Revived Witch

"Revived Witch" is a fantasy role-playing game that offers a delightful story and phenomenal gameplay, accompanied by awesome graphics and a wonderful soundtrack. However, expect lots of grinding, some bugs, and plenty of humor. As described by the developers, it combines both 2D dynamic pixel art and 3D lighting for a spectacular atmosphere.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,120 reviews

story527 positive mentions

grinding239 negative mentions

Beautiful pixel art and character designs.
Engaging story and enjoyable gameplay.
Generous gacha system with 100 free rerolls at the start.

Frequent server connection issues and crashes.
High stamina costs for stages, leading to limited playtime.
Lack of content and events after completing the main story.

story
941 mentions
56 % positive mentions
39 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally praised for its intriguing and engaging narrative, complemented by beautiful graphics and music. Players appreciate the character designs and the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic RPGs, although some express concerns about the pacing and the need for more content after completing the main storyline. While many find the story captivating, others note issues with repetitive elements and a lack of depth in certain areas, leading to a desire for more chapters and updates.
- “The story is engaging and exciting.”
- “The story is intriguing and the characters are well written.”
- “The story is interesting and the art of every character is unique from each other.”
- “The story is completely nonsensical and slow, the combat requires very little strategy and stales early on, and the summoning rates are pathetic, especially for a game where you have four elements, six squad members for each team of those elements, and multiple copies of a character needed to ascend.”
- “There's barely any content and it's been months since the last story update.”
- “The story is kind of hard to follow for me, but that might improve the further on it goes.”
graphics
844 mentions
68 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning pixel art style, beautiful character designs, and immersive environments, often drawing comparisons to titles like *Octopath Traveler*. Players appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and the combination of 2D and 3D elements, although some have noted performance issues such as lag and crashes on lower-end devices. Overall, the visuals are considered a major highlight, enhancing the gameplay experience significantly.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, and the intro sequence is no different from that.”
- “The pixel graphics are beautiful, the character art and live2D are stunning, as well as the voice acting, the music, the atmosphere, the gameplay... yes, the gameplay.”
- “The graphics, gameplay, and art style are all very nice to make up for it, to where when I go to auto for mana (main resource) I can enjoy the visuals while doing something else.”
- “The graphics feel really cheap compared to others in the same field.”
- “The graphics are horrible and you know what, your events suck.”
- “Decent game, just the graphics are like uhmmmm where the hell am I... have I gone back to the 80's? Ohhh sh...t... someone help me, this game's graphics are terrible... can't see any detail of heroes when in battle which is a shame as they look great on the level-up screen etc.”
gameplay
651 mentions
61 % positive mentions
36 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its engaging mechanics, beautiful pixel art, and smooth controls. However, some users have expressed concerns about repetitiveness, simplicity, and the reliance on auto-play features, which can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a variety of systems and enjoyable combat, issues like lag, crashes, and a grindy progression system have been noted as drawbacks.
- “The gameplay is very smooth and unique in its own nature, and the controls are also very responsive.”
- “There are a lot of gameplay systems to experience like housing, gathering, etc., which are not convoluted messes like other games.”
- “The gameplay is excellent as well; the puzzles, the story, and the battle system are just so well made that I fell in love with it in the first playthrough!”
- “Gameplay becomes repetitive very quickly.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet kind of thrilling to play, and I love it.”
- “Unfortunately, it's held back by mediocre gameplay with a bog standard gacha system.”
music
480 mentions
73 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players noting its calming and nostalgic qualities reminiscent of classic RPGs. While some users experienced issues with audio glitches and repetitive tracks, the majority found the soundtrack to be a standout feature that complements the stunning pixel art and engaging gameplay. Overall, the music is considered a significant strength of the game, contributing to an immersive and enjoyable experience.
- “The music is beautiful.”
- “The music is amazing, the pixel art is mind-blowing and the fighting mechanics are also good.”
- “The music is so good and it is very relaxing 10/10.”
- “The audio cuts out and glitches, making it impossible to listen to the music and forces me to mute it.”
- “Music sometimes cuts itself off without a fade out; it's weird.”
- “I am experiencing some dialogues being cut short or music cutting off too quickly between dialogues, which is throwing off the flow of the game.”
grinding
243 mentions
1 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious due to high stamina costs and low drop rates for essential materials. While some appreciate the auto-farming features that allow for passive resource collection, others feel that the grinding becomes a chore, especially as the game progresses and difficulty spikes. Overall, players suggest that improvements to the stamina system and the introduction of skip options for battles could enhance the grinding experience.
- “It's a grind but not too grindy, and you can earn the currency for summons or other things fairly easily.”
- “All characters can be exploited in battles, even low rarity ones; it's not too grinding.”
- “Old school vibes and the plot is good; the game is not grindy at all.”
- “Beautiful game, but lacking substance and gated by massive difficulty spikes that become tedious grind walls.”
- “The stamina cost of quests is fairly high, with later farming quests for things such as ascending your units or getting gear taking 20+ stamina when you only have about 100 to work with.”
- “The grinding is so tedious that it's not fun anymore.”
character development
102 mentions
82 % positive mentions
15 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally praised for its beautiful and intricate designs, with many players appreciating the art style and animation quality. However, some reviewers feel that the characters lack depth and personality, describing them as somewhat bland or empty despite their appealing visuals. Overall, while the character designs are a highlight, there is a consensus that character development could benefit from more depth and uniqueness.
- “The character designs are really intricate, and a lot of effort was put into the voice acting too.”
- “The character designs are beautiful and interesting (I like the talking cat the most), the game mechanics are engaging, not to mention the gacha!”
- “This game is gorgeous, the story is interesting, and the character designs are stunning.”
- “I love the art and character design, but the dolls themselves feel empty; they don't have personality, and something feels wrong with them.”
- “Character development needs improvement.”
- “Overall a great game, but if I could critique something, it would be the character designs. I find myself using SR and SSR characters over UR because some of the UR characters look way simpler than the SSR or SR ones.”
stability
47 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent crashes, freezes during gameplay, and audio glitches. Players report that the game often becomes unresponsive, particularly during battles and cutscenes, requiring restarts to regain functionality. While some users note improvements after updates, many still experience persistent bugs that hinder overall enjoyment.
- “The game crashes when I press enter on the opening menu, and in most cases it freezes.”
- “But the recent update has led to game crashes and screen freeze; every time a battle ends, my phone either freezes or crashes.”
- “The game freezes during cut scenes, so I need to skip through it and I miss out on the story.”
optimization
44 mentions
27 % positive mentions
55 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with many players experiencing significant lag, stuttering, and crashes, particularly during combat. While some users note improvements after recent updates, the consensus is that further optimization is necessary, especially for lower-end devices, to enhance performance and reduce resource usage. Many players are calling for additional graphic settings to help alleviate these issues and improve the overall gameplay experience.
- “The performance can still get better, but the last optimization update really made the game much more stable and less laggy.”
- “I would suggest maybe adding graphic options to help increase performance.”
- “The game needs more optimization and additions in settings that can turn off some graphic effects, especially animations, for smoother gameplay.”
- “The graphics are not very intensive, so it shouldn't be lagging and stuttering as much as it does for combat on x1 or x2 speeds.”
- “The game is super good, but the optimization is horrible.”
- “This game's performance/optimization is absolute garbage.”
atmosphere
32 mentions
56 % positive mentions
34 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its beautiful pixel graphics, stunning character art, and exceptional music that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers highlight the engaging and relaxing ambiance, which complements the game's themes and gameplay, despite some criticisms regarding storytelling and character interactions. Overall, the combination of art, sound, and worldbuilding creates a compelling and immersive environment that resonates with players.
- “The first thing I've noticed was the music; it sounds so lovely and perfect for the theme of the game, it just fits the atmosphere.”
- “The surreal atmosphere and top-notch sound effects along with a fitting soundtrack.”
- “Great atmosphere, amazing music, beautiful characters, and a generous first summon; definitely one of the best games out there.”
- “The atmosphere and rhythm of the game is very relaxing aside from the bosses and farming.”
- “There's this thing about the atmosphere of the game that really made it very engaging.”
- “It complements the old JRPG atmosphere and the game's grim story.”
monetization
24 mentions
25 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of ads and the ability to progress without spending money, while others criticize it for aggressive monetization tactics and excessive grinding. Many users highlight the game's potential being undermined by cash grab elements, although a few commend its balanced approach to monetization, likening it to successful models in other games. Overall, the sentiment reflects a desire for a more player-friendly monetization strategy that enhances rather than detracts from the gaming experience.
- “No ads, and you can get very far without spending any money.”
- “But free, no ads, and being entertaining still deserves five stars.”
- “Monetization is done right (similar to e7).”
- “What could have been a really great game held back by excessive grind and monetization.”
- “It's a shame to see a game that could be so good turn out to be a constant cash grab.”
- “Lovely art, interesting story, but plagued with the typical issues of aggressive monetization.”
emotional
12 mentions
67 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
33 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its unique and wholesome visuals, which evoke nostalgia and a sense of warmth, particularly through its art style and soundtrack. However, the storyline is often criticized as long and boring, detracting from the overall experience despite some players finding it enjoyable. Overall, while the game may struggle with its narrative and combat mechanics, it successfully touches players' hearts through its artistic presentation and emotional music.
- “It's been a long time since a game made me feel this much.”
- “My favorite OST is the menu theme, which is the song playing in the background before the game starts. It's a really heartwarming OST; I love it!”
- “The 8-bit aesthetics really gave me so much nostalgia that I cried; this is a solid game.”
- “Even if its long and boring storyline for grinding, the story is still enjoyable somehow because of the graphic UI stages and characters.”
- “Hmm, great art, but a boring storyline.”
- “Pretty game, but a boring story.”
humor
10 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players enjoying the cute animations and character comments that elicit laughter. Many find the game entertaining and funny, despite some technical issues that have led to frustration. Overall, the lighthearted tone and comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “I like it a lot, good characters, cute animations, the comments feature for the characters made me laugh a lot, overall a fun game!”
- “I love the art and style and it's really funny. 5/5”
- “It's just funny reading these 1-star reviews.”
replayability
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players express a desire for increased replayability in the game, suggesting that additional content and collaborative features could enhance the experience. While the game is enjoyable, many feel it currently lacks sufficient replayable elements and resources, particularly outside of active events, which may lead to player dissatisfaction over time.
- “The game has a lot of potential for replayability, and I hope the developers continue to add new content to keep players engaged.”
- “I believe in the revived witch developers to create more replayable content and avoid the mistakes of other games that have left their playerbase wanting.”
- “While the game is fun, it could benefit from more replayable elements and easier access to resources outside of events.”
- “Maybe adding more replayable content and some collaboration with other games can solve the playerbase's thirst for content.”
- “Come on, devs, do your magic. We believe in all of the revived Witch devs. Please don't follow Genshin Impact's mistake of depriving their playerbase of replayable or new endgame content.”
- “Fun game, but lacking replayability, and resources are harder to get than necessary unless an event is active.”