The Blogger: Pumpkins and Witches

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In "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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Play Modes

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

The Blogger: Pumpkins and Witches screenshot

81%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

The game features a unique art style reminiscent of Tim Burton, which many players found appealing.
The controls are responsive, and the game successfully creates a creepy atmosphere.
There are various quests and achievements available, adding to the gameplay experience.

The game suffers from significant technical issues, including bugs that can disrupt gameplay and a frustratingly slow walking speed.
Many players found the puzzles to be overly simplistic and lacking in depth, making the game feel more suited for a younger audience.
The lack of clear direction and checkpoints led to frustration, with players often feeling lost and having to restart after dying during puzzles.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its originality and friendly tone, while others criticize the plot's coherence and relevance to the gameplay. Despite its engaging art and accessible puzzles, many feel that certain elements lack purpose within the narrative, leading to confusion about the protagonist's motivations. Overall, it shows promise as a first chapter but requires refinement to enhance its storytelling.
- “The game is fantastic, for all audiences, good art, an original and friendly story, somewhat friendly scary scenes, although some are spooky. It's a first chapter, and I loved it!”
- “It has a story and it doesn't have brain-breaking puzzles like other horror games of this type.”
- “The game features a unique narrative that draws players into its world, making the experience engaging and enjoyable.”
- “I get it that you (addressing the devs here and on) wanted a viable reason for the main character to stay and explore the town, but again, this plot line doesn't make any sense.”
- “None of the things seem to have a use in the story being told, yet they all exist in this tiny abandoned village.”
- “It has a story, but it doesn't have brain-breaking puzzles like other horror games of this type.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is described as creepy and hazy, contributing to a sense of unease but also making navigation challenging. Players have reported difficulty seeing clearly, even with adjusted brightness, and the slow movement speed exacerbates the frustration of exploring the environment. Overall, while the atmosphere enhances the game's eerie feel, it can hinder gameplay experience due to visibility and control issues.
- “The controls work nicely, and the game has a creepy feel in the atmosphere.”
- “Hazy atmosphere usually makes it harder to navigate surroundings.”
- “The hazy atmosphere creates a unique ambiance that enhances the overall experience.”
- “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 opinion.”
- “The controls work nicely, but the game has a creepy feel in the atmosphere that can be overwhelming.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are praised for their unique art style, blending elements reminiscent of "Salad Fingers" and "The Nightmare Before Christmas." While described as cartoonish, the visuals are generally well-received, with users noting that they are not the worst in the genre.
- “What I enjoyed - I loved the art style, a mix of Salad Fingers and Nightmare Before Christmas vibes.”
- “Not the worst cartoon-style graphics.”
- “Cartoon graphics.”
- “The graphics feel overly cartoonish, lacking the depth and realism that I was hoping for.”
- “The cartoon graphics make the game look less serious and more like a children's title.”
- “I found the cartoonish art style to be a major turn-off; it doesn't match the game's theme.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is criticized for its overly simplistic "find items - use items" mechanics, which lack clarity and engagement, making it feel more suited for children. Reviewers suggest that the game could benefit from clearer interactable items, more content, and meaningful player choices that impact the story and endings. Overall, the gameplay issues detract significantly from the experience, leading to concerns about player retention and enjoyment.
- “What some other indie titles do is they create several decisions for the player to make throughout the game that affect the ending, and they also make lots of endings. Endings should be good so they are worth getting, and gameplay should be entertaining enough to compel a person to go for them.”
- “If you are going for 'find items - use items' gameplay, then you should make interactable items more clear.”
- “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.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players find the game to be very funny and enjoyable, often referring to it as a great way to pass the time. The humor is a standout feature that enhances the overall gaming experience.
- “This game is hilarious! I love how it keeps me entertained during my downtime.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch; it always brings a smile to my face.”
- “I can't get enough of the witty jokes and funny scenarios in this game!”