The Witch's House
- October 3, 2012
- Fummy
The Witch's House is a horror RPG with jump scares and puzzle-solving, featuring pixel-art that hides frightening elements. The game is filled with deadly traps that can trigger sudden death, providing an unpredictable and suspenseful experience. It is part of the Japanese horror RPG genre, alongside games like Ib and Ao Oni.
Reviews
- Great storyline that expands on the game's world-building and character backstory.
- Spectacular art that enhances the horror experience and is visually appealing.
- Highly recommended for fans of the original game and horror manga enthusiasts.
- Some copies may arrive with minor physical damage, such as ripped covers or stains.
- Characterization is light, which may not satisfy all readers.
- Quality control issues with shipping have been reported, leading to disappointment.
- story8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The story has received high praise for its engaging and well-developed narrative, particularly as an expansion of the game's world and backstory, especially regarding the character Ellen. Reviewers highlight its effectiveness in delivering a compelling horror experience that fans of the original game will appreciate, despite some minor issues with the physical product. Overall, it is recommended for those interested in horror manga and games.
“Great storyline, I read both volumes in one sitting. The ending itself was worth it; I was very surprised this manga isn’t talked about more. I highly recommend it for horror manga/game fans.”
“It offers more backstory for Ellen, who we never learned much about in the game.”
“It really goes into depth about the backstory of Ellen.”
“As the description says, it’s a nice expansion on the world-building of the game and tells a story in a way that the game never could.”