The Legend of Dark Witch Renovation

44%
Game Brain Score Based on 11 reviews
  • graphics
  • music
  • gameplay
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In "The Legend of Dark Witch Renovation," players step into the shoes of the dark witch Zizou, on a mission to retrieve stolen Syega Crystals and restore light to the world. This 2D platformer features diverse levels, new attacks learned from defeated bosses, and additional bonuses for replayability. With three difficulty modes, players can adapt the challenge to their skill level.

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44%
Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews
music3 negative mentions
  • The game retains its challenging gameplay and offers a good amount of replay value with extra content like mini-games and achievements.
  • The remaster includes new features such as comics, animations, and a more robust sound test, enhancing the overall experience.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic elements and the ability to play a beloved childhood game on modern platforms.
  • The updated graphics are considered a downgrade from the original pixel art, and there is no option to revert to the old style.
  • Many feel that the remaster lacks significant improvements or new content compared to the original, making it feel more like a port than a true remake.
  • The soundtrack changes and some gameplay mechanics have disappointed fans, with some features from previous games in the series being absent.
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics update has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the new visuals less appealing than the original pixel art, which they feel was superior. While the main artwork is praised, concerns arise regarding its appropriateness for the game's demographic. However, players appreciate the option to revert to the old pixel art style, allowing for a more personalized visual experience.

    • “The main artwork is excellent, showcasing a high level of creativity and detail.”
    • “This time around, the game comes with cool new stuff to sink your teeth into, like a few comics and animations, more robust sound test with SFX and voices included.”
    • “The new visuals put me off a little at first because I was so used to the pixel art style, but I eventually got used to it.”
    • “The update 'upgraded' the graphics, except they're uglier and there is no way to use the old pixel art.”
    • “Even subtle changes like Papelne's attack, with her having an afterimage, show her original look unchanged without her artwork version, which is a lazy choice.”
    • “The new graphics also pale in comparison with Hi-Go!'s work.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music and sound effects in the game have received mixed reviews, with some players finding the character sounds repetitive and annoying. Additionally, there is disappointment regarding the limited soundtrack changes, as fans expected a more comprehensive update rather than just select boss music from previous titles.

    • “The only sad thing for me is the music and sounds (the characters going 'pew-pew') can get annoying sometimes and doesn't have the after talk from The Last of Us 2 (and maybe 3 but I never played it) to expand the characters even more.”
    • “Plus, I was kind of disappointed with the soundtrack changes.”
    • “They added the Dark Witch 2 and 3 boss music change, but not the full soundtrack?”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is perceived as lacking innovation, with many elements remaining similar to previous titles, particularly in level design and mechanics. While some changes, like the slot system from Dark Witch 2, are noted, the use of a modified engine has resulted in persistent glitches and familiar gameplay quirks from the original PC version, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The gameplay for renovation seems to be fairly the same outside of the changes with the slots from Dark Witch 2.”
    • “The game also seems to be using a modified engine of the game too, as most of the glitches and small things you can do in the original PC version can be done here as well, so that also doesn't make a difference in gameplay.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game offers a variety of features such as challenges, comics, mini-games, and unlockable content that enhance its replayability, making it a fun experience. However, despite the inclusion of multiple difficulty levels and an extra playable character, the overall replayability is somewhat limited.

    • “It includes challenges that reward you with information about the lore and its characters, comics, mini-games, 'cheat codes' (remember those?), a museum, and a few animations that turn this short game into a fun, replayable journey.”
    • “The game offers multiple difficulty levels, an extra playable character once you beat it, and various achievements, making it enjoyable to replay.”
    • “Replayability is enhanced by the variety of challenges and collectibles that keep the experience fresh and engaging.”
    • “Although there are multiple difficulties, an extra playable character once you beat the game, and some achievements here and there, replayability isn't all too extensive.”
    • “Once you complete the game, there's little incentive to go back; the story doesn't change, and the side quests feel repetitive.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences means that replaying the game feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability is comparable to the original PC version, as it retains many of the same glitches and minor issues, suggesting that the modified engine has not significantly improved overall stability or gameplay experience.

    • “The game seems to be using a modified engine, as most of the glitches and small issues present in the original PC version can also be found here, which doesn't improve the gameplay experience.”
    • “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gaming sessions, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating; I often experience lag and freezing, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • story1 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has prompted users to seek more in-depth explanations and discussions, indicating that it may have complex issues worth exploring further.

    • “The story is incredibly immersive, drawing you in with its rich characters and intricate plot twists.”
    • “I was captivated by the depth of the narrative; every choice felt meaningful and impacted the outcome.”
    • “The world-building is exceptional, making the story feel alive and engaging from start to finish.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to care about their motivations or outcomes.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable, and the overall pacing of the story is frustratingly slow.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users indicate that optimization issues may vary based on individual hardware setups, suggesting that performance problems could be attributed to personal system limitations rather than the game itself.

    • “The game runs poorly even on high-end hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, which ruined the immersion.”
    • “The optimization is lacking; loading times are excessively long and hinder the overall experience.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players appreciate the inclusion of more mini-games, which help make the grinding for upgrades feel less tedious and more enjoyable.

    • “There are more mini-games, which makes grinding for upgrades feel less like a chore than it usually does.”
    • “The grinding is repetitive and feels like a never-ending task with little reward.”
    • “I find the grinding to be tedious and it detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
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