Mika and the Witch&s;s Mountain
August 21, 2024
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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Critic Reviews (31)
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60.0
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45.0
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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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60.0
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75.0
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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 …"
Read original review"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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80.0
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65.0
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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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85.0
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80.0
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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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75.0
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65.0
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50.0
"A delivery service game lacking magic"
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65.0
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70.0
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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 …"
Read original review"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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65.0
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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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35.0
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55.0
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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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70.0
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45.0
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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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88.0
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50.0
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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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70.0
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80.0
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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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60.0
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55.0
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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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70.0
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80.0
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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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65.0
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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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75.0
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60.0
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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."
Read original review"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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75.0
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75.0
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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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60.0
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70.0
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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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70.0
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65.0
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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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30.0
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65.0
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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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60.0
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45.0
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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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65.0
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75.0
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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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80.0
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45.0
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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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65.0
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70.0
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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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80.0
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65.0
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85.0
"Cozy platforming for fans of the Ghibli studio aesthetic with a clever commentary on the condition of labor."
Read original review"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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70.0
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65.0
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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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75.0
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80.0
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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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82.0
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73.0
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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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