Spiritual Warfare & Wisdom Tree Collection
- April 25, 2017
- Wisdom Tree
Get on SteamSpiritual Warfare is an action-adventure game where you play as a soldier for the Lord, collecting the armor of God and answering Bible questions to restore health. The Wisdom Tree Collection includes Bible Adventures, allowing you to play through stories like Noah's Ark and David vs. Goliath; and Exodus, where you help Moses solve puzzles and defend against enemies on his journey. These games are recommended for ages 4 and up and aim to provide a fun and educational experience.
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Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it during the NES generation, particularly the Spiritual Warfare title.
- Spiritual Warfare features a save system that improves upon the original password system from older versions, making it more accessible.
- Some players find the gameplay surprisingly enjoyable, especially for fans of retro-style games and those interested in Christian-themed content.
- The game suffers from poor quality and lack of modern updates, making it feel outdated and unpolished compared to contemporary titles.
- Many players report frustrating issues with controls, saving progress, and unclear instructions, leading to a confusing gameplay experience.
- The collection includes several low-quality games that do not hold up well, with Spiritual Warfare being the only standout title among them.
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in this version of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players expressing disappointment over the absence of familiar tracks from the NES version and noting that certain levels lack music altogether. While some appreciate the smoother sound quality, others feel that the overall musical experience does not live up to their nostalgic expectations. Overall, the soundtrack seems to detract from the enjoyment for those familiar with earlier iterations.
“Smoother control, smoother animations, better music and sound, faster loads between screens.”
“A packaging of all the NES ROMs (which then would have included 'King of Kings', 'Bible Buffet', and the games having full soundtracks) running on an emulator would have been better than this offering.”
“I am really not enjoying this version's music and sound.”
“It runs too fast here (maybe a modern machine issue? though it's in dosbox so shouldn't be), and the music/sounds are different from the NES release which I have nostalgia for.”
“Also for some reason, some of these games don't have any music playing during the levels, while the NES versions did.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of Bible Adventures are described as mediocre and outdated, with some reviewers noting that they are worse than other games from the same era, particularly in comparison to the Spiritual Warfare DOS port. While the visuals are considered appropriate for the time, they lack the quality and engagement expected from a modern gaming experience, contributing to an overall disappointing impression of the game.
“So the graphics are better (sharper colors, wider palette, higher resolution).”
“Other than that, I can't really recommend it, as it's three of the other bland and bad Bible games that AVGN played and reviewed, except it's on DOS. Nothing really to see here except for worse graphics and sound, especially compared to the Spiritual Warfare DOS port. It makes me wonder why Wisdom Tree even bothered to rehash the same games, and it's a mystery as to how they're still around.”
“The graphics look about right for the era.”
“So the graphics are better (sharper colors, wider palette, higher resolution), but it's a weaker Sunday school experience.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay retains much of the nostalgic charm from 90s Game Boy and NES titles, offering a relatively easy experience. While it may not be particularly outstanding, certain games like Joshua and Spiritual Warfare provide moments of enjoyment amidst an otherwise average gameplay experience.
“Most of the nostalgic gameplay from the 90s Game Boy/NES game is preserved.”
“The gameplay is not too difficult, making it accessible for all players.”
“While the gameplay may not stand out as exceptional, some of the included games, like Joshua and Spiritual Warfare, manage to be enjoyable.”
“The gameplay feels like a rehash of the same nostalgic mechanics from the 90s Game Boy and NES games.”
“The gameplay is overly simplistic and lacks challenge.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as unintentional and often derived from its bizarre and awkward religious elements, making it amusing for players regardless of their beliefs. While it can provide some laughs, it ultimately falls short as a game, being compared unfavorably to titles like Zelda.
“Some of the religious elements can be unintentionally funny, making for a few good laughs along the way.”
“It's so bad and weird that it's hilarious, regardless of whether you're religious or not.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game suffers from poor optimization, lacking support for modern display resolutions and widescreen monitors, which results in subpar performance on contemporary gaming PCs.
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The story of "Spiritual Warfare" revolves around the player's mission to save a town from the clutches of the devil, emphasizing themes of good versus evil and the struggle for redemption.
“The basic story of Spiritual Warfare revolves around the quest to save a town from being taken over by the devil.”
“The narrative is engaging and keeps you invested in the fate of the characters and the town.”
“The storyline is rich with themes of good versus evil, making every decision feel impactful.”
“The basic story for Spiritual Warfare is that you have to save a town from being taken over by the devil.”
“The plot feels incredibly shallow and lacks any real depth or character development.”
“The narrative is predictable and fails to engage the player, making it hard to stay invested.”
