The Blogger: Pumpkins and Witches
- October 9, 2024
- Bear Kanashi
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Get on itch.io StoreIn "The Blogger: Pumpkins and Witches" , explore the eerie and abandoned Kanary village, filled with atmospheric terror, unexpected jumpscares, and cinematic cutscenes. Solve intricate puzzles to reveal the dark secrets of the village's past, while battling the terrifying priest to secure the photos for your blog. This simple yet captivating story takes you back to the world of witch trials and superstition.
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Reviews
- The game features a unique art style reminiscent of Tim Burton, which many players found appealing.
- The atmosphere is creepy and engaging, enhancing the horror experience.
- The game includes various quests and achievements, providing some depth to the gameplay.
- The game suffers from significant technical issues, including bugs that can disrupt gameplay and cause loss of progress.
- Players found the walking speed to be excessively slow, making navigation frustrating in a large area.
- The puzzles are overly simplistic, which may not provide enough challenge for more experienced players.
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The story has received mixed feedback, with some players finding the plot lacking coherence, while others appreciate its originality and accessibility, noting that it features a friendly narrative with mild horror elements. Overall, it is seen as a solid first chapter that engages a broad audience despite some plot issues.
“The game is fantastic, for all audiences, with good art, an original and friendly story, somewhat friendly scary scenes, although some are spooky. It's a first chapter, and I loved it!”
“I understand that you wanted a viable reason for the main character to stay and explore the town, but this plot line just doesn't make any sense.”
“If the plot issues and item issues were addressed, this wouldn't be a problem.”
“It has a story, but it doesn't feature the brain-breaking puzzles found in other horror games of this type.”
- atmosphere3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as creepy and hazy, contributing to a sense of unease; however, this same haze can hinder navigation and visibility, leading to frustration. Players have noted that the slow walking speed and camera clipping issues further detract from the experience, making exploration feel cumbersome.
“The controls work nicely, and the game has a creepy feel in the atmosphere.”
“The hazy atmosphere really immerses you in the environment, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The atmospheric design creates a sense of tension and unease that keeps you on edge throughout the game.”
“The hazy atmosphere kind of gave me a headache after playing for about an hour. I turned the brightness all the way up, and I was still struggling to see. When going inside the smaller buildings, the camera clips through the wall. Don't even get me started on the extremely slow walking speed, which is not a plus for a game in which you are meant to do a lot of wandering around to find clues and solve puzzles. You can run, but not for very long, and also not much faster than the walking speed.”
“Hazy atmosphere usually makes it harder to navigate surroundings, which it does in my humble opinion.”
“The controls work nicely, but the game has a creepy feel in the atmosphere that doesn't quite hit the mark.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have been positively received for their unique art style, blending elements reminiscent of "Salad Fingers" and "The Nightmare Before Christmas." While some users noted the cartoon-style graphics as not being the worst, the overall aesthetic has garnered appreciation for its distinctiveness.
“What I enjoyed - I loved the art style, a mix of Salad Fingers and Nightmare Before Christmas vibes.”
“The cartoon-style graphics are quite charming and add a unique flair to the game.”
“The graphics have a delightful cartoon aesthetic that enhances the overall experience.”
“The graphics look like they belong in a cartoon rather than a modern game.”
“The art style feels overly simplistic and lacks the detail expected from today's standards.”
“The visuals are disappointing, resembling outdated graphics that don't do justice to the gameplay.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is criticized for its lack of clarity in interactable items, leading to frustration and a feeling of superficiality in the experience. While the game attempts to extend playtime, it ultimately suffers from overly simplistic puzzles and a lack of engaging content, making it feel more suited for a younger audience. Reviewers suggest that incorporating meaningful player choices and multiple endings could enhance the gameplay experience significantly.
“While the game does appear to me as an original piece of work, its overly simplified gameplay and puzzles make me think that the game is made for children.”
“If you are going for 'find items - use items' gameplay, then you should make interactable items more clear.”
“While the game does appear to be an original piece of work, its overly simplified gameplay and puzzles make me think that the game is made for children.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be very funny, appreciating its ability to serve as an entertaining distraction.
“Very funny game! I love these time killers.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing.”
“I can't get enough of the witty dialogue and hilarious situations!”
