The dark fantasy realm of WITCHFIRE expands with its most significant update to date, aptly titled ‘Witch Mountain’. This new release introduces players to an expansive and intricate new region that beckons adventurers to explore its depths. Accompanied by powerful new items and an array of improvements, ‘Witch Mountain’ promises to deliver a fresh and captivating experience for players.
The standout feature of this update is unquestionably the labyrinthine level design, offering fresh challenges and gameplay mechanics to master. This new environment is packed with potential as players navigate intricate pathways while facing uniquely devised threats, requiring strategic adaptation and skill to progress.
Among the arsenal updates, a highly requested revolver has joined the ranks, providing an alternative firing style that adds a fresh layer of strategy to combat encounters. This addition represents a significant enhancement to player choice, allowing for deeper customization of gameplay to suit individual play styles.
With the most extensive batch of improvements and bug fixes released thus far, many of which emerged from community feedback, the update underlines the developers’ commitment to refining the game. These enhancements aim at smoothing out gameplay and increasing overall stability, making WITCHFIRE a more polished experience for both new and veteran players.
The Astronauts, the creative minds previously known for Painkiller and Bulletstorm, bring their expertise to this single-player, dark fantasy RPG FPS. WITCHFIRE uniquely blends elements of souls-like, extraction, and roguelite gameplay, allowing for multiple paths to triumph. In this immersive world, players engage with vast, richly-detailed biomes as they build their arsenal using unique weapons, spells, and artifacts, all while uncovering the mystery of the lost cargo.
Initially launched to Early Access on the Epic Games Store in September 2023, and more recently on Steam Early Access on September 23, 2024, WITCHFIRE has continually evolved, with direct player feedback playing a crucial role in development. The Astronauts have expressed heartfelt gratitude to early adopters, acknowledging their invaluable insights that have shaped the game.
For those yet to embark on the journey, WITCHFIRE is available now on both Steam and the Epic Games Store. A 10% discount on Steam during the Spring Sale offers a timely opportunity for curious new players to delve into the eerie wonders of this dark fantasy adventure.
