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Witchfire
Action
Early Access
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

Witchfire is a first-person dark fantasy RPG shooter in which you play as a wicked sinner turned witch hunter on his final mission to reach salvation.

Developers: The Astronauts
Publishers: The Astronauts
Release Date: Sep 23, 2024
Price (USD): $39.99
Current Players: 1.1k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(93%)
satisfying gunplay
dark fantasy setting
engaging progression
well-optimized
variety of weapons
difficulty level
story integration
content depth
punishing difficulty
stamina system
limited content
enemy balance
confusing mechanics
Overall, player sentiment towards the game is generally positive with strong praise for its gunplay, atmosphere, and the unique blending of genres. However, there are criticisms regarding its difficulty balance, stamina system, and the current depth of content relative to its price. While the early access status is acknowledged, many feel there's potential for substantial improvements and eagerly anticipate future updates.

Positive Points

  • The game features satisfying gunplay and movement similar to Destiny, which many players find highly engaging.
  • Players appreciate the dark fantasy setting and atmospheric world-design, which enhances immersion.
  • There is a good variety of weapons and spells, each feeling unique and allowing for different playstyles.
  • Players enjoy the progression system, finding the unlock and upgrade mechanics rewarding.
  • The game is well-optimized, running smoothly even in its early access form, which is often praised.

    • Negative Points

  • Many players find the game's difficulty to be too punishing, particularly due to the stamina system and enemy damage.
  • Some weapons and upgrades feel underwhelming or weak, requiring extensive grinding to become effective.
  • There is criticism over the lack of guidance and explanation of game mechanics, which can lead to confusion and frustration.
  • Content is currently limited due to the game being in early access, leading some to feel the price is too high for the amount available.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's atmosphere and lore are seen as intricate and interesting, but some players feel there could be more story integration.
  • While the challenge level is recognized as a positive for some, others find it overly frustrating, particularly due to enemy spawning and balance issues.

    • Common Themes

  • The game draws frequent comparisons to Destiny, Dark Souls, and other roguelike or soulslike titles for its style, mechanics, and difficulty.
  • Players consistently note the high quality of the gunplay and the responsiveness of the controls as standout features.
  • The game world and setting receive high praise for their style and immersion, contributing to the overall dark and engaging atmosphere.
    • Updated 7/29/2025, 12:02:03 AM UTC
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