Platforms
- PCSep 5, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics3.6194 Players
- PlayStation 5Sep 8, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics5.5116 Players
- Xbox Series X|SSep 8, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- PlayStation 4Dec 31, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Xbox OneDec 31, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- Nintendo SwitchDec 31, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
11 critic reviews · 0 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Overall, if you want an old cartoon-style game that can give you quality platforming, stick to Cuphead, Enchanted Portals may look the part but it isn’t the part where it counts and it’s real use is to showcase to sceptics what makes its inspiration so good.
Carlos Santuana · Oct 11, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - Enchanted Portals is an absolute mess, plain and simple. Every part of its gameplay is either way too random, broken, or broken in how random it is. It’s an insult to Cuphead and the other run-and-gun platformers it takes inspiration from, with awkward controls and unbelievably cheap difficulty. And it’s not like even a few patches down the line could help things much, since the level design would still be as dull as dishwater. Even the graphics and a couple of neat bosses can’t even begin to help salvage this wreck. Brief as it is, it’s still a travesty that doesn’t even deserve a clever closing line for its review.
Kyle LeClair · Sep 22, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review - Enchanted Portals is a soulless, disappointing attempt at capturing the magic and ingenuity that filled Cuphead to the brim. Its bland gameplay, frustrating controls, and erratic difficulty spikes (for all the wrong reasons) don’t hold a candle to the mostly pleasant visual elements on display here. The time investment and colossal patience it expects of its players has no worthwhile payoff or associated sense of achievement, and many will likely see no reason to push on beyond the first boss encounter.
Community Guest Writer · Sep 15, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Enchanted Portals looks delightful, with 2D animation reminiscent of childhood cartoon favorites, but its monotonous gameplay and artificial difficulty make for a hollow gaming experience that’s frustrating in all the wrong ways.
Joey Rambles · Sep 06, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Pick up Enchanted Portals and you’ll find that you can have some fun with it, especially if you get a friend in tow and play in co-op. But while it sports an attractive art style and a listenable soundtrack, the gameplay will frustrate you from time to time, and you’re likely to find its run ‘n’ gun stages a tad too repetitive. Throw in difficulty spikes, disjointed boss transitions and a lack of sound effects, and you have a game that’s ultimately a stylish disappointment.
Richard Seagrave · Sep 05, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Enchanted Portals falls far from its influences due to its poor execution. The controls are not tight enough for a precision-based shooter and the bosses lose momentum due to the transition between stages. There’s some creativity with the design and it does achieve the 30s cartoon aesthetic, however, gameplay issues hinder the overall experience.
Jaz Sagoo · Sep 05, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Enchanted Portals has some superficial features that make you raise your eyebrows but what really counts; what's there under the surface, it doesn't measure up at all. It's very rare that I search for information or read other people's impressions about a game I'm going to review, but I was curious to see who was behind the game.
Conny Andersson · Sep 13, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Enchanted Portals takes the foundations of a familiar game in both style and substance, yet fails to provide a compelling experience in either regard. There's clear effort being put into this game in terms of the art and animation, yet the gameplay feels far more unpolished than appearances would have you believe. Random level designs and frustrating enemy placement leads to a game that irritated far more than I would have hoped, with a good amount of my losses not feeling close to my fault.
JOE RICHARDS · Sep 14, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Enchanted Portals copies almost everything about Cuphead, except for the precision of its mechanics, the tightness of its design and the enjoyment gleaned by mastering it. All the good bits really…
Kieran Stockton · Sep 05, 2023 Reviewed on PS5Read full review - Un juego plagado de errores, con mucha repetición y poca claridad en su planteamiento, factores que frustrarán a los jugadores por igual, ya sean expertos o novatos, el resultado será el mismo. Aquí lo que realmente te permitirá avanzar será la insistencia y no tus habilidades como jugador.
Generacion Xbox · Sep 25, 2023 Reviewed on Series X|SRead full review
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About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Get ready for an adventure like no other as rookie magicians Bobby and Penny find themselves stuck between dimensions. As they journey through a variety of enchanting worlds, it’s up to you to help them fight their way back to their own dimension and reclaim the Magic Book.
With catchy music, charming old-timey art, and non-stop comedy, Enchanted Portals is a co-op 2D platformer that will keep you on your toes. Whether you’re playing solo or with a friend, the magic never stops and the action is always fast-paced and whimsical. Join Bobby and Penny on their quest and see where the adventure takes you!
* CO-OP and SOLO modes.
* A collection of challenging PLATFORM STAGES, set in a variety of worlds across dimensions.
* Thrilling BOSS BATTLES: each featuring a colorful unique setting and multiple different phases to go through.
* A powerful arsenal of SPELLS and MOVES: fire, ice and wind ready to use from the very beginning, a handy double-jump for extra air control, a magic bubble that blocks any attack, and the ability to fly with your broom and swim underwater.
* Players can be affected by a variety of STATUS EFFECTS: jump restriction, inability to attack… all of which will pose an extra challenge and spice up the gameplay.
Developer: Xixo Games Studio