Witch Thief

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Witch Thief is a 3D bullet-hell game set in a fantasy realm, where you play as a snarky Witch on a mission to steal the Ancient Grimoire. Dodge and weave through intricate bullet storms, overcome various quirky mages, and unlock a range of unique playable characters to control, all with their own abilities. The game features a 3D camera for a fresh perspective on the bullet-hell genre.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

61%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

replayability3 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features a unique 3D bullet hell experience that challenges players with its spatial awareness and dodging mechanics.
Players can unlock different witches, each with unique powers and playstyles, adding variety to the gameplay.
The visuals are well-made and appealing, contributing to an enjoyable aesthetic experience.

The hitbox mechanics are unclear, leading to frustrating and unwarranted deaths, which detracts from the overall experience.
The camera control is problematic, making it difficult to focus on enemy patterns and attacks, especially in chaotic situations.
The game suffers from bugs and sound design issues, which can disrupt gameplay and immersion.

gameplay
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
Gameplay is generally solid, characterized as a 3D bullet hell experience with some enjoyable mechanics, though it suffers from awkward boss mechanics and predictable level design. While the dodge mechanic is criticized as unnecessary, players can still appreciate the core gameplay despite its rough edges and occasional bugs. Overall, the visuals are praised, but issues like hitbox inaccuracies detract from the experience.
- “Gameplay is all there.”
- “No reason you can't overlook the rough edges to get into the solid gameplay.”
- “The dodge mechanic feels unnecessary and more of a bandaid to a much bigger problem.”
- “A few of the boss mechanics feel a bit awkward, but overall a pretty nice 3D bullet hell.”
- “The level design and the positioning of the enemies is predictable, and overall, the game could be three or four times better by changing a few of these things.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The story is described as minimal and largely a deconstruction of traditional hero tropes, focusing on a different perspective of fighting evil with added characters for replayability. While it serves as an accessible introduction to the genre, some players find the plot's lack of depth and presence disappointing, overshadowed by gameplay issues. Overall, the narrative is considered adequate but not a standout feature of the game.
- “The plot is a deconstruction of the typical premise of ending evil and saving the world because you are the chosen one, with a few changes that add extra characters for replayability and allow you to fight the evil from another point of view.”
- “This game is a good introduction for newcomers to the genre. After the recent update of invincible mode, everyone can play the game and experience the story without problems. The gameplay is accessible, allowing enough time to evade bullets.”
- “The story is engaging and offers a fresh perspective on familiar themes, making it a unique experience for players.”
- “The plot has hardly any presence, and you do not even have to look for it. The main plot is a deconstruction of the typical premise of ending evil and saving the world because you are the chosen one, this time with a few changes adding some extra characters for replayability and fighting the evil from another point of view.”
- “The story is okay, boss mechanics seem solid, the visuals are stunning... however, the hitbox issues and the bugs just do not make me want to continue.”
- “The plot has hardly any presence, and you do not even have to look for it. The main plot is a deconstruction of the typical premise of ending evil and saving the world because you are the chosen one, this time with a few changes adding some extra characters for replayability and fighting the evil from another point of view.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and problematic hitbox mechanics that detract from the overall experience, despite praise for the story, boss mechanics, and visuals.
- “The story is okay, boss mechanics seem solid, the visuals are stunning... however the hitbox issue and the bugginess just do not make me want to continue.”
- “The game is very buggy.”
- “The game is very buggy.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the repetition of enemies across levels, leading to unnecessarily long encounters despite some interesting enemy designs.
- “There are a few cool enemy designs, such as the sword-spitter; however, by and large, most levels feature repeated enemies in unnecessarily long rounds, which is tedious.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is generally considered acceptable, but the sound effects are noted to be muted, which may detract from the overall audio experience.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
50%
The game offers a unique take on the traditional hero's journey, featuring a minimalistic plot that encourages replayability through different character perspectives and choices. Players can experience the story from various angles, enhancing the overall replay value despite the lack of a strong narrative presence.
- “The game offers a unique twist on the typical hero's journey, allowing players to experience the story from different perspectives, which significantly enhances its replayability.”
- “With the addition of extra characters and alternate viewpoints, the game encourages players to revisit the story multiple times, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
- “The deconstruction of traditional plot elements not only keeps the narrative interesting but also invites players to explore various outcomes, boosting the overall replayability.”
- “The plot has hardly any presence, and you do not even have to look for it. The main plot is a deconstruction of the typical premise of ending evil and saving the world because you are the chosen one. This time, it includes a few changes and extra characters for a replayability factor, but it ultimately feels lacking.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are widely praised for their stunning visuals, enhancing the overall experience of the game. However, issues with hitboxes and bugs detract from the enjoyment, leaving some players frustrated.
- “The visuals are stunning, creating an immersive experience that enhances the overall gameplay.”

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