Today’s Spotlight is Wildfire, a 2D stealth platformer by Sneaky Bastards and Humble Games.

The game is set in a fantasy world where magic has nearly disappeared, and the populace are extremely superstitious about those who wield it. You have been branded a witch by the forces of the Arch Duchess, who now relentlessly hunt for you.

Master the elemental powers of earth, fire, and water to avoid enemies and cause havoc. Your powers can manipulate the environment in devastating ways, like flames spreading through buildings, or ice being used to trap enemies in bodies of water. Wildfire also includes co-op via split screen and Steam Remote Play.

You can find the launch trailer below.

Wildfire is available on Windows PC (via GOG, the Humble Store, and Steam) for $14.99.

You can find a rundown of the game (via Steam) below:

Master the elements in this stealth game where everything burns. Use your elemental powers to start fires, freeze water, and move earth as you outsmart superstitious enemies in this mischievous 2D stealth game. Take back your home and rescue captive villagers along the way; manipulating the environment to help you and harm your foes.

Story
In a world where magic has all but died out, you’ve been branded a witch by villainous forces who fear your elemental power. Outsmart the superstitious armies of the Arch Duchess as they hunt you through lush forests, deep caverns, and over frozen mountaintops. Find and free your fellow villagers from captivity, then lead them to safety to reclaim your home.

Key Features

• Manipulate Your Environment. Use fireballs to set the world ablaze, freeze water to cross impassable lakes or trap your enemies in ice, and move earth itself to grow grass to hide in or vines to climb.
• Master the Elements. You’ll learn new abilities as your connection to the elements grow, but beware; fire will spread and consume everything in its path – including you!
• Outsmart Your Enemies. Use the environment to your advantage as you evade and engage the Arch Duchess’ forces, intelligent enemies that work together to hunt you down.
• Burn the World…With a Friend. Play solo or have a friend join you, wielding your elemental powers in tandem, creating new ways through Wildfire’s dense, systemic environment.

Please Note: At least 1 gamepad is required to play co-op.

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