Witchcrafty

Celle-ci va être rapide. Sous ses airs de mignon Metroid-Like, Witchcrafty est paresseux et approximatif. La gestion du saut n'est pas très satisfaisante, la faute à un petit délai assez frustrant. Il n'y a quasiment pas de frame d'invulnérabilité, et les ennemis ne vous font aucun cadeau. Rajoutez l'absence de checkpoints et des points de sauvegarde assez éloignés, le tout rend le jeu d'une difficulté abrutissante. La carte n'est pas claire, les boss sont soit inintéressants, soit trop difficiles, l'histoire est sans intérêt, et le jeu est buggé dans tous les sens (crash, bugs d'affichage et j'en passe). Sinon le jeu est plutôt joli. Bref, c'est vraiment pas très bien, et il y a des dizaines d'autres jeux du même genre bien plus intéressants. Comptez tout de même entre 2h et 3h pour les plus courageux-ses pour en voir le bout.

A short, but fun game. The little bugs doesn't break the game at all, you'll just need sometimes to be hit to move normally again in very rare occasions (ok, you could die from being hit to back to move like you should, but the game is really short, so is not that relevant in the end). The story is funny, the plataform is nice, normal enemies are ok, and the bosses aren't first try beatable in general, but is not really difficult to learn they attacks after you be defeated sometimes (well, that was my general experience, at least).

Too short and clunky. And, by the way, it's not a Metroidvania.

В целом игра неплохая, но содержит довольно изрядные минусы. Экономика в игре отсутствует вовсе, к середине игры вы выкупите весь магазин. Это делает бессмысленным исследование карты, ведь осколки и так видно где расположены, а идти в пустые углы карты ради валюты которая не нужна нет смысла. Из-за этого вторая половина игры сводится к пробежке от одного края карты до другого с осколками или боссом, игнорируя при этом полностью врагов перекатами. Ибо проще пробежать быстро не потратив HP, чем ввязаться в бой и пострадать. И вторая проблема это порой зависание персонажа. Сходя с краю платформы, или может ещё когда, персонаж зависает и никак не реагирует на клавиши управления, пока по нему кто то не стукнет. Это приводит в половине случаев к тому что игру надо либо перезапускать, либо отправляться на чекпоинт

Witchcrafty is a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure developed and published by PigeonDev that blends classic platforming with light metroidvania progression and a whimsical fantasy aesthetic. Framed as the journey of a young witch trying to restore balance to a kingdom overtaken by dark forces, the game immediately establishes its tone through colorful pixel art, enchanted forests, icy caverns, and ruined castles that feel pulled from a storybook. Its visual identity is one of its strongest assets, leaning into vibrant palettes and expressive sprite work that give the world a lively, magical atmosphere. Gameplay centers on exploration, combat, and incremental ability unlocks. As with many metroidvania-inspired titles, progress is gated behind new powers that allow access to previously unreachable areas. The protagonist wields both a wand for close-range attacks and a set of elemental spells, including fire, ice, and lightning. These spells are not only combat tools but also interact with environmental elements, such as burning barriers or activating mechanisms. This dual-purpose design encourages players to think about traversal and combat as interconnected systems rather than separate mechanics. Dashing and evasive maneuvers add mobility, giving encounters a sense of rhythm and flow when the controls feel responsive. The structure of the game follows a relatively straightforward progression path. Players move through distinct biomes, defeat bosses, and unlock new abilities that expand exploration options. The map design supports backtracking, though it tends to be more guided than open-ended, making it accessible to players who may not want to navigate sprawling labyrinthine worlds. While this approach keeps the adventure focused and approachable, it also limits the sense of discovery compared to more intricate entries in the genre. Exploration feels rewarding at times, but the layout can occasionally feel linear despite its metroidvania framing. Combat offers moments of satisfaction, particularly when combining melee strikes with elemental spells. However, enemy variety can feel limited across the full length of the game. Many foes share similar behavior patterns, and while they may appear in different visual forms, their mechanics do not evolve dramatically. This can make extended combat sequences feel repetitive, especially once players settle into a reliable attack rhythm. Boss encounters attempt to break up this repetition with larger-scale challenges and more defined attack patterns, though difficulty spikes in some encounters can feel abrupt rather than steadily escalating. The narrative, while charming in premise, remains relatively simple. The central conflict revolves around corruption spreading across the land and the young witch’s quest to uncover its origins and restore harmony. Dialogue and character interactions add personality, but the story does not delve deeply into character development or complex themes. It functions effectively as a fairy-tale backdrop for the adventure but may leave players wanting greater narrative depth or emotional stakes as the journey unfolds. Technically, Witchcrafty reflects both the ambition and limitations of an indie project. Its pixel art is consistently appealing, and environments are designed with care. However, some players may encounter minor technical inconsistencies, such as occasional glitches or uneven responsiveness during precise platforming sections. Movement and jumping mechanics, while generally serviceable, may not always achieve the level of tight precision seen in genre-defining platformers. These moments do not necessarily break the experience but can detract from its overall polish. Despite its imperfections, Witchcrafty succeeds in delivering a cohesive and visually engaging fantasy adventure. Its accessible design makes it approachable for players who enjoy light metroidvania elements without overwhelming complexity. The charming art direction and magical theme carry much of the experience, creating an inviting world that is easy to immerse oneself in. While it may not redefine the genre or rival more expansive metroidvania titles in mechanical depth, it offers a compact and aesthetically pleasing journey that highlights the creative spirit of indie development. For players drawn to colorful pixel art adventures with straightforward progression and spell-based combat, Witchcrafty provides an enjoyable, if somewhat modest, magical excursion. Rating: 5/10

A very soft recommend IF you love Metroidvanias and don't mind some of the shorter ones (Microvanias) currently out, and your backlog is short/already played all the heavy hitters. There are a lot of grammatical errors and the controls are a but finicky, but it's heart is in the right place and it's fun.

its like pg flipwitch, so rad (also yes ik this came out first)