Mika and The Witch’s Mountain Switch Review

Mika and The Witch’s Mountain Switch Review – Another witch on the Switch

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be a witch who swaps spellbooks for stamps, then Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is the game for you—because even witches know the real magic is getting a package delivered on time!

Mika and the Witch’s Mountain follows the titular Mika in this serene game about an aspiring witch who, while attending a school for witches, is thrown off a mountain by her “wonderful” tutor and must make her way back up to the summit. However, the fall has damaged her magic broom, so the young witch must find a job to buy a new one. Conveniently, the local post office is hiring—because even in a world full of spells, someone’s got to handle the mail.

After a quick tutorial on broom-flying, the game wastes no time in sending you on a long-distance delivery before you’ve had a chance to get your bearings. But don’t worry—there’s no timer, so you can take your time exploring the island and familiarising yourself with the landscape before diving into the postal life.

Once Mika crash-lands, her first stop is a young girl named Allegra, who suggests that getting a job might be the quickest way to replace her broken broomstick. Throughout the game, you’ll return to Allegra for upgrades that let you fly faster, higher, and carry more packages. However, the final upgrade arrives somewhat late in the game—just as you’ve completed most of your deliveries. Still, it’s useful for reaching previously inaccessible areas, adding a bit more exploration to your journey.

“Flying around on the broomstick is fun, even if it feels a bit slippery at times.”

Mika receives a delivery card from her new boss and creates her own personal delivery card to track her progress. Initially, customer ratings on these cards determine her payments. Eventually, she only uses her personal ratings card, making the customer ratings system—represented by smiley-face traffic signals—somewhat redundant, especially since she stops receiving payments after a while.

Ratings are based on the condition of the item when it’s delivered, with the main risks being water or damage from knocking items about. Each item has a heart health meter, and if it runs out, you’re likely to earn a red rating. However, the game is forgiving—completely wreck an item, and you can simply press B to respawn it at its starting point for a second chance. So, there’s no real penalty for mishandling deliveries, just a bit of inconvenience.

You’ll spend most of your time delivering packages for the quirky residents of Mont Gaun, with a handy map to help you navigate the island. Flying around on the broomstick is fun, even if it feels a bit slippery at times. But that’s part of the challenge—learning to steer without smashing your deliveries. You’ll also get a boost upgrade later on, though it’s a bit random when it’s available, and it only gives you a lift, not a speed boost. Wind currents are another major factor, helping Mika glide faster or reach higher ground.

For an extra challenge (and to extend the 4 hour playing time), you can collect various items while flying about, such as Napopo figurines which are hidden throughout the island. With these, Mika can exchange them at the Offering Fountain for extra outfits and keyring charms for her bag. Additionally, you’ll find large Simiente jars across the island—crash into them from above, and you’ll earn a tarot card. There are also broom trails to discover, giving your broom some flair as it flies, as well as telescopes dotted about, though I never figured out their purpose beyond stargazing.

Mika and The Witch’s Mountain Switch Review Summary:

With its cute cartoon style and bright, The Wind Waker-inspired setting, Mika and the Witch’s Mountain is a brief and straightforward game that’s light on challenge but heavy on charm, offering a relaxing pace for those who just want to enjoy the ride.