Wicked Witches

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Wicked Witches is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Ectoplasm Studio Inc. and was released on November 27, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Have you ever wished to turn unpleasant people into frogs? What about striking deadly chain lightning spell to see who gets the last laugh? And why not morph yourself into a fire breathing dragon to turn the whole place to dust? That is what you can just do in "Wicked Witches".

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability5 negative mentions

The game has a unique and interesting concept, allowing players to take on the role of a witch and wreak havoc in a colorful, destructible environment.
Gameplay mechanics, such as flying on a broomstick and using various spells, provide a fun and engaging experience, especially for younger audiences.
The art style, while quirky, adds to the game's charm, with memorable characters and a delightful mix of cute and creepy aesthetics.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including clunky controls and issues with flying and aiming, which detract from the overall experience.
Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks challenge, as spells do not vary significantly and there is no real skill required to progress.
The game feels unfinished, with unclear instructions, poor dialogue, and a lack of content that does not justify its price.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay in "Wicked Witches" features enjoyable mechanics with a unique twist on children's fairy tales, offering a smooth and easy-to-understand experience. However, some users noted that the gameplay can feel repetitive and is marred by bugs, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
- “But, as you probably know, video games aren’t worth a bucket of warm spit without proper gameplay, and my first impressions of wicked witches weren’t half bad.”
- “It has flavor, aesthetic, and enjoyable gameplay mechanics with children's fairy tales from a sinister perspective.”
- “The gameplay is smooth and easy to understand.”
- “All the gameplay mechanics mentioned previously are repeated throughout the entirety of this game.”
- “Good idea but bad gameplay and ultra buggy.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story in the game features a straightforward backstory centered on themes of vengeance, but many players find the narrative lacking depth and polish, with numerous UI bugs and grammatical errors detracting from the experience. While the plot often feels simplistic, revolving around destruction, it does provide a fun and engaging backdrop that can captivate players, especially as they progress through missions. Overall, the narrative may not be its strongest aspect, but it serves its purpose in driving gameplay.
- “This game is well worth the 10 dollars; if you are not hooked by the time you get to the Salem mission, you'll be hooked once you become notorious and have to defend your own home.”
- “Quite simply, it has a quick and understandable backstory, but a lot of the plot feels more like 'I don't like this, destroy that.' However, this game is about vengeance against the world, so why not destroy everything?”
- “Wicked Witches is a really fun and refreshing title; it's not too hard, even the hard missions, but it does get challenging.”
- “However, it feels very unpolished for being released. There are a lot of UI bugs, multiple grammatical errors in scripting (grammar nazis be warned), and the narrative plot seems very... bare.”
- “Quite simply, it has a quick and understandable backstory, but a lot of the plot feels more like 'I don't like this, destroy that.' This game is about vengeance against the world, so why not destroy everything?”
- “The narrative lacks depth and feels rushed, making it hard to connect with the characters or care about the outcome.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous glitches that allow players to pass through buildings and the ground, as well as missing sound effects in key areas. Overall, it is perceived as unfinished and overly buggy, detracting from the gameplay experience.
- “The game is filled with glitches that allow you to fly through some buildings or even through the ground.”
- “Too expensive and too many glitches.”
- “Unfinished and buggy.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their unique aesthetic and artistic quality, effectively blending whimsical fairy tale elements with a darker twist. Players appreciate the flavorful visuals that enhance the overall gameplay experience.
- “It has flavor, aesthetic, and enjoyable gameplay mechanics with children's fairy tales from a sinister perspective.”
- “Great artwork.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is praised for its coolness and ability to evoke nostalgic feelings, reminiscent of the Tower of Terror ride. Players enjoy the interactive elements, such as characters nodding in time to the music, although some report glitches, including a lack of sound effects in certain sections.
- “The cool music makes you think of the Tower of Terror ride.”
- “The little things... the way the characters follow your cursor with their heads and eyes. I had them nodding in time to the music for a few minutes before I realized I was actually not playing the game.”
- “There are still some glitches with basic things, like no sound effects in the opening parts of the game, just music... maybe that's intentional?”
- “Still some glitches with basic things; there are no sound effects in the opening parts of the game, just music. Maybe that's how it's supposed to be?”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While the soundtrack has potential, it often feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a hauntingly eerie aesthetic, with characters resembling creepy wax figures that enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the use of a crystal ball for village selection further immerses players in a witch-like ambiance, contributing to the game's enchanting and mystical feel.
- “When choosing a village, you can scry in the crystal ball, which creates the atmosphere of being a witch.”
- “All the characters in the game, including your black cat, look like creepy wax figures, which I find glorious and fitting for the game's atmosphere.”
- “When choosing a village, you can scry in the crystal ball, which gives the atmosphere of being a witch.”