Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain

Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain

August 21, 2024

AdventurePlatformerRPGSimulation Nintendo SwitchPCPlayStation 4Xbox One

Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a fantasy adventure about an aspiring witch who delivers packages to the townspeople of a small island. Explore every nook and cranny and soar through the sky with your magic broom. This coming-of-age journey will take us to the top of the mountain through …

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69.6

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Alana Hagues Nintendo Life Aug 2024
50.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

65.0

"When everything comes together, Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain is definitely far from the worst witch – the premise is pleasant, the visuals and art are cute, and short runtime means there&s;s no fat that needs trimming. But it&s;s almost …"

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Alex Legard Video Chums Aug 2024
67.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

65.0

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain is a fun escape into the life of a bubbly little girl who wants to become a witch but who makes new friends and has unexpected adventures along the way. It may be short but …"

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Augusto A. ZTGD Aug 2024
55.0 /100

"The straightforward controls, intuitive gameplay, and bright colors make it a reasonably good game for kids, but when judged through more objective lenses, it falls a bit short, especially when compared to other 3D platformers released in recent times."

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Baden Ronie Wolf&s;s Gaming Blog Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a heart-warming game, a warm hug transformed into a delivery game packaged up in a cutesy wrapper. It’s the kind of game I can see appealing to a very specific crowd, the kind who …"

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Benjamin Bell Netto’s Game Room Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

75.0

"Mika and The Witch&s;s Mountain is a very short game. A single playthrough while completing most of the Side Deliveries clocked in around 6 hours. During that time however I got used to exploring the island, discovered many hidden secrets, …"

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Britt Roberts Games Freezer Aug 2024
65.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

50.0

"A delivery service game lacking magic"

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Danilo Di Gennaro 4News.it Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

68.0

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain is a pleasant and gentle tale about a little witch chasing her dream and the difficulties she will have to overcome to make it. A light and dreamy title graced by a touching art direction …"

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David Pietrangelo Console Creatures Aug 2024
75.0 /100

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain has a friendly, welcoming art style and world to explore. Unfortunately, it is far too short, and the core broomstick flight mechanics don&s;t feel as intuitive as I would have hoped."

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Evan Norris VGChartz Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

45.0

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain is a cozy, comforting little adventure. It benefits from an interesting premise, breezy mechanics, some fanciful tunes, and a rewarding gameplay loop that pushes you forward. Its biggest problem is that it feels unfinished; the …"

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Gabriel Desrosiers Le Bêta-Testeur Aug 2024
68.0 /100

Graphics

35.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

60.0

"It is a good family game, very fun and which puts forward important values ​​of our society. It is perfect for a child who begins his adventure with video games. There is a lot of dialogue between the characters which …"

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Jeff M Young Analog Stick Gaming Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

50.0

"While there are a few side jobs and collectibles to track down, Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain is a shockingly short experience that unfortunately fails to really lean into its premise in any memorable way. Its inspirations are clear as …"

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Jennifer Rahman GamesCreed Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

50.0

Story

60.0

"Given its early access, I found the idea behind Mika and The Witch’s Mountain appealing, but the implementation falls well short. The quest structure is repetitious, and the world seems dead with inhabitants who fail to engage the player. Still, …"

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Jon Scarr Cloud Dosage Aug 2024
66.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

55.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain offers a cozy, laid-back adventure with bright visuals and simple gameplay. Flying, delivering packages, and meeting island residents create a relaxing experience, but limited gameplay and repetitive deliveries hold it back. While charming, it’s best …"

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Jordan Biordi CGMagazine Aug 2024
60.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

65.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain has a good enough base, but not enough magic to keep it afloat."

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Jordan Campbell Completexbox Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

65.0

"I enjoyed my time with Mika and the Witch’s Mountain and whilst the game is far from perfect, I had to remember the target audience and who this would appeal to. My seven-year-old loved joining and playing this one while …"

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Julián Ramírez GamerFocus Aug 2024
77.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"The hours I spent with Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain weren&s;t many, but they were very enjoyable. What it lacks in mechanical depth, it makes up for with calming gameplay systems, a very relaxing setting, and a heartwarming anti-capitalist plot …"

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Loren Chandler Shacknews Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

70.0

"While it may need a little more time brewing in the cauldron, Mika and the Witch’s Mountain was a fun ride and just goes to show that Chibig is one developer worth keeping an eye on."

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Lucas Oliveira Nintendo Blast Aug 2024
70.0 /100

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain amuses and charms [us] with its simplicity and cozy atmosphere. The soft narrative, along with an adorable protagonist, makes the experience ideal for those moments we look for a bit of fun and relaxation."

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Lynne Newey LadiesGamers.com Aug 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

75.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a short adventure, about flying around on a broomstick, delivering parcels. At times, I found controlling the broomstick a bit frustrating, and this did impact on my overall enjoyment. However, the scenery is great, …"

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Marcella Taalman Play Watch Read Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Specially delivered to you, a review of Mika and the Witch’s Mountain. If you’ve always had the ambition to deliver magical packages with a supernatural twist through the city, while collecting, discovering and moving. Then this game is for you. …"

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Matthew Pollesel Gaming Age Aug 2024
65.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

60.0

"It was clearly influenced by Studio Ghibli and Kiki’s Delivery Service, and it’s solid enough that you can see that influence come shining through, but at the end of the day, all the game really has to say is, “Hey, …"

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Mehmet Atilla Turan NoobFeed Aug 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain presents a story of an apprentice witch who goes through ups and downs with small townsfolk. The gameplay is nice, the graphics fit the theme well, and the characters are likable. If you are looking …"

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Robby Bisschop Life is Xbox Aug 2024
54.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

50.0

"A Short Flight with a lot of bugs. I really wanted to like Mika and the Witch’s Mountain as it’s exactly the type of game I normally enjoy, but the many bugs and weird collision detection gave me more headaches …"

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Scott Adams The Outerhaven Productions Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"Mika And The Witch’s Mountain is Kiki’s Delivery Service as a video game. You get to deliver packages and fly around. It is fun but can be frustrating."

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Seth Hay Cat with Monocle Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

45.0

Story

55.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is beautiful, relaxing, fun, and easy to jump into. At the same time, its gameplay length may not be enough for gamers looking for a long adventure. Still, it&s;s a cozy experience that will make …"

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Simone Cantini Console-Tribe Aug 2024
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

75.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a delightful fairy tale with a brief but enjoyable experience. It combines the core gameplay of Death Stranding with a world inspired by Studio Ghibli. The result is a charming delivery-based game that is …"

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Spiros Bliagkos RageQuit.GR Aug 2024
76.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

85.0

"Cozy platforming for fans of the Ghibli studio aesthetic with a clever commentary on the condition of labor."

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Uriel Rodriguez Game8 Aug 2024
86.0 /100

"Mika and The Witch’s Mountain is basically Kiki’s Delivery Service if it was a game. It captures all the charm and coziness of a Miyazaki film, paired with its simple but equally relaxing gameplay. Sure, it has some bugs and …"

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Victor Vitório GameBlast Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is an unpretentious fable about the practical and emotional value of work done for the good of a community. The message is distilled into a simple but effective form, scattered throughout every corner of the …"

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Will "FncWill" Hogeweide Rectify Gaming Aug 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

85.0

"Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is undeniably a love letter to the past, much like A Hat in Time was just a few years ago. Both games masterfully capture the essence of old-school platformers, blending that nostalgic charm with modern …"

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Zachary Holmes TheBigBois Aug 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

82.0

Gameplay

73.0

Story

78.0

"Overall, "Mika and The Witch&s;s Mountain" stands out as a delightful and heartwarming adventure, especially for those who enjoy casual, exploration-based gameplay with a touch of magic. Its early access status holds promise for more captivating content updates, making Mika&s;s …"

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