
2013 · Novel-based
The Witches
Players portray trainee witches in the magically charged hill country of Lancre, learning craft, using headology and magic, and serving the needs of local citizens. Gameplay has players balance personal advancement with collaborative crisis management: recruit allies from the Discworld cast, resolve problems ranging from sick livestock to invading elves, and keep escalating threats under control. The game supports competitive, cooperative, and solo modes and emphasizes resource management, area influence, and event resolution as players work to improve their witchly skills while sharing cups of tea.
- Players
- 1–4 best 4
- Playing time
- 90 min
- Age
- 13+
- Complexity
- 1.7 / 5
About the game
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Full stats in Ludoya- 22
- Plays logged
- 25
- Players
- 52m 5s
- Average play
- 29
- In collections
- 1
- On wishlists
6.3/10
from 10 Ludoya reviews
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