Zui's Witch Academy

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Zui's Witch Academy is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Scolon and was released on April 5, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

Zui's Witch Academy is a roguelike boss rush action game where you build a deck of three magical cards to defeat eight uniquely designed bosses in tailored arenas. With 18 cards to collect, three difficulty levels, and a practice mode, players must help Rysa graduate by mastering strategy and combat. The game features vibrant pixel art and an energetic soundtrack.

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Audience ScoreBased on 31 reviews

music4 positive mentions

The game features unique and creative boss designs, making each encounter memorable and engaging.
The art style and music are charming, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience.
Despite some challenges, the gameplay is fun and fast-paced, especially on normal mode.

The game suffers from visual clarity issues, making it difficult to track actions and projectiles during intense moments.
Many players find the difficulty spikes, particularly in impossible mode, to be frustrating and poorly designed.
The game lacks substantial content and can feel repetitive due to its reliance on procedural generation.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and energy, with many reviewers describing it as catchy and memorable. While some players appreciate the soundtrack's quality, there are concerns about the developer's request for additional donations for music that is already included in the game. Overall, the music enhances the game's appeal, contributing to a smooth and enjoyable experience.
- “Features charming art, snazzy music and fun and memorable characters.”
- “Absolutely love this game, the music, the art, the boss fights... all amazing.”
- “Art is beautiful, music is slapping, and the overall feel is just so flippin' smooth, highly recommend this game.”
- “The developer has their hand out for a $1 USD 'donation' for this as you're expected to give them money for soundtrack DLC (that's already in the game) from Steam to 'support' the developer... digital panhandling.”
- “I expected keeping rhythm to be a bigger portion of the fights since it told you to pay attention to the music.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some praising its unique mechanics, art style, and boss fights, while others criticize the lack of meaningful level design and clarity in certain mechanics. Players appreciate the overall experience, especially for a game jam title, but note that the content may feel limited and some attacks can be disorienting. Overall, the game shows potential but could benefit from further development and refinement.
- “Holy crap, this stuff is so amazing! I love the art style, and the bosses are incredible (except for the buzzsaw one). It's super unique; I could have never thought of such mechanics. 10/10, worth the time! The only problem is that there isn't much content. If you like cool boss fights, get this now!”
- “Overall, I enjoy the art and music, but the gameplay could be better. Honestly impressive for a game jam game, and I want to see a game like this with more time put into it.”
- “Pretty great gameplay, and the OST is a bop.”
- “The developer chose not to do the job of a real game developer and create meaningful bespoke levels, narrative-based gameplay progression, and so on.”
- “Interesting concepts, but some attacks are way too nausea-inducing, and clarity could be a lot better. The mechanics of the Boogle Beast are unclear, at least on normal mode; I literally stood on the candle and attacked him to death.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some users criticizing the pixel art as subpar and reminiscent of low-quality visuals, while others praise the unique art style and creative boss designs. Despite the divided opinions, it is noted that the game's appeal may not rely heavily on its graphics, similar to other successful indie titles.
- “The art style is absolutely stunning, and the bosses are incredibly unique. I love how creative the mechanics are; it's something I could have never imagined. 10/10, definitely worth the time!”
- “The graphics are visually impressive and contribute significantly to the overall experience of the game. The attention to detail is remarkable.”
- “The game's aesthetic is captivating, with a distinct art style that sets it apart from others. The visuals enhance the gameplay and make every moment enjoyable.”
- “This features really godawful pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “Games like Terraria and Stardew Valley succeeded despite the bad graphics, not because of them.”
emotional
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Players find the game emotionally engaging, as its challenging nature fosters a sense of determination rather than frustration when facing difficult opponents. The experience of overcoming obstacles enhances the overall enjoyment and emotional investment in the gameplay.
- “This game is actually very fun on normal mode; the game was quite challenging because Nexva was super fast and hard to keep up with, but it never felt frustrating to lose all my lives and have to restart. Instead, it made me feel determined to defeat them.”
replayability
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Reviewers express that while classic games like Mega Man offered replayability through strategic exploration and optimal routes, many modern games fail to provide that same level of engagement, leaving players unsatisfied in their quest for replay value.
- “Back in the day, it was fine to have a game like Mega Man where the replayability was part of discovering the optimal boss route. However, there are too many games out nowadays that just don't scratch the itch I was looking for.”
- “Back in the day, it was fine to have a game like Mega Man where the replayability was part of discovering the optimal boss route, but there are too many games out nowadays that just aren't scratching the itch I was looking for.”