Witch's Doll

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Witch's Doll is a single player action game with a horror theme. It was developed by Elite Lords Studios and was released on May 24, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

"Witch's Doll" is a dark psychological horror walking simulator where you play as a young writer who moves into a cursed apartment owned by an elderly woman who lost her daughter. As the storm rages outside, you feel an evil presence and hear strange screams from the woman's apartment. Using Unreal Engine 5, the game offers a hyper-realistic environment to explore and uncover the horrifying truth behind the apartment's curse and the missing people.

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 139 reviews

story12 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features impressive graphics and sound design, creating a creepy atmosphere that enhances the horror experience.
It includes a variety of well-placed jump scares that effectively keep players on edge throughout the gameplay.
The story is engaging and well-developed, with a good mix of puzzles that add to the overall experience without being overly complicated.

The walking speed is painfully slow, which can break immersion and make exploration tedious.
Many jump scares become predictable after the first playthrough, reducing their effectiveness in subsequent runs.
Some puzzles require unnecessary complexity, such as math or lengthy sequences, which can frustrate players.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
64%
7%
The story in this game is widely praised for its depth and engaging narrative, effectively building tension and atmosphere throughout the experience. Players appreciate the balance between storytelling and gameplay, noting that it offers a captivating and immersive horror experience without becoming tedious. While some found certain connections in the plot unclear, the overall consensus is that the story is compelling and enhances the game's terrifying ambiance.
- “Captivating story.”
- “It had more of a story than most indie horror games do, and some of the best scares I've ever had!”
- “The atmosphere, sound effects, and the story play a huge role in creating a terrifying experience for this game.”
- “This game has one minus, and it is huge, like the desire of all indie developers to make their games longer not due to gameplay and plot points, but due to the very slow walking of the character.”
- “I've played a couple of games in this same apartment; it's kinda boring to see it again but the story and jumpscares are worth trying.”
- “☐ no story”
atmosphere
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
23%
10%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its impressive ambient sounds, dark themes, and effective sound design that keeps players on edge. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create a terrifying experience through its strong atmosphere, well-integrated story, and impactful jump scares, making it a standout in the indie horror genre. Overall, the combination of high graphic settings and thoughtful pacing enhances the immersive quality of the game.
- “The atmosphere and puzzles were spot on.”
- “The story had depth and was very good, the atmosphere was one of the best for an indie horror game and you do not get bored; there is always something to do and you are always on the edge.”
- “The atmosphere, sound effects, and the story play a huge role in creating a terrifying experience for this game.”
- “In my opinion, the original walking speed was very appropriate because it was one of the main factors contributing to the game's atmosphere and horror feel.”
- “Witch's doll has a dark atmosphere, and the sound design is pretty on point as far as keeping you on edge.”
graphics
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The graphics in the game have received widespread praise for their impressive quality, contributing to a smooth and immersive gameplay experience. Players noted that the visuals enhance the horror atmosphere, effectively building tension and delivering jump scares. Overall, the graphics are considered top-notch, with many recommending playing on higher settings for the best experience.
- “The atmosphere is great, and I found the game works better with high graphic settings than medium, which is default.”
- “Very incredible horror experience, very top tier horror game, super fun and scary with top-notch graphics.”
- “The graphics are also impressive, and I did not encounter any graphical issues; the experience was very smooth overall.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
65%
21%
The gameplay is generally smooth and well-directed, complemented by nice graphics and music, with a few puzzles to engage players. However, a significant drawback is the character's slow walking speed, which feels artificially extended without any narrative or gameplay justification, detracting from the overall experience.
- “Otherwise, nice graphics and music, smooth gameplay, clear direction, a few puzzles and a story.”
- “There is simply no plot, gameplay or logical justification for this; the developer just decided to stretch out the passage time.”
- “This game has one minus, and it is huge, like the desire of all indie developers to make their games longer not due to gameplay and plot points, but due to the very slow walking of the character.”
- “There is simply no plot, gameplay, or logical justification for this; the developer just decided to stretch out the passage time.”
- “It's just gameplay.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely absent, with players finding it more scary than funny; some even noted that the jump scares became predictable, leading to unintended laughter. Overall, the comedic elements are minimal, and the game may benefit from updates to enhance its humor.
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is praised for its high quality, with a dark and atmospheric soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Reviewers appreciate the combination of nice graphics and smooth gameplay, which complements the effective use of sound.
- “The sound is really good, very high quality, and the 'doll's soundtrack' is very dark and atmospheric.”
- “Nice graphics and music, smooth gameplay, clear direction, a few puzzles, and a story.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the emotional impact of the game is intense, particularly highlighting the effectiveness of jumpscares that evoke strong physical reactions, such as a racing heart. This suggests that the game successfully creates a thrilling and immersive emotional experience.
- “The first jumpscare that popped up, my heart felt like it got pushed backwards.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively slow and tedious, leading to a frustrating and monotonous experience.
- “It's absolutely ridiculous how slow you move; it's extremely tedious and boring.”