Wish Project

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"Wish Project" is a casual shooter game where players can shoot butterflies and grant wishes, while avoiding slow-moving enemy bullets. The game offers adjustable difficulty levels, with harder modes providing a greater challenge and unlocking additional characters and game modes. Despite being described as "casual," the game offers a range of challenges for various skill levels.

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Audience ScoreBased on 68 reviews

story6 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

The game offers a variety of unique bullet patterns and characters, making it enjoyable for both beginners and veterans of the bullet hell genre.
It has a low price point, making it an excellent value for the quality of gameplay and replayability it provides.
The music and overall atmosphere are delightful, contributing to a relaxing yet challenging experience.

Some bullet patterns can be overly punishing, particularly in later stages, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
The art and character designs are inconsistent, with some elements appearing poorly executed, which detracts from the overall presentation.
Unlocking additional characters and tips requires completing demanding achievements, which may discourage casual players.

story
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
62%
13%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and whimsical, while others describe it as bland, nonsensical, and simplistic, which is typical for the bullet hell genre. Despite its brevity, the unique character narratives and surreal elements elevate the experience for some, making it worth multiple playthroughs. Overall, while the story may not be its strongest aspect, it still resonates with certain players, adding charm to the gameplay.
- “Although the game is a bit short, which is common for bullet hell games, each character has its own story, bullet/bomb/skill and enemies behave a little bit differently, so you may want to beat the game several times.”
- “For me, the weird story and characters are what elevate [i]wish project[/i] from 'good' to 'great'; they have a sort of charm.”
- “Soothing music, inventive danmaku patterns, whimsical sprites, the capacity to appeal to a wide gamut of skill levels, and a silly story with some delightfully surreal elements - I recommend this game highly on all levels.”
- “The story is nonsensical and flat out doesn't make sense at times.”
- “The story and characters are a bit simple and one-dimensional, but then that's the case in most bullet hells, in my opinion.”
- “The art isn't the best and the story is pretty bland, but for 2 dollars, the game is definitely worth it.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
50%
6%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players finding it catchy, soothing, and fitting the game's atmosphere. While some reviews note inconsistencies in the soundtrack, describing it as a mix of good and mediocre tracks, the overall sentiment highlights the music's ability to enhance the experience and contribute to the game's whimsical and surreal elements.
- “The music and art are delightful, and the dialogue had me laughing on many occasions.”
- “Soothing music, inventive danmaku patterns, whimsical sprites, the capacity to appeal to a wide gamut of skill levels, and a silly story with some delightfully surreal elements - I recommend this game highly on all levels.”
- “Great music and a ton of diverse and strange characters.”
- “/ the soundtrack is fairly inconsistent and is a mix of good, decent, and terrible instrumental songs.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay of the Wish Project is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it suitable for newcomers to the bullet hell genre while still offering challenging modes for veterans. Players appreciate the tight, skill-based mechanics, a well-balanced difficulty curve, and a variety of characters and stages, all complemented by engaging presentation and solid gameplay. However, some users noted that the game's mechanics are not well-explained, which could be a drawback for those unfamiliar with the genre.
- “Tight, skill-based gameplay with a good difficulty curve in an enjoyable setting.”
- “With its clear-cut mechanics, generous selection of difficulty levels, and helpful tips, it serves as a perfect trainer for those who, like myself, have little experience with this esoteric thing the Japanese call 'danmaku.' There are also 'hard' and 'insane' modes for the veterans, of course.”
- “Multiple characters with differing abilities, six meaty stages, multiple difficulty levels, boss rush mode, etc. and the presentation and mechanics are strong, too. What's not to love?”
- “The game's mechanics/concepts don't seem to be explained at all.”
- “Gameplay-wise, I wish the project was more on the 'simple' side.”
- “With its clear-cut mechanics, generous selection of difficulty levels, and helpful tips, it serves as a perfect trainer for those who, like myself, have little experience with this esoteric thing the Japanese call 'danmaku.'”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players finding the meme-inspired art style fitting despite its lack of polish. While the visuals may initially appear bland, they effectively enhance gameplay by clearly indicating player and bullet positions. Overall, the graphics are described as a bit hit or miss, earning a moderate score of 7.5.
- “Although the meme-ish art style is far from being good or acceptable, it absolutely fits the bill and works with this one.”
- “+ Visuals: The promo video did not make that great of an impression on me as it looked a bit bland and stiff. I ended up buying the game based on the reviews. As opposed to many other shmups, you can clearly tell at all times where your ship is, where your hitbox is, and where the bullets are. What seemed bland in the video is actually a judicious design choice.”
- “It is a pretty good bullet hell game. The graphics are good; like I said, the graphics are a little hit or miss at the moment.”
- “Of course, the graphics aren't gorgeous and the sound design is quite bad.”
- “The visuals in the promo video did not make a great impression on me as it looked a bit bland and stiff.”
- “Graphics are a little hit or miss at the moment; it gets a 7.5.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
50%
33%
The game boasts high replayability due to its diverse cast of eight distinct characters, each offering unique approaches to challenges. The characters are conveniently categorized on a "for beginners/for experts" scale, enhancing accessibility and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “Replayability is pretty high too.”
- “Diversity in playable characters is great - each of the 8 characters makes you approach the challenges a little differently, which adds genuine replay value.”
- “Has a variety of distinct characters for some replay value, all conveniently labeled on a 'for beginners/for experts' scale if you're worried.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a charming cast of characters, each with unique playstyles that contribute to its humor. Players appreciate the delightful music and art, alongside witty dialogue that consistently elicits laughter. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The music and art are delightful, and the dialogue had me laughing on many occasions.”
- “Cute and funny characters to play, each with their own unique playstyles.”
- “The humor in the game is charming and adds a lot to the overall experience.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's atmosphere is characterized by an uncomfortable quality stemming from its artistic choices, which effectively complement its heavy themes. Additionally, the music is noted for enhancing this atmosphere, contributing positively to the overall experience.
- “+ The music is pretty good and fits the atmosphere well.”
- “It's the artistic lack of quality that creates an uncomfortable atmosphere, especially when combined with these heavy themes.”
- “It's the artistic lack of quality that creates an uncomfortable atmosphere, especially when combined with these heavy themes.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Character development received mixed feedback, with some users finding the main character designs interesting, while others expressed indifference towards the overall character designs, indicating a lack of engagement with the dialogue and narrative elements.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players feel that the game would significantly improve with the addition of a bullet grinding system that allows all characters to earn points, suggesting a desire for more engaging and rewarding gameplay mechanics.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game shows promise and is recommended for shoot 'em up enthusiasts, but it requires further enhancements in bullet design and control optimization to reach its full potential.
- “Though it still needs some improvements in bullet design and control optimization, I still recommend this game to all STG or bullet hell players, because it is already a quality work for an individual game developer.”

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