Wizard with a Gun is an enchanting isometric RPG that offers a delightful action-adventure experience both in solo play and as a group. Set in a magical wilderness brimming with loot, enemies, and arcane mysteries, this game manages to transcend the typical dungeon crawler genre with its unique features and vibrant world.
While it may appear as your average top-down isometric platformer, Wizard with a Gun goes beyond expectations. Embarking on quests to discover the source of magic, repair ancient artifacts, and ultimately acquire the promised gun evokes a child-like joy. The intricate weapons, captivating structures, and vivid colors contribute to a visually stunning experience. However, what truly sets it apart is the introduction of The First Edition.
The First Edition, a mysterious book likely the first of its kind, serves as a gateway to the secrets of this peculiar world. By utilizing its scanning ability on objects, players can build a magical encyclopedia, unraveling the enigmatic lore and crafting new recipes. Scanning everything from the enigmatic gunslinger, Hilda, to the steampunk research mechana and even a smiling turnip, adds depth and immersion to the gameplay.
This evokes fond memories of exploration in Subnautica, where scanning fish, corals, and rocks enriched the world-building experience. Similarly, The First Edition in Wizard with a Gun offers players the opportunity to piece together the puzzle of the ruins, understanding the world’s downfall and the steps necessary to restore it.
At first glance, Wizard with a Gun’s top-down perspective and 2D models may remind players of isometric RPGs like Don’t Starve or Hades, providing a comprehensive view of the action and puzzles that lie ahead. However, the game boasts its own vibrant art style, captivating players with its cartoonish animations that could easily grace screensavers. While some areas may be a tad too dark, occasionally leading to stumbling into walls or bookcases, the ruined steampunk settings offer an array of visually appealing sights, such as towering piles of old books or moss-covered ancient ruins.
The meticulously crafted items in the game are a visual treat in their own right. Each weapon and item is exquisitely drawn, boasting unique details, marks, and trappings. From the heavy blue furniture gun that shoots out crafting tables to the magic revolver that fires blazing red bullets brimming with arcane energy, the attention to detail is impressive. Alongside these weapons, vibrant red fruits, glowing elixirs, and other fantastical items enhance the journey, making it both easier and more delightful.
Even in its early demo phase, Wizard with a Gun shines with its polished animations, seamless level progression, and well-balanced enemies. The game promises to deliver an immersive and captivating experience for RPG enthusiasts and those seeking a touch of magic in their gaming adventures.
