Little Witch in the Woods
- May 16, 2022
- Sunny Side Up
- 8h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"Little Witch in the Woods" is a cozy life simulation game where you play as Ellie, an apprentice witch living in the village of Lucerein Ortu. Your goal is to complete your apprenticeship by helping the nearby villagers and experiencing various stories. The game is currently in Early Access, with new content updates being added to the beta branch first. Join the beta to get a sneak peek at what's to come!
Reviews
- Adorable graphics and charming character designs.
- Relaxing gameplay with a cozy atmosphere.
- Engaging story and interesting quests that keep players invested.
- Controls are awkward and cannot be customized, making gameplay frustrating for some players.
- Excessive dialogue that can feel tedious and repetitive.
- Several bugs and glitches that disrupt gameplay, particularly on MacOS.
- story1,213 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The story of "Little Witch in the Woods" is described as charming and engaging, with a focus on exploration, potion-making, and character interactions. Players appreciate the whimsical narrative and the unique personalities of the NPCs, although some find the dialogue lengthy and occasionally clunky due to translation issues. While the game currently offers a limited storyline due to its early access status, many reviewers express excitement for future updates and expansions to the plot.
“The story is rich and entertaining with a hint of mystery that keeps you on your toes a bit.”
“The story is interesting and keeps you attached.”
“The characters have very fleshed-out personalities and move the story forward well.”
“There's no interesting bits of story, and the writing is just so dull it really just doesn't do it for me.”
“The story is nowhere near complete, which I expect for an early release game; however, the 'ending' still felt rushed and incomplete.”
“The story is too clunky for me to recommend it as a story-based game, and most of it felt less like story and more like ten times the dialogue needed for some fetch quests.”
- graphics432 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their adorable pixel art style, charming character designs, and beautiful environments that create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Many players appreciate the attention to detail in the visuals, which enhance the overall gameplay experience and contribute to the game's whimsical, witchy aesthetic. Despite some minor graphical issues, the art style is considered a standout feature, drawing players in with its cuteness and creativity.
“The graphics are stunning, the characters are adorable and well written, and the gameplay is just so much fun!”
“The pixel graphics are so beautiful and the colors are easy on the eyes due to being just the right amount of saturation.”
“The art style is beautiful, with a semi-detailed pixel art style and well done close up portraits of the characters.”
“The graphics are so cute, I've been loving the storyline, it's relatively easy to progress through... but as it is, it is unplayable for me.”
“Bizarre, unmappable controls, cute but eventually dull, repetitive graphics, and the thinnest veneer of a story that is sometimes incomprehensible.”
“I really wanted to like this game, as the artwork and character design are cute and beautiful, but the dragging dialogue, annoying main character, and awful keybinds really made this game unenjoyable for me.”
- gameplay374 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Little Witch in the Woods" has received mixed feedback, with many players enjoying its cozy atmosphere, charming graphics, and engaging mechanics like potion-making and resource gathering. However, some have criticized the repetitive nature of tasks, excessive dialogue, and various bugs that can hinder the experience. Overall, while the game shows promise and offers a relaxing experience, it still requires improvements in mechanics and content to fully realize its potential.
“The gameplay is satisfying, even when you are grinding.”
“The mechanics are sound and the characters are likeable with an adorable art design.”
“I love the crafting mechanic and how you need to go collect your ingredients, get to explore different areas, have to plan ahead for some ventures into the forest.”
“Although I find myself having a lot of fun in this game, the amount of bugs and problems I've been seeing in my gameplay made me stop playing it.”
“The downside of this game is that gameplay will involve doing things that have always been repeated in the same way, such as finding things in the forest and making the same potions.”
“The gameplay is nothing like Stardew, and I find it so peaceful and refreshing.”
- music232 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and enchanting qualities, enhancing the overall cozy atmosphere. Many players appreciate the charming soundtracks that complement the cute graphics and engaging characters, although some note a desire for more variety and presence in certain areas. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's relaxing experience, making it a delightful backdrop for exploration and crafting.
“The artful design, the unique characters, the enchanting music... all feels like a lot of love is going into making this game.”
“The music is gorgeous and pairs well with the mysterious vibe and natural beauty of this game.”
“The music is so calming and the characters are super sweet and charming!”
“The music feels like it lacks work; some places have no music and there's not much variety.”
“There have only been a few issues throughout the game like major grammatical errors/multiple misspelled words in one sentence, characters glitching in and out of existence, text appearing before a scene changes, and music not looping properly leaving the player in silence for at least a minute.”
“I think this is a good foundation, and I love the art direction, though I feel the music is a little too generic in some ways and would like to see some pushing there to give it as much personality as the visuals have!”
- grinding174 mentions
- 2 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the cozy and relaxing nature of the resource gathering and potion-making, others find it tedious and repetitive, particularly due to lengthy dialogues and the need for constant ingredient collection. Overall, the game is seen as a charming alternative to traditional farming sims, but it may require patience for those who dislike grinding.
“The dialogue is nice to sit back and read, the gameplay isn't grindy or drawn out, and contrary to what I guess is the most talked about thing in the comments and reviews here, I love the controls.”
“So far there is no farming and no combat for those wondering about it.”
“There isn't farming like in Stardew, so if you like just foraging and puzzles, this is perfect.”
“The grind of getting basic materials gets a bit tedious so I hope there will be a way to grow them by the hut.”
“Gathering ingredients gets extremely tedious because you always need maple herbs and getting maple herbs is insanely annoying.”
“The general game loop of making money, that is: getting up -> look which candy needs to be delivered today by both merchants -> gathering ingredients -> making potions really gets tedious after a time.”
- humor93 mentions
- 97 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and playfulness, featuring witty dialogue and amusing character interactions, particularly between the main character Ellie and her talking hat, Virgil. Players appreciate the lighthearted, quirky humor that enhances the overall experience, although some note that the translation issues can detract from the comedic effect. Overall, the game is described as cute, funny, and engaging, making it a delightful experience for players seeking a cozy and humorous adventure.
“It's an adorable and funny game with the main character being a sassy and curious kid wanting to satisfy that curiosity.”
“The story and characters are so lovable right off the bat and the humor is just delightful.”
“Ellie and Virgil are a hilarious duo, and all the character interactions in general are a delight.”
“The first part of the game consists of reading a bunch of nonsensical text instead of funny jokes.”
“The super cheesy anime-like overreactions are overwhelming; I would prefer fewer over-the-top reactions to things that are intended to be 'cutesy' and 'playful.' It's not funny, just super cheesy.”
“Ellie's magical hat (Virgil) overly teases her for 'comedic effect,' but it just isn't funny.”
- emotional77 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Little Witch in the Woods" is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its heartwarming story, charming characters, and wholesome atmosphere. Many reviewers highlight the game's relaxing and meditative qualities, making it suitable for both kids and adults, despite some criticism regarding lengthy dialogue and pacing issues. Overall, the game is celebrated for its cute aesthetics and the emotional connection it fosters with its characters and narrative.
“Little witch in the woods is a heartwarming, cute story.”
“The mix of beautiful scenery, serene music, and heartfelt characters is the perfect mix, and there is so much potential for this game to bloom into even more of a masterpiece than it already is.”
“What I love about this game is how wholesome and honest all the characters are.”
- stability54 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players experiencing significant bugs and glitches that can hinder gameplay, particularly in early access. While some users report smooth performance and minimal issues, others face game-breaking problems, especially on certain platforms like Mac. Overall, while the game shows promise, it requires further polish to address the prevalent stability concerns.
“I have finished up to the fountain, and so far the game has worked well with no glitches, except for the items disappearing off the ground when I exit the game, which they mention before you exit.”
“I've never gotten a game during early access, so I don't know if they're always like this, but it runs great!”
“Poorly translated, with game-breaking glitches.”
“Overall the concept of this game is lovely, however for Mac users, you can't play past the first quest of giving candy to Aurea; the screen freezes and you are forced to restart the game completely (if not your system, since your keyboard becomes essentially useless).”
“But it is becoming exceedingly frustrating because I have to constantly shut down the game, because it freezes, and end up losing my progress.”
- character development51 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 37 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is widely praised for its unique and adorable designs, which contribute to a charming and immersive experience. Players appreciate the diversity in character personalities and aesthetics, although some express a desire for deeper growth, particularly in the main character. Overall, the combination of cute graphics and engaging lore enhances the appeal of the characters, making them memorable and enjoyable to interact with.
“I love the character design and their personalities.”
“The character designs and art are what I am enjoying in particular so far.”
“The plot is super cute, the gameplay is relaxing but entertaining, and the character design is absolutely adorable.”
“My other criticism is that the main character is kind of annoying and a bit of a brat. I've only played for a little bit, so I'm hoping she'll have some more character development and shed that immaturity.”
“Character design was cute, story is unique, and the material gathering was interesting.”
“The story line is attention grabbing and carries that interest, and the character design is genius and refreshing!”
- atmosphere45 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its calming and cozy qualities, enhanced by beautiful graphics, soothing music, and charming environments. Players appreciate the relaxing vibe that evokes feelings of nostalgia and comfort, often comparing it to beloved titles like Stardew Valley and Pokémon Mystery Dungeon. Overall, the atmosphere is described as a significant strength, contributing to an engaging and immersive experience.
“The music, environments, and mechanics of the game turn it into an atmospheric masterpiece.”
“The whole atmosphere is so soothing and is really helpful with anxiety.”
“The art style and atmosphere are very cohesive and lend themselves well to the mechanics and story.”
“It needs mouse and/or controller support for sure, the current keybindings are janky and ruin any immersion I gain from the atmosphere or dialogue.”
“There are some areas that are missing music where music might help to set the tone and atmosphere a bit more, but overall I think it's a very cute and fun game.”
“But the atmosphere and delivery of these actions are so detailed that I really enjoy being there.”
- optimization20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with users reporting various performance issues such as audio bugs, visual errors, and frame drops, particularly during area transitions. While some players experience smooth gameplay, others find it laggy and poorly optimized for keyboard controls. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant optimization improvements to enhance the user experience.
“It's reasonably optimized, although it does have some rough spots here and there, and the content is fleshed out pretty well.”
“Some optimization would likely solve this issue.”
“Such a wholesome and enjoyable game all around, this is one of the few games that actually runs smoothly on my MacBook Air, which was a pleasant surprise.”
“Performance is definitely a mixed bag, but it's still fun; however, the stutter can cause headaches.”
“The game is quite laggy; it keeps stuttering on an AMD Ryzen 7 4800H with GTX 1660 Ti and 16GB of RAM.”
“It's a little on the rough side in terms of performance; at least for me, I get frame drops just walking around the first area, but it's not unplayable.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The game has limited replayability, with players expressing a desire for additional content to enhance the experience, particularly regarding the village and ongoing quests. While some users rated it positively, the overall sentiment suggests that without new content, the game lacks significant replay value.
“I would absolutely play again if more content was added to flesh out the new part of the village, and the quest for that person were to continue.”
“If it were playable, I'd recommend it to all my friends.”
“Replayable: 8/10”
“I would absolutely play again if more content was added to flesh out the new part of the village, and the quest for that person were to continue, but other than that there isn't really any replay value for me.”
