Witch & Hero
- April 4, 2013
- Flyhigh Works
Get on SteamIn "Witch & Hero," players control a hero battling monsters to collect their blood and revive a stonewitched witch. With 8-bit style graphics and sound, players fight through 20 stages of increasing difficulty across two modes. The hero must protect the vulnerable witch, who can unleash powerful magic to aid in combat.
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Reviews
- The game features colorful 8-bit graphics and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Gameplay is simple yet engaging, making it a fun and addictive choice for short gaming sessions.
- The soundtrack is enjoyable, and the game offers a nostalgic experience for those who played it on the Nintendo 3DS.
- The game is quite short, with the main story taking only about 2 hours to complete, which may leave players wanting more content.
- It can become repetitive and grindy, requiring significant time investment to farm experience and gold.
- Controls can be awkward without a controller, and the game lacks proper keyboard input support, making navigation frustrating at times.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is described as deeper than it initially seems, with a charming "bump mechanic" that enhances the experience. While some players find it grindy, the short stages and simple mechanics make it well-suited for quick sessions, particularly on handheld devices. Overall, it combines enjoyable artwork with engaging gameplay elements.
“I really like the artwork and gameplay.”
“I really think it's a good game with this 'bump mechanic', and I really enjoyed my time with it; it's such a cute game.”
“It's like a FF14 healer is down and a black mage won't do mechanics simulator.”
“Short stages and simple gameplay probably work better for short sessions on handheld or mobile; it was a 3DS game first, after all.”
“It can be a little grindy, but the gameplay is deeper than it may appear.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their colorful 8-bit style and appealing artwork, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. However, some users note that the minor changes in graphics and animation do not significantly impact the game's visual appeal.
“I really like the artwork and gameplay.”
“+ colorful 8-bit graphics for characters”
“+ minor changes in graphics and animation”
“- minor changes in graphics and animation, which don't amount to anything”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive, particularly in the early stages where reliance on a single character can lead to repetitive gameplay. While the game offers deeper mechanics, the grind can detract from the overall experience until more characters are unlocked, which occurs relatively late in the game.
“It is not a bad game, but it becomes very repetitive and grindy to be able to advance from stage to stage at some points, especially early on when you have to rely on the knight alone. Once you are able to activate the witch, it becomes a bit more fun, but that's almost halfway through the game already, and it's not a long game.”
“It can be a little grindy, but the gameplay is deeper than it may appear.”
- story2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's story is a brief yet impactful experience, lasting around two hours, and is praised as one of the best love stories in video games.
“Best love story I've seen in video games.”
“I played through the main story in about 2 hours.”
“The plot felt rushed and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“There were too many plot holes that left me confused and unsatisfied.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users highlighting the amazing soundtrack and its ability to enhance the overall experience, particularly during challenging moments like the final boss battle. The combination of engaging music and gameplay contributes to the game's appeal, making it a recommended choice for players who enjoy a challenge.
“I still had loads of fun playing it though, and the soundtrack is just amazing. I'd highly recommend this game to people who like having a challenge, especially with the advanced mode that you unlock after beating normal mode.”
“One of the best games I ever played. It has a good and short story/lore, good difficulty, a solid progression system, and very nice music, particularly the last boss theme.”
