The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood

When I first loaded up The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, I wasn't quite sure what to expect. As someone who loves narrative-driven games, the mysterious trailers certainly piqued my interest. Now having spent over 15 hours unraveling the game's complex web of characters and choices, I can confidently say it delivers a spellbinding experience unlike anything I've played before.

The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood revolves around Fortuna, a witch exiled on an asteroid, and her pact with a forbidden creature to regain her freedom and reconnect with her coven. What follows is a tarot-inspired tale spanning decades, dimensions, and the lives of countless witches.

Navigating the Cosmic Web

At its core, The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood is about discovery – peeling back the layers of intricately-crafted characters through dialogue, relationships, and the titular cosmic wheel used for divination rituals.

The heart of the experience lies in using the arcane cards you craft to pierce the pasts and futures of those you meet. Every reading is a tantalizing glimpse into a decision yet made or a path untraveled. I was constantly agonizing over what questions to ask, desperately curious if I had made the right call. As someone who obsessed over Oxenfree's choices, The Cosmic Wheel had me on the edge of my seat.

Bewitching Style

Like an episodic TV series, the narrative jumps between perspectives and across time periods to slowly unfurl an ambitious, politically-charged plot. It balances quiet, introspective scenes focused on individual characters with high-stakes moments that had me furiously taking notes trying to keep up. A couple of times I was genuinely surprised when seemingly unconnected threads snapped together in clever ways.

From the vivid pixel art visuals to the evocative original soundtrack, everything is crafted with meticulous care and personality. The hand-drawn aesthetic perfectly captures the magical, occult nature of the world and characters.

I frequently found myself admiring little details like the animations when inspecting objects or the unique designs of each witch. It feels like every aspect of The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood was thoughtfully considered to pull you into its captivating experience.

Bringing It All Together

What truly impressed me is how cohesively all the elements of The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood blend together. The striking pixel art visuals, enchanting original soundtrack, and intuitive UI result in a slick, polished experience.

I found myself getting lost in the world during long play sessions, thanks in part to the comfy chill vibe the audio and visuals exude. Traversing the hand-crafted locales while that catchy fingerspit-composed soundtrack plays makes even mundane moments enjoyable.

It reminded me of another favorite Night in the Woods, where the presentation intricately complements the writing and gameplay to deliver an unforgettable experience. Everything in The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood just clicks together into a thoughtful, soulful adventure.

Pros

• Branching time-hopping narrative full of surprises
• Crafting unique tarot cards to influence characters
• Diverse cast and themes of identity and community

Cons

• Story structure can be disorienting at times
• Some endings feel undeveloped