Little Witch Nobeta Demo

JRPGs have a special place in the hearts of players, and although they are appreciated by a certain niche of the gaming demographic, they make up for it in the sheer devotion the gamers have for them. The problem is that many JRPGs try to lure fans with the same basic tropes, such as fan service, over-the-top attack-effects that could make Michael Bay proud and shallow stories. While still in its beginnings, Little Witch Nobeta doesn't seem to follow any of these tropes, yet manages to look promising.

JRPGs manage to get away with gender-locked main characters more than regular RPGs because they are usually kids or teens, and you no longer look at the sex but instead see a young individual with great potential. This principle applies with Nobeta just as well, since pretty much anyone can identify with her, and besides, she's extremely cute.

The game's graphics are very well polished, and it is only when you reach the limits of the demo version that you realize that it is still a work in promise. The graphics, controls and UI designs give the title a "pseudo-AAA" feel to it, and the enemies and magical effects are beautiful, without crossing the line towards overly flashy.

As Nobeta, you control four primary elements, namely arcane, ice, fire and lighting, each with their specialization and their situations where they can shine the most. If you find the magical combat too complicated, you can always choose to beat the mobs with your stick (staff, wand, whatever you want to call it), and while it may not be as efficient, but it gets the job done. The game also has some platformer elements, as getting from point A to point B isn't just about fighting, but also solving puzzles and jumping between platforms.

The few elements that Little Witch Nobeta has showcased make it seem like a game that could make a name for itself in an overly-saturated JRPG market. It may not have the epic fight scenes of other titles, nor is it based on famous Intellectual Properties, but it manages to be unique and unforgettable in its own way.