Under The Witch | [v1.6]
The world features free-roaming elements, such as the woods, where players can discover quests and sub-quests.
(often known as Hero’s Journey on Steam) is a dark fantasy RPG and simulation game developed by NumericGazer and published by Shady Corner Games . Built on Unreal Engine 4, the game challenges players to navigate a world where they must defend their soul and physical form from powerful, seductive witches. Core Gameplay and Themes Under the Witch [v1.6]
Previous versions, such as v1.5, addressed critical issues like the "Skip fart scene" setting not functioning correctly and fixing English/Chinese dialogue for victory screens. The world features free-roaming elements, such as the
Originally released in episodes, the project has evolved into a combined experience. introduces the initial battle of magic against The Dealer, while Episode 1 follows the hero’s recovery and attempt to regain pride after their initial defeat. For those looking to dive deeper into the lore or technical support, the official Patreon and developers like NumericGazer provide the most direct updates on the game's ongoing development. Under the Witch: Beginnings - PCGamingWiki PCGW Core Gameplay and Themes Previous versions, such as v1
Players must manage skills, inventory, and items to resist the "temptations" of their foes; failure results in the permanent exploitation of the hero's body and soul.
The for Under the Witch (specifically for the Beginnings or Gothic iterations) focused primarily on expanding accessibility and refining the user experience:
A major addition was the introduction of Traditional Chinese subtitles , making the game accessible to a wider international audience.