Underplayed Gems

Gastova: The Witches of Arkana (2022)

Gastova: The Witches of Arkana cover
Developer
MechWolf Productions
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating
3.8 of 5, 68 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.1 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A lighthearted 2D adventure with retro-inspired platforming and colorful pixel art, where you explore and battle former friends as a witch guardian.

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What players say

Players are split: some enjoy the cute art and charming protagonist, while others say early access lost its interconnected world and collectibles, replaced with a linear grind. Performance is fine, but boss battles become tough in the second half, and there is no way to rebind controls.

Screenshots

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