Warlocks vs Shadows

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In "Warlocks vs Shadows," players become powerful warlocks fighting against hordes of shadows in a sidescrolling action RPG. With a wide range of spells and abilities, players must strategize and upgrade their characters to defeat challenging bosses and save the universe. Multiplayer options allow for cooperative and competitive play, enhancing the experience of this hand-drawn, pixel art game.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

57%

Audience ScoreBased on 180 reviews

gameplay16 positive mentions

stability16 negative mentions

Fast-paced and chaotic gameplay that is especially fun in co-op mode.
A diverse cast of characters, each with unique abilities that add variety to gameplay.
Solid pixel art style and a catchy soundtrack that enhance the overall experience.

Multiplayer is plagued with bugs and desync issues, making it nearly unplayable online.
Repetitive gameplay with limited enemy variety and level design that can feel dull over time.
The game lacks sufficient support and updates from developers, leading to concerns about its long-term viability.

gameplay
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
59%
7%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, highlighting both strengths and weaknesses. Many players appreciate the solid mechanics and enjoyable character abilities, particularly in cooperative play, while others criticize the gameplay for being repetitive, shallow, and lacking diversity in strategies. Overall, the game offers fun, fast-paced action but suffers from issues like bugs, balance problems, and a lack of rewarding progression, leading to a somewhat inconsistent experience.
- “The gameplay and the amount of options are excellent.”
- “The controls are fun, the music is epic, and the gameplay is amazing.”
- “The gameplay is quite challenging, especially at the later levels.”
- “Not worth investing more time in it if it already feels repetitive and grindy in the first hour and the gameplay is so uninspired.”
- “Gameplay is extremely shallow, doesn't encourage different playstyles or strategies.”
- “Unfortunately the developers did not put enough effort into polishing the gameplay and balancing the difficulty level.”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
78%
9%
The game's story is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it primarily consists of repetitive wave survival missions rather than a cohesive narrative. While there are some interesting plot twists and character unlocks, the overall experience feels grind-heavy and lacks replayability, leaving players wanting a more substantial storyline. Despite its potential, the story mode is seen as underdeveloped, with minimal text and a focus on gameplay over narrative.
- “Multiple characters, co-op, PvP, and a nice single-player story mode.”
- “The story isn't too long, but you'll have to grind some levels and items to progress.”
- “Earning characters through the story gameplay is rewarding as, currently, each new character comes from winning a boss fight.”
- “Sadly, I cannot recommend this, especially after having given all characters a try and completing the very same storyline half a dozen times.”
- “It was great fun at first, but the lack of any semblance of a story really bit it for me.”
- “There is no story.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
29%
13%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their unique and appealing pixel art style, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful visuals and character variety. However, some players feel that the in-game graphics do not fully match the quality presented in the trailers, and there are minor inconsistencies in sprite design. Overall, while the graphics contribute positively to the game's atmosphere, they are not without their flaws.
- “The art style is pleasant, sounds are of good quality, and the general mechanics of the game are done well, for the most part.”
- “Tons of character and playstyle variety - beautiful visuals, very replayable, and fantastic co-op potential (have already enjoyed both online and local).”
- “Warlocks: a fast-paced action RPG platformer with online co-op, competition, and all-around fun gameplay, unique visuals (characters and levels) and atmosphere.”
- “The graphics aren't as good as the trailers make it out to be, and more importantly, the controls are just not tight.”
- “I can't deny the appeal of the graphics in the trailer, but the gameplay didn't hold up for me.”
- “Pixel art style: a more personal point than a professional one.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
41%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising the soundtrack as solid and enjoyable, particularly during boss fights. However, several users criticize the repetitiveness of the tracks, noting that the limited variety can lead to frustration after extended play. Overall, while the music enhances the gaming experience, its lack of diversity detracts from long-term enjoyment.
- “The soundtrack for this game is amazing and it helps with making the game more enjoyable.”
- “Music seems to get better and better.”
- “Wonderful soundtrack and non-stop action!”
- “The music is really, really, really, really, really repetitive.”
- “Looking at this game in the store, it seems like a fun game... but after 10 minutes, you want to rip your head off because it's the same music over and over again. It's just a simple MIDI music track repeated endlessly, and there's no smooth control to change items in your inventory. This game is not what you are being tricked into buying in the store.”
- “The game has only a couple of music tracks which get boring quite fast.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of severe bugs and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay, particularly in multiplayer modes. Many users express frustration over the game's unfinished state, suggesting it should not be purchased until these issues are resolved. Despite the bugs, some players still find enjoyment in the game, indicating a potential that remains unfulfilled due to its current instability.
- “This is a buggy mess and should not be bought by anyone even if it is on sale.”
- “Developers abandoned the game in a horribly buggy mess.”
- “Has potential, but in its current state it is a clusterf*@# of glitches.”
replayability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while it offers a variety of characters, items, and randomized maps that enhance replay value, many players feel that the repetitive levels diminish the experience. Some enjoy the diverse playstyles and co-op potential, but others find little incentive to replay beyond completing the campaign with different characters. Overall, the consensus suggests that while there are elements that could support replayability, significant flaws limit its appeal.
- “It has challenge, a variety of items, classes, and enemies, big randomized maps, and high replayability.”
- “Tons of character and playstyle variety - beautiful visuals, very replayable, and fantastic co-op potential (have already enjoyed both online and local).”
- “They are varied enough to have enough replayability.”
- “Replayability with different characters is made sour by the very same old levels yet again and again.”
- “Unfortunately, there's not a whole lot of replay value, I think, unless you like to play all the characters.”
- “No replayability as is.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be repetitive and uninspired, often leading to frustration, especially when stuck on certain levels. While some grinding is necessary to progress, it can feel tedious and clunky, detracting from the overall experience. Additionally, issues with online multiplayer further exacerbate the grind, as players are often confined to small areas until objectives are met.
- “Not worth investing more time in it if it already feels repetitive and grindy in the first hour and the gameplay is so uninspired.”
- “Controls are a bit clunky until you get used to them and it can be a little grindy.”
- “Online multiplayer crashed every 10 minutes and the levels are just grinding in a small area until a counter is reached.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the game to be highly entertaining and humorous, especially when enjoyed with friends, enhancing the overall experience.
- “It's a really funny game to play with your friends :)”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely hilarious and keeps you laughing throughout!”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and silly situations that never fail to amuse.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users feel that the emotional impact of the game is lacking, with recent attempts to enhance it falling short of expectations.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of Warlocks is characterized by its unique visuals and engaging design, which complement the fast-paced action and cooperative gameplay, creating an overall fun and immersive experience.
- “Warlocks: a fast-paced action RPG platformer with online co-op, competition, and all-around fun gameplay, unique visuals (characters and levels) and atmosphere.”