Witch's Doll

About

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

87%

Audience ScoreBased on 182 reviews

story16 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features an immersive atmosphere with excellent graphics and sound design that enhances the horror experience.
Jump scares are well-executed and effective, keeping players on edge throughout the game.
The narrative is engaging, with a mix of puzzles that provide a satisfying sense of accomplishment when solved.

The walking speed is painfully slow, making exploration tedious and breaking immersion.
Some puzzles can be frustrating, requiring players to backtrack and search for items without clear guidance.
The game lacks a save feature, forcing players to restart sections if they exit, which can be frustrating.

story
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
68%
6%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its depth and engaging atmosphere, though some find it fragmented and occasionally ambiguous. While it features familiar horror elements, it offers a fresh narrative centered on a mother and daughter, and effectively utilizes sound and environmental storytelling. However, a few players criticize the lack of clarity in certain plot connections and express disappointment in the absence of voice acting.
- “I have played a few other horror games with the same map layout, but this still gave a fresh take with a different story of a mother and her daughter.”
- “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.”
- “I enjoyed how the story was built up from something simple to something intense.”
- “However, the storytelling can sometimes feel fragmented, leaving some plot points ambiguous.”
- “Many jumpscares and the story is nothing new.”
- “There is no story, there is no atmosphere; if I could give this game less than a zero, I would.”
atmosphere
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
26%
6%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive and eerie qualities, effectively enhancing the horror experience with impressive sound design and graphics. Many players noted that the dark and twisted environment, combined with well-timed jump scares, creates a captivating and terrifying experience that lingers long after playing. However, some criticism exists regarding pacing, with mentions of slow movement through repetitive areas detracting from the overall tension.
- “From the eerie atmosphere to the challenging puzzles, this game does a fantastic job of immersing you in its dark and twisted world.”
- “Despite its short length, its finely tuned narrative and immersive atmosphere make it a game that will linger in our thoughts long after we've stopped playing.”
- “There is no story, there is no atmosphere; if I could give this game less than a zero, I would.”
- “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.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
34%
8%
The graphics in the game have received widespread acclaim for their realism and ability to enhance the horror experience, with many players noting the impressive visuals and smooth performance. The combination of creepy visuals and an unsettling soundtrack effectively builds tension and contributes to a spine-chilling atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered top-notch, significantly elevating the gameplay experience, especially at higher settings.
- “Its hella spooky, got a decent story, graphics are fire and the ambience is honestly terrifying!”
- “Very incredible horror experience, very top tier horror game, super fun and scary with top notch graphics.”
- “The fusion of creepy visuals and an unsettling soundtrack creates a truly spine-chilling experience.”
- “Its graphics are quite realistic, so they manage to increase the feeling of fear and tension.”
- “The atmosphere is great and I found the game works better with high graphic settings than medium, which is default.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
72%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by a walking simulator formula that features a compelling narrative enhanced by diary entries and atmospheric environments. While the graphics, music, and overall smoothness are praised, the slow character movement is criticized for unnecessarily prolonging the experience without adding meaningful content or plot development.
- “The narrative, woven through disturbing diary entries and haunting environments, adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “Otherwise, nice graphics and music, smooth gameplay, clear direction, a few puzzles and a story.”
- “The gameplay follows the walking simulator formula.”
- “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.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in the game is highly praised for its high quality and atmospheric qualities, particularly the dark and unsettling "doll's soundtrack," which enhances the creepy visuals and contributes to a spine-chilling experience. Overall, the sound design is noted as a standout feature, complementing the game's graphics and gameplay.
- “The fusion of creepy visuals and an unsettling soundtrack creates a truly spine-chilling experience.”
- “The sound is really good, very high quality, and the 'doll's soundtrack' is very dark and atmospheric.”
- “Otherwise, nice graphics and music, smooth gameplay, clear direction, a few puzzles, and a story.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players highlight the emotional depth of the game, particularly through character interactions and backstories, which enhance the overall narrative experience. The game's ability to evoke strong feelings, such as fear during jumpscares, further contributes to its emotional impact.
- “Meeting characters like Lev and uncovering their backstories adds an emotional layer to the game.”
- “Engaging narrative with emotional depth.”
- “The first jumpscare that popped up, my heart felt like it got pushed backwards.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively slow and tedious, leading to a frustrating and boring experience. The slow pace of movement is frequently criticized as a major drawback.
- “The walking simulation is tediously slow.”
- “It's absolutely ridiculous how slow you move; it's extremely tedious and boring.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely absent, with players finding it more scary than funny. While some initially found amusement in the repetitive jump scares, overall feedback suggests that the game lacks genuine comedic elements, leading to a disappointing experience for those seeking humor.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The optimization of the game is generally considered satisfactory by users, with no significant issues reported.