetic. Overall, the game's atmosphere is described as both charming and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment.
- “This game has so much charm to it, with a soothing atmosphere and characters with real personality to them.”
- “The atmosphere is exactly what I was looking for in a game, perfect for the cottagecore aesthetic enthusiasts.”
- “The atmosphere is exactly what I was looking for in a game, perfect for the cottage core aesthetic peeps.”
- “While it is ultimately a short and relatively easy game, the atmosphere, characters, and puzzle solving all come together to create an almost meditative experience.”
- “I like the game mechanics and the concept, and I feel very chill playing it or even letting it idle in the background as I just soak up the atmosphere while doing other things.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised for its heartwarming storyline, relaxing gameplay, and charming cottagecore art style, creating a wholesome experience that resonates with players. Many reviewers highlight the beautifully crafted world and the uplifting journey it offers, making it a perfect escape for those seeking a feel-good gaming experience.
- “Cannot recommend enough; beautifully made, wonderful story line with an absolutely heartwarming ending.”
- “It's so heart-warming and cute!”
- “Hipwitch takes you on a heart-warming journey that invites you to explore its beautifully detailed, hand-drawn world.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development in the game is praised for its appealing design and animations, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, players suggest improvements, such as displaying ingredient names, to enhance the overall engagement with the characters.
- “I spent quite a while on the game, and I love the character design and the music. What I think can be improved is that the names of the ingredients should be displayed.”
- “Character design is nice.”
- “A sweet little game with excellent character design and animations.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features quick and satisfying gameplay infused with nostalgic and sly humor, alongside a story that includes silly elements and numerous weed references that elicit laughter.
- “Super quick, satisfying gameplay filled with nostalgia and sly humor.”
- “The story has some silly humor, which I love.”
- “I was dying laughing at all the weed references.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to excessive backtracking across the map for tasks. Many feel that improving the map's utility could alleviate some of the frustration associated with the repetitive traversal required to complete objectives.
- “I understand the running when you need an item you found earlier or something along those lines, but the excessive running to and from opposite sides of the map was a bit tedious.”
- “The backtracking was a little tedious, but I feel like having the map more useful to the player would potentially solve this problem.”
- “90% of your time is spent tediously traversing from one end of the map to the other for one task, and then having to do it again umpteen times.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
While players note that the game's performance is generally smooth, there are concerns regarding poor file optimization.
- “The game runs smoothly, providing a seamless experience.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for high performance even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a steady frame rate throughout.”
- “This is a nitpick, but the file optimization is atrocious.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users have reported stability issues, particularly with game freezes that can result in lost progress, suggesting that frequent saving is essential to mitigate potential setbacks.
- “The progress I lost from those two freezes added about another 30 minutes to my playtime, so I would suggest you save often to avoid that same problem.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered multiple bugs that caused the game to freeze, which really disrupted my gameplay.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks replayability due to the absence of achievements and trading cards, which diminishes the incentive for players to revisit it.
- “There are no achievements, no trading cards, and no replayability.”