Witch Rise is a video game that lets you explore a dark and magical world as a powerful witch. You can craft spells, fight enemies, and uncover secrets in this immersive and atmospheric adventure. Witch Rise is a game for fans of fantasy, horror, and mystery. Are you ready to unleash your inner witch?
Publisher: Ratalaika Games
Developer: LightUp
Release Date:Â 19 January 2024
Thanks to Publisher for the review code.
Witch Rise is a first-person shooter game set in a pixelated kingdom where you play as a young girl who has been turned into a piglet by the evil Fallen Witch. Your goal is to defeat the witch and her minions, collect magic crystals, and restore your human form. The game is developed and published by LightUP, an indie studio based in Brazil.
The game has a retro aesthetic that reminds me of the classic Doom and Wolfenstein games in the style of Minecraft, but with a more colorful and whimsical touch. The graphics are simple but charming, and the music is catchy and upbeat. The game also has some humorous elements, such as the piglet’s squeals and the witch’s taunts. The game is not very long, but it offers a lot of replay value with different difficulty levels, achievements, and secrets to discover.
The gameplay is fast-paced and fun, with a variety of weapons and spells to use against the enemies. You can shoot fireballs, ice shards, lightning bolts, and more, as well as use a sword, a crossbow, and a shotgun. You can also upgrade your weapons and spells with the magic crystals you collect throughout the game. The game has a lot of exploration and puzzles, as you have to find keys, switches, and hidden passages to progress. The game also has a map system that shows you where you are and where you need to go, which is very helpful.
The game is not very hard, but it can be challenging at times, especially on the higher difficulty levels. The enemies are varied and have different abilities and behaviors, such as flying, teleporting, or shooting projectiles. The boss fights are also exciting and require some strategy and skill to defeat. The game has a fair amount of checkpoints and health pickups, so you don’t have to worry too much about dying. The game also has a save system that lets you save and load your game at any time.
The game is not perfect, though. It has some minor bugs and glitches, such as enemies getting stuck in walls, or the map not showing some areas correctly. The game also has some balance issues, as some weapons and spells are more powerful than others, and some enemies are too easy or too hard to kill. The game also has some repetitive elements, such as the same enemies and environments appearing in different levels. The game could also use some more variety and creativity in its level design and puzzles.
Final Thoughts
Overall, I really enjoyed playing Witch Rise, and I think it is a great game for fans of retro shooters and fantasy games. It is a short and sweet adventure that offers a lot of fun and charm. It is not a masterpiece, but it is a solid and entertaining game that deserves more attention. I would recommend it to anyone who likes shooting, magic, and pigs.