Witch Stories

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Witch Stories is a single player role playing game. It was developed by Stephen Scott Day and was released on January 10, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Set in the 1700s. You are a woman living in a cottage in the forest with your husband and newborn baby. Your husband goes to work in town every day, and you deliver the goods of your farm to neighbors. Your story unfolds over one day, whether you choose to act or not. Most choices, and lack thereof, will result in uniquely branching narratives, letting you tell your own Witch Story. Non-linear…

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

The game features beautiful visuals and a haunting atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
It offers good replayability with multiple endings and encourages exploration and curiosity.
The voice acting is surprisingly good, adding depth to the game's storytelling.

The game can be confusing and lacks clear guidance, leading to a lot of trial and error.
The map layout is plain and can feel too large for the tasks at hand, making navigation frustrating.
Some players may find the pacing slow, especially if they prefer more direct gameplay.

replayability
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The game offers strong replayability due to its short length and multiple endings, encouraging players to experience different outcomes.
- “The game is short but offers multiple endings, making replayability excellent.”
- “With various choices and outcomes, I find myself coming back for more.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different paths you can take.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their interesting and enjoyable visuals, complemented by a great art style and music that enhances the overall experience.
- “The visuals are interesting and enjoyable.”
- “The art style is great, and the music really adds to it.”
atmosphere
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its haunting and immersive quality, creating a palpable sense of tension that enhances the overall experience. Players find themselves deeply engaged, even amidst confusion, as they navigate the eerie environment while dealing with unsettling elements like a crying baby.
- “Great indie horror with a wonderful sense of atmosphere.”
- “I had the most haunting time playing this game; the atmosphere was palpable. I had no idea what on earth I was doing, but I enjoyed just existing, trying to shush the damn baby throughout the extreme conditions.”
story
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The story is highly engaging, enhanced by strong voice acting, a captivating setting, and impactful gameplay mechanics. Players appreciate the depth of choices and the sense of mystery, making it a recommended experience.
- “The voice acting, setting, gameplay mechanics, story, choices, and sense of the unknown had me very invested in what I was getting myself into.”
- “Great music and story, recommended.”
music
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The music in the game is highly praised for enhancing the overall experience, complementing the art style and contributing to the storytelling. Reviewers recommend it for its great musical composition.
- “The art style is great, and the music really adds to it.”
- “Great music and story; highly recommended.”
gameplay
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Players find the gameplay engaging due to its immersive voice acting, compelling setting, and well-designed mechanics, which together create a captivating narrative filled with choices and a sense of mystery.
- “The voice acting, setting, gameplay mechanics, story, choices, and sense of the unknown had me very invested in what I was getting myself into.”