Wishmere

About

Wishmere is a stylized fighting game with time bending mechanics. With up to 4-players, engage in combat with friends in local matches or conquer Doubt's strongholds in the Base of Darkness mode.

Genres & Tags

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

70%

Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews

story4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Wishmere offers a diverse roster of characters, each with unique movesets and abilities, providing a fresh and engaging gameplay experience.
The game features multiple modes, including a story mode with rich character development and lore, making it enjoyable for both solo and multiplayer play.
The combat system rewards player creativity and skill, allowing for a variety of playstyles and strategies.

The game suffers from significant control issues, with inconsistent inputs and unresponsive mechanics that hinder the overall experience.
Balancing problems are evident, particularly with boss encounters and enemy difficulty, leading to frustrating gameplay moments.
Visuals and character designs are criticized for being bland and unattractive, detracting from the overall appeal of the game.

story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
59%
18%
The game features a unique story mode that surprises players in a genre typically lacking narrative depth, offering engaging character interactions and a thoughtful, humorous storyline. While the scripted mode provides a fast-paced experience filled with dramatic themes and character arcs, a free mode allows players to explore the story with any character. Overall, the story is described as dense yet enjoyable, appealing to those who appreciate character-driven narratives alongside action gameplay.
- “The story is endearing in a surprisingly thoughtful way, with themes that as a father I felt very connected to.”
- “You go from high school students to a superhero team, with betrayals, rivalries, inner turmoil, multiple crises of confidence... it just rolls through story beat after story beat with lightning speed.”
- “Effortlessly humorous, it succeeds in creating a challenging fighting game experience that can be enjoyed by all, and balances wonderful button-mashing quests atop a story that rises to the same level.”
- “The storyless mode.”
- “In a 3-hour story mode that you could probably run through in 40 minutes tops, it is unbelievably dense without running long in terms of cutscenes.”
- “Three seasons of anime or comic book storytelling and thrills are all crammed in here.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The gameplay is engaging and rewarding, featuring deep mechanics that challenge players to master unconventional controls and character-specific skill trees. With a variety of gameplay modes and unique character abilities inspired by comics and manga, it offers both solo and multiplayer fun, enhancing replayability through diverse builds and strategies.
- “Put your elite gamer skills to the test fighting the hardest enemy in the game, with all your knowledge of the game's mechanics put to the test!”
- “Wishmere is a great brawler with quite a lot of gameplay modes that’s great to play alone or with friends and family.”
- “Why is this mechanic not explained?”
- “Button layout might take a little getting used to, as it's a little unconventional, but if you can get used to it, the game has some deep mechanics and content in a package that's rewarding to play as you learn new things.”
- “Make certain moves charge faster, add a stock for your edge move, or even add a new mechanic for some of your ability moves; the skill trees are unique for each character and always interesting, adding a bit of replayability as you can try slightly different builds.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers significant replayability through its unique skill trees for each character, allowing players to experiment with different builds by modifying moves and mechanics. This encourages players to revisit the game to explore various strategies and playstyles.
- “It also has replay value as well.”
- “Make certain moves charge faster, add a stock for your edge move, or even add a new mechanic for some of your ability moves. The skill trees are unique for each character and always interesting, adding a bit of replayability as you can try slightly different builds.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Character development is marked by witty dialogue and distinct personalities, with each character having their own brief but engaging story arcs that contribute to their growth throughout the game.
- “From witty dialogue to rapid character development, the characters all have their own unique personalities and individual stories.”
- “The character development is impressive, with each character evolving in meaningful ways that enhance the overall narrative.”
- “I love how the game allows for deep character growth, making each interaction feel significant and impactful.”
- “The character development feels rushed and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with anyone.”
- “While there are moments of witty dialogue, the overall character arcs are underwhelming and fail to evolve meaningfully.”
- “The characters have potential, but the development is so rapid that it undermines their individual stories.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its effortless humor, which enhances the challenging fighting experience and makes it accessible to a wide audience. The humor is well-integrated into the gameplay and story, creating an enjoyable and engaging atmosphere.
- “Effortlessly humorous, it succeeds in creating a challenging fighting game experience that can be enjoyed by all, and balances wonderful button-mashing quests atop a story that rises to the same level.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of "Wishmere" is highlighted by its wholesome narrative and engaging character interactions, which evoke feelings of warmth and nostalgia. Players appreciate the game's ability to create a heartfelt connection through its charming visuals and relatable themes, making it a memorable experience. Overall, the emotional depth enhances the gameplay, leaving a lasting impact on players.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game has been criticized for being lackluster, particularly for a fighting game, with some reviewers suggesting it would be more fitting for the beat 'em up segments instead.
- “The soundtrack is lackluster for a fighting game; it seems it would work better in the beat 'em up part of the game.”
- “The music feels repetitive and fails to enhance the overall experience.”
- “There is a noticeable absence of variety in the tracks, making battles feel monotonous.”