Witches x Warlocks

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Witches x Warlocks is a single player casual simulation game with a romance theme. It was developed by Nifty Visuals and was released on October 31, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Witches x Warlocks is a cute and light-hearted Halloween Raising Sim Visual Novel; featuring a customizable protagonist and 4 love interests of different genders!

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Audience ScoreBased on 544 reviews

story42 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

The game features adorable characters and charming art, making it visually appealing.
It offers a unique customization option for the protagonist, including gender and pronouns.
The gameplay is light-hearted and fun, with engaging storylines for each love interest.

The main character can be annoying and overly energetic, which may detract from the experience for some players.
The game is relatively short, leaving some players wanting more depth and content.
There are occasional bugs and glitches that can disrupt the gameplay experience.

story
125 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally described as cute and light-hearted, with a simple premise that appeals to fans of short, romantic visual novels. While some players appreciate the character development and charming interactions, others find the plot shallow and predictable, lacking depth and complexity. Overall, the narrative is engaging enough for a casual experience, but many reviewers express a desire for more substantial storytelling and character exploration.
- “Developed by studio luminary, this game is a testament to storytelling, character development, and emotional immersion.”
- “The story is amazing, the characters that you can date/romance are lovable, and amazing; I love every one of them!!”
- “The story is super captivating and interesting; if anything, I would hope that they would add more customization and more voice options.”
- “The main character is really annoying, the love interests aren't interesting at all, the dialogue feels too long and pointless at times, and the story is really boring.”
- “While visual novels tend to have a lot to read, I feel like the dialogue here was used more to drag out gameplay than to flesh out its characters and story.”
- “There isn’t a lot of story, the romance is non-existent right until the end, and considering how short the game is, everyone feels quite flat.”
graphics
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising the art style as gorgeous, cute, and visually appealing. While some minor graphical glitches were noted, they did not detract from the overall experience, which is enhanced by well-done character designs and a whimsical aesthetic. Overall, the visuals are considered high-quality and a standout feature of the game, making it a delightful experience for players.
- “Moreover, the art style is gorgeous and easy on the eyes, which is always a plus in my books.”
- “I adore the art style used in this game, and the colors really pop.”
- “The visuals are beautiful, easy gameplay, and the character interactions are cute.”
- “I had such high hopes for this game based on the concept and art style, but I ended up disappointed.”
- “During play, I found multiple minor graphical bugs which, while not affecting gameplay, I believe should be mentioned regardless.”
- “On the bright side, the visuals are really cute, though I do wish there was a wider range of customization options when it comes to creating the main character.”
gameplay
57 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is characterized by simple mechanics that are easy to learn, making it accessible for players. While some users found the interactive elements and character dynamics engaging, others criticized the gameplay for being repetitive and lacking depth, with many feeling that the dialogue detracted from the overall experience. Despite its shortcomings, the game offers a charming visual aesthetic and a cute storyline, appealing to those looking for a light, casual experience.
- “The resource mechanics are simple enough to be relaxing, but challenging enough for you to put some thought into what you want to do next.”
- “I really enjoyed playing it because the main character is very lovable, the stories of each character will have you hooked, and the mechanics were interesting!”
- “The backstory and bonding mixed together with the spell-learning mechanic worked really nicely in my opinion, and I enjoyed every minute of it!”
- “However, the dynamic between the characters and gameplay itself didn't really catch me.”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
- “The gameplay loop isn't that interesting, but it doesn't take up much time.”
emotional
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its heartwarming storytelling, charming characters, and the ability to evoke genuine feelings, including tears of joy. Many reviews highlight the game's wholesome nature, emphasizing its cute dialogue and fulfilling endings that leave players feeling fuzzy inside. Despite some critiques of specific characters, the overall sentiment is that the game offers a delightful and emotionally immersive experience, making it a standout in the genre.
- “Developed by studio luminary, this game is a testament to storytelling, character development, and emotional immersion.”
- “The times we get to spend with the characters are mostly heartwarming and make you feel all fuzzy inside.”
- “It's honestly one of the cutest wholesome visual novels I've played in a while.”
music
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its charm and suitability for the game's whimsical and Halloween-themed atmosphere. However, several reviews note that the soundtrack can be repetitive, with a desire for more variety in the music tracks. Overall, while the music enhances the experience, some players feel it could benefit from additional themes to maintain engagement throughout gameplay.
- “The music is perfect enough to compensate if you turn the voices off.”
- “The art style is adorable throughout, and the spoopy Halloween bop style background music really adds to the game's whimsical tone.”
- “The soundtrack, although repetitive, is nice and isn't tiring to listen to.”
- “Way too few music themes, and they get annoying quickly.”
- “I only had a couple of issues; the music, while lovely, is very repetitive, so I would suggest adding more music.”
- “Only complaint is that I wish there were more choices; the background could be a little glitchy at times, and the music was a bit repetitive.”
character development
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is a mixed bag, with many praising the adorable character designs and art style, which enhance the overall experience. While some players appreciate the emotional immersion and well-fleshed-out personalities of the characters, others feel that the development is lacking depth and complexity, leaving them wanting more from the story and interactions. Overall, the game offers cute visuals and engaging love interests, but the character development may not fully satisfy those seeking a deeper narrative.
- “Developed by a studio luminary, this game is a testament to storytelling, character development, and emotional immersion.”
- “What truly elevates this dating sim is its character development.”
- “Mc's personality aside, the game gives me demo vibes, or more like a first attempt, which is not inherently bad, even less so if we remember that the game is free, but it does leave you with the feeling that there should be more: more character development, more story, more events, more depth in the game mechanics, and definitely, more uses for the spells!”
- “Cute otome game but the character development is kinda meh - there's no hint that love interests even like the main character (except for Zero, I guess).”
- “Everyone goes through some character development and their personalities are well fleshed out.”
humor
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as lighthearted and charming, with many players finding the dialogue and character interactions to be funny and engaging. While some characters, particularly the main protagonist, may come off as annoying rather than humorous, others like Zero and Cam are noted for their wit and energy, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience filled with cute and funny moments. The game is recommended for those seeking a short, comedic escape from more serious narratives.
- “The overall experience was enjoyable, since it was full of cute and funny moments.”
- “Zero is sarcastic and funny, Cam is adorably energetic and loves to tease, and Lawrence is a lovable fluff ball!”
- “My favorite part about this game aren't the characters' designs but the excellent humor!”
- “They remind me of Dory from Finding Nemo, but without the depth of character that makes you eventually like them. They are not funny, just annoying.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced, lacking any real wit or charm.”
- “The humor tries too hard to be quirky but ends up being cringeworthy instead.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with users reporting various bugs and glitches, particularly affecting gameplay mechanics and progress saving. While some players experienced minor graphical issues and offset clickable objects, others noted that the game remained largely responsive and enjoyable, especially after DLC updates. Overall, while there are stability concerns, they are generally not game-breaking and can be overlooked by players seeking a casual experience.
- “But even the mechanics and such for the game were really buggy, laggy, and annoying. If you want a dating sim, this is not the game for you. If you're just lonely and want to meet sweet characters because you're bored and have nothing better to do - then go ahead.”
- “Game is pretty boring and buggy; it glitched and restarted all my progress.”
- “In terms of gameplay itself, it was a little buggy - during the final exam, clickable objects were offset from the background, and the wrong pronouns were used for my character in some of Carmilla's dialogue during the initial meeting - but overall a very good experience.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed; while players appreciate the mechanics of task selection, spell learning, and character choices, many note limited routes—three in the free version and four in the premium—leading to a sense of repetition. Despite this, some find it enjoyable enough to warrant multiple playthroughs due to its engaging characters and casual gameplay. Overall, it offers moderate replay value, particularly for those who enjoy exploring different paths.
- “Replayability comes from the mechanics of wisely choosing tasks during the day to complete your goals, learning various spells, and picking a different character in the end.”
- “Although there is a slight repetition in the gameplay, it's highly replayable once you get the hang of it.”
- “Fun playthrough with strong and varied characters; it's casual and easy to play, definitely has replay value.”
- “Good game, rushed dating sim, not much replayability, but worth the play!”
- “- not a lot of replay value as there are only 3 routes for the free version and 4 routes for the premium game.”
- “Replayable a few times.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users find the grinding aspect of visual novels and e-books to be tedious due to the slow pacing of text delivery, which disrupts the reading experience. However, some players appreciate the variety in gameplay elements, such as potion making and character interactions, which help alleviate boredom and keep the experience engaging despite the grinding.
- “It also wasn't tedious because every time you learn a new spell from one of your love interests, there is a short scene that reveals more about them.”
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, be that Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy or 2001: A Space Odyssey, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “It was lighthearted and made me giggle a good bit, and the potion making and surprise cutscenes varied enough that I never got bored even if it was a bit grindy.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players expressing frustration over persistent bugs and performance issues that hinder gameplay, while others appreciate the developers' passion and are hopeful for improvements. Overall, there are significant concerns about overheating and poor optimization, particularly on lower-end systems.
- “You can tell this was a project full of passion for the devs, and I will be happy to purchase the paid DLC to support them as soon as the game runs smoothly on my laptop again. It worked perfectly the first time, but then there was a persistent bug the subsequent times.”
- “Horrible experience... infinite dialogues, boring, and poorly optimized. My PC overheated after 5 minutes of watching cartoons blinking their eyes.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its charming background art, which effectively combines dark colors with a cute aesthetic. The soundtrack, featuring two well-crafted looped tracks and appealing sound effects, enhances the overall ambiance without becoming monotonous.
- “The background art is very atmospheric and cute, despite primarily using dark colors!”
- “The soundtrack features two looped tracks that convey the atmosphere beautifully and are pleasant to listen to, making them feel fresh rather than tiring. The sound effects are also impressive.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for its failure to properly implement and respect user-selected pronouns, leading to frustration among players who feel that the game's advertising on inclusivity does not align with their experience.