So May It Be: A Witch Dating Simulator
- May 7, 2020
- Planchette Games
Get on Steam"So May It Be: A Witch Dating Simulator" is a magical visual novel where you play as a witch, forming bonds with witchy friends and even falling in love. Engage in various activities like ditching school, contacting the dead, and playing mini-games. Customize your choices, play at your own pace, and indulge in the ultimate cat petting technology, all set to a soundtrack including "Radio Song" by Mild Wild.
Reviews
- The game features adorable character designs and cozy backdrops, creating a charming visual experience.
- It offers a light-hearted and relaxing gameplay experience, perfect for those looking for a short and sweet dating sim without heavy drama.
- The interactions with the characters and the inclusion of witchy elements, like tarot reading and crystals, add a unique and enjoyable twist to the gameplay.
- The game is extremely short, with routes that feel underdeveloped and lacking in depth, which may leave players wanting more.
- There are numerous typos and grammatical errors throughout the game, which detract from the overall experience.
- The lack of meaningful dialogue choices and the inability to skip text can make the gameplay feel slow and repetitive.
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its relaxing and lovely qualities, complementing the beautifully crafted art and characters. Reviewers highlight the harmonious blend of witchy and cute elements, contributing to an overall cozy and immersive experience.
“The art and music are so beautifully done, and the characters are written so honestly that they feel very real.”
“Art is awesome, and the music is lovely, very witchy and cute at the same time.”
“Everything feels so well done, from the music to the art style to the writing, and it comes together as a very cozy and cute experience.”
- story4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a short, engaging story that is well-suited for a relaxed reading experience, particularly around Halloween. While it includes some supernatural elements, the overall tone is laid back, making it a charming and cute narrative, especially for fans of wlw (women-loving-women) themes.
“I also liked that it is a short game with an engaging story.”
“A fair short story, perfect for a read during Halloween's Eve.”
“Nothing too eerie aside from a few supernatural parts; however, the story overall is pretty laid back and offers a relaxing reading experience.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's graphics are praised for their unique and charming art style, which enhances the overall cozy and cute experience. The visuals, combined with well-written characters and engaging mini-games, contribute to a delightful atmosphere that makes the dating sim enjoyable despite its short length.
“Although short in length, its unique art style and likable characters make this fun-sized dating sim worth checking out.”
“Everything feels so well done from the music to the art style to the writing, and it comes together as a very cozy and cute experience.”
“The art style is super charming, and all of the mini-games are enjoyable to play.”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character design, noting it as adorable and complemented by cozy backdrops, which enhances the overall aesthetic appeal of the game.
“The character design is very adorable in my opinion, and the backdrops feel super cozy.”
“I really liked the character designs.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a charming dating simulation where players interact with various girls, each showcasing unique personalities. However, some users feel that the numerous initial choices are unnecessary and detract from the experience.
“A cute game where you get to date different girls, each with their own diverse personalities.”
“The gameplay offers a variety of choices that enhance the experience.”
“The only thing that was found to be superfluous are the plenty of choices given at the beginning of the gameplay.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"So May It Be" is praised for its charming art and heartwarming writing, creating an emotionally engaging experience that resonates with players throughout the dating sim.
“So May It Be is an adorable dating sim with pretty art and heartwarming writing all the way through.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really drew me in and made me feel connected to their stories.”
“I was genuinely moved by the heartfelt moments and the way the game explores love and relationships.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as short, cute, and funny, providing lighthearted moments that enhance the overall experience.
“Short, cute, and funny.”
“The humor is clever and keeps you laughing throughout the game.”
“I love the witty dialogue and hilarious situations that pop up!”
- replayability1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the game's short length as it enhances replayability, though some express a desire for additional content to further extend the experience.
“Each playthrough offers a unique experience, making me want to dive back in and explore different choices.”
“The variety of paths and outcomes keeps the game fresh, encouraging multiple runs to see everything it has to offer.”
“The game is quite short, which is good for replay value, but it would be nice if there were a few more days.”
“Once you complete the game, there isn't much incentive to play through it again.”
“The lack of varied endings makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
