The Cauldron Kids: The Summoning of Mr Vermicelli
- January 29, 2024
- Mauricio Castillo
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Get on itch.io Store"The Cauldron Kids: The Summoning of Mr. Vermicelli" is a whimsical 1-2 hour game where you play as Cassie or Layla, raiding your house for ritual components and battling your mom's wand to cast a spell on a frog plushie. With beautiful pixel art, a retro soundtrack, and accessible controller support, the game features silly minigames and a magical house to explore. You'll also have a pig as your best friend.
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Reviews
- The game features a cute, cozy, and funny story with charming characters and delightful dialogue.
- Despite its short length, the game is packed with fun interactions, mini-games, and replayability through different character perspectives.
- The art style and sound design are adorable, contributing to a wholesome and enjoyable gaming experience.
- The game is very short, with most players completing it in under an hour, which may deter some potential players.
- Some players experienced technical issues, such as freezing, which affected their gameplay experience.
- The 'True Fan' achievement is considered overly difficult, leading to frustration for completionists.
- humor15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its charm and wholesomeness, featuring cute graphics and witty dialogue that elicits genuine laughter. Reviewers highlight the effective characterization and clever writing that contribute to a delightful and funny experience, making it a standout aspect of the game. Overall, the humor is described as clean, engaging, and filled with adorable moments that enhance the overall enjoyment.
“I also cannot overstate how wholesome and funny it is.”
“The dialogue is so funny and full of charm; it’s all about humor and cute things.”
“The devs are true masterminds in using simple but effective methods to show and communicate funny, well-written dialog scenes.”
- story9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The story is a charming and nostalgic adventure featuring witch kids engaging in mischievous antics while their mother is away, evoking a sense of childhood joy. Although brief, the narrative is filled with cute humor and high-energy moments, making it an enjoyable experience that complements the gameplay. Overall, players appreciate the cozy and whimsical nature of the story, rating it positively.
“I enjoyed reading the story; it has very cute humor.”
“The story is short but super lovely; all in all, a fantastic new release in pixel art.”
“The story is about witch kids doing naughty things while their mother is away, and it’s like an adventure that brings me back to my childhood.”
“A very short game, yet it is very cute and cozy, of course, for both the characters and the story.”
“With the little bit of gameplay I did get to experience, the story was cute and very high-energy.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are highly praised for their detailed and charming pixel art style, contributing to a cute and engaging visual experience. Reviewers appreciate the love put into the design, often highlighting the combination of appealing visuals and humorous dialogues. Overall, the graphics receive a solid rating of 8/10.
“The graphics are made with love, and they have so many details.”
“Super cute graphics and funny dialogues!”
“Cute pixel art style.”
- music4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality and listenability, with many users expressing a desire for a soundtrack bundle or DLC due to its appeal. Overall, the background music and sound design are well-suited to the gameplay, earning a solid rating of 8/10.
“The soundtracks are very good and easy to listen to.”
“I wish there was a soundtrack bundle or DLC to buy because of how nice it was!”
“Well-fitting background music and sounds.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The gameplay is rated 8/10, indicating a solid experience, but it may not appeal to those who prioritize narrative over mechanics. Players seeking engaging gameplay without a focus on story might find the game less satisfying.
“Gameplay: 8/10”
“If you’re here purely for the gameplay and not caring about cute stories, then perhaps the game is not for you.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game as a deeply wholesome and funny experience, emphasizing its cozy atmosphere that evokes positive emotions throughout.
“I also cannot overstate how wholesome and funny it is.”
“This is truly a cozy and wholesome game in every aspect.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's high replayability, particularly due to the inclusion of Steam achievements that encourage multiple playthroughs and strategic thinking. Many users report playing the game several times to fully experience its content and challenges.
“I've played it four times now as I'm trying to get all the Steam achievements, which I really enjoy since they add replayability and depth to the game.”
“High replayability.”
“The game lacks significant changes in each playthrough, making it feel repetitive after the first run.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
