Camp W

This is honestly such an all-around high quality game it's scandalous that it's free now and has still gotten this little attention. Not that I'm so much better - I got a review copy years ago and never prioritised it for some reason. Basically I loaded the title/menu and immediately thought I should have checked this one out sooner. It struck me as really well designed right from the start. The art is lovely, and there are a few nice effects bringing some more life into it, like the 2.5D effect in the intro or the sparkling of the lake water in the sun. You can choose between a boyish and a girlish looking character, but the choice doesn't affect the story and you'll be referred to with they/them pronouns - maybe they just didn't want to bother with the extra coding, but I'm not complaining :D It took me a bit to notice that the name tags in dialogues, looking like wooden signs, were customised with colours, shapes and symbols for each individual NPC - a nice touch and great help for remembering who is who. The music switched around with the atmosphere and surroundings, between idyllic and eerie Halloween-ish, very cool. I really enjoyed the writing, too. Skilful even with r…

Camp W is a narrative-driven adventure game created and published by Psyop that blends visual novel storytelling with light exploration and choice-based gameplay. The game centers on a whimsical premise in which a young witch accidentally ends up attending a human summer camp and must navigate the experience while keeping their magical identity hidden. Set in a colorful campground filled with quirky characters and mysterious events, the game combines elements of slice-of-life storytelling with light fantasy and coming-of-age themes. Rather than focusing on action or complex mechanics, Camp W emphasizes character relationships, personal growth, and the quiet magic of summer friendships. The player begins the story as a young witch who has unexpectedly crossed into the human world. With no easy way to return home, the protagonist ends up enrolling in a nearby summer camp while attempting to blend in with the human campers. Players can choose between two different protagonists—Liliandra or Lysander—each offering slightly different perspectives on the events that unfold. While the overall storyline remains consistent, the chosen character influences certain dialogue options and intera…

I don't think I've ever played a visual novel for kids before, you don't really see this sort of thing which is novel

10/10. I loved everything about this novel. The art was gorgeous, the music sounded great and fit the scenes, the writing was excellent, and the characters and story were perfect.

if you liked psychonauts, you'll probably like this as well. very underrated.

Игра 'Camp W' - это глоток свежего воздуха в жанре визуальных новелл с уклоном в симуляторы. Ты играешь за вожатого летнего лагеря, и твоя задача - не только следить за детьми, но и налаживать с ними отношения. Графика простая, но приятная, а персонажи, хоть и стереотипные, быстро становятся родными. Сюжет развивается неспешно, позволяя погрузиться в атмосферу летнего отдыха и наивных детских проблем. Основной геймплей заключается в принятии решений, которые влияют на дальнейший ход событий и отношения с персонажами. Есть несколько концовок, что добавляет реиграбельности. Лично мне понравился юмор, он ненавязчивый и уместный, часто вызывает улыбку. Не ждите от игры глубокого философского подтекста, это скорее расслабляющая история о дружбе, взрослении и летних приключениях. Единственным минусом может показаться излишняя линейность в некоторых моментах, но в целом, 'Camp W' оставляет приятное впечатление и дарит положительные эмоции. Рекомендую всем, кто ищет несложную и душевную игру для отдыха.