Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch

Developer: Primal Game Studio

Publisher: Knights Peak, MY.GAMES

Apr 17, 2025

Visual

2.5D
side scroll
3D

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
item gated
non linear

Combat

parry
stamina system
timer

Features

character creation
class system
difficulty options
equipment
leveling
multiple endings
New Game+
skill tree

Themes

fantasy
medieval

Sub-Genre

RPG
Souls-like
Metroidvania Lite

Summary

Slay your way in Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree, an epic action RPG set in a dark fantasy world. Battle monsters, master six unique Classes, craft hundreds of useful items, and explore the secrets of an expansive, interconnected world.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam Deck
- Steam
- Demo
- Epic
- GOG
Nintendo
- Switch
PlayStation
- PS5
Xbox
- Series X|S

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