From Press Release:
Düren, Germany – October 10th 2025 — Headup and Sonorode are announcing their publishing partnership for Warding Witches today, an unapologetic Shoot ‘Em Up with a unique witchy premise, a fresh approach to defense abilities, a gameplay loop that keeps you wanting to try again, and an electrifying soundtrack.
Warding Witches delivers a fast-paced, classic bullet hell experience where players must balance attacking, dodging, and defending against relentless waves of enemies. With unique witches to choose from, an elegant defense system, and a seamless scoring mechanic that rewards varied playstyles, the game offers both accessibility for newcomers and depth for seasoned genre fans.
Key Features of Warding Witches include:
- Classic Bullet Hell, Modern Flow – Tight, responsive controls and intuitive mechanics make dodging, shielding, and attacking seamless
- Warding, Not Bombing – Instead of bombs, conjure powerful shields and other defensive workings depending on your playstyle
- Modern Scoring – Master risk-reward mechanics to build your bonus meter and alter your powers and survivability by scoring well
- Handcrafted Pixel Art & Spellbinding Music – Jam out to gorgeous pixel visuals and an electrifying fantasy soundtrack by Sonorode
- Unlockable Extras – Discover beautifully illustrated artwork and deep lore in extra modes as you progress.
