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Here is an overview of the playtest, via Critcal Reflex:

In a press release, Envar CEO Atey Ghailan expressed great pride as the studio enters a new phase with “Witchspire”. Having collaborated with industry heavyweights like Riot Games, Blizzard Entertainment, Tencent, Netflix, and Wizards of the Coast, they now get to craft their own universe in the realms of survival and adventure games. This is just the beginning for them as they strive to elevate Envar to a AA studio status, and position “Witchspire” as a unique, high-quality intellectual property. They are thrilled to unveil this project to everyone.

In this scenario, the narrative focuses on Diana and main character Hugh Williams joining forces to find an exit from a shattered lunar base following a moonquake that isolates Williams from his fellow crew members. When faced with hostile situations, Diana employs her skills to infiltrate enemy robots, causing them to temporarily malfunction and reveal vulnerable areas. In turn, Hugh capitalizes on these weak points by eliminating the enemies with his firepower.

Although the gameplay of this side-scrolling action game may appear rather conventional at first glance, SWERY reveals an intriguing twist: the game incorporates distinctive death mechanics. These mechanics serve not only to help players progress by leveling up and growing stronger, but also enable them to team up with their past incarnations during battles.

Here is an overview of the game, via Artisan Studios:

Here is an overview of the game, via Annapurna Interactive: