Demo for Unapologetic Bullet Hell Shoot ’Em Up Warding Witches Now Available on Steam

Sonorode and Headup Games have launched the demo for their classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up Warding Witches on Steam. Players will get to play the entirety of stage one and part of stage two as Willa or Talia – or even both in local coop. To make sure all players can enjoy the demo, it features three difficulty options, as well as a story mode for shmup beginners and an arcade mode for veterans.

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 oWarding 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.

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Alexandra Batty
Senior Communications Manager
press@headupgames.com