Gastova: The Witches of Arkana

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a game by MechWolf Productions
Platform: PC (2021)
Editor Rating: 8/10, based on 1 review
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Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
Gastova: The Witches of Arkana
Gastova: The Witches of Arkana

For fans of the traditional retro-style based game, Gastova: The Witches of Arkana delivers an exciting gameplay experience with effervescent colour scheme and animation design. As the Guardian Witch of Arkana, your character Gastova must battle her way through 8 distinct landscapes where she is tasked with defeating those who stand in her way, as well as destroying the boss which awaits you at the end of each mission.

Along the way Gastova must collect the special currencies necessary to craft her unique, special abilities. If your wandering eyes are sharp enough, you may find even more hidden power ups which will benefit your warrior on her quest greatly so. For those who have always found joy in adventure games, this return to the basics, 2D-type game will captivate your interest, and have you returning to play over and over again.

Design and Gameplay

Like many great adventure games, this story takes place on the 2D backdrop of Arkana, where the near pixelated graphics bedazzle your eyes as you journey through each landscape to defeat her enemies. While your range of motion is more limited with this retro-platforming genre, the fundamentals of what players grew up playing bring back a sense of nostalgia which only adds to the game play; such as moving your character left or right, jumping and dodging over obstacles and enemy weapons/fire, and of course firing at your enemies with intent to defeat. In each section of the game there is the static backdrop, setting the scene for where your adventure is taking place, and then in the foreground we see the action firsthand, where the environment is either your friend or foe, helping you through the terrain or attacking you with malicious intent!

Storyline and Similarities

The storyline brings you to the difficult task of tracking down Gastova’s fellow Witches, whom were once her friends and classmates, to then defeat them in battle. Only then will you be able to harness the power of the Witches who find you worthy. Once defeated, Gastova is able to harness the power of her friend’s magic, unlocking your characters true potential.

Only once this strength is gained are you able to face the true evil which has been lurking in the shadows, pulling the strings in attempt to rule all of Arkana! While a game like this is unique in many ways, it is clear to see similarities in games such as the Super Mario Franchise, or for a more fantasy-related genre, Hollow Knight.

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The game itself does a masterful job of creating a unique gameplay experience which is based on such a fundamental genre to the playing experience. The action excites any player who has been a fan of this style of adventure gameplay, while the difficulty allows for even seasoned players an experience which will be sure not to bore them.

Pros:

  • Rich in detail and design, this game offers a bouquet of vibrant colour schemes throughout each landscape to entice the players visual senses.
  • The gameplay itself is rooted in the fundamentals of this genre, yet with the addition of magic and a few more twists, the game creates an entirely unique playing experience for those interested in completing the journey.
  • Fun gameplay for those playing with friends and those who prefer to experience it solo.

Cons:

  • For those looking for a more immersive gameplay, with perhaps higher expectations than a 2D game can provide them, this game may be lackluster in a sense for those players.

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System requirements:

  • PC compatible
  • Operating systems: Windows 10/Windows 8/Windows 7/2000/Vista/WinXP

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