Arcane Arts Academy
- February 25, 2021
- SQRT3
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Get on Apple StoreIn "Arcane Arts Academy," become Erika, a young witch starting her magical journey at a mystical college. Experience time management challenges in a captivating magical world, filled with 60 levels and artistic environments. Unearth the sinister force threatening Erika's abilities while balancing friendships, potential love, and studies. Delve into the mystery to safeguard Erika's powers and her future.
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Reviews
- The game features a heartwarming story with interesting characters and a magical setting, making it enjoyable for casual play.
- Gameplay is reminiscent of classic time management games, providing a fun and engaging experience with various challenges.
- Graphics are excellent, and the game includes achievements that encourage players to complete levels and explore the story.
- Several levels are plagued by bugs, including issues with hit boxes and character interactions, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- The story is considered generic and lacks depth, making it less memorable compared to other titles in the genre.
- There is no option to skip dialogue, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay for those who prefer focusing on the mechanics.
- story20 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally described as a comforting blend of familiar tropes, featuring a magical academy and a chosen one, reminiscent of popular fantasy narratives. While some players find the plot engaging with interesting twists, others consider it cliché and wish they could skip the cutscenes. Overall, the narrative is seen as a light-hearted complement to the gameplay, with a satisfying conclusion that leaves room for future installments.
“The story was very interesting!”
“I loved the story, music, gameplay, and characters.”
“[i]Arcane Arts Academy[/i] is a lovely game with a heartwarming story and nice, casual gameplay.”
“The story here is the most generic 'girl goes to magic academy, vague magic intrigue, chaos magic' imaginable.”
“There's a cutscene before and after each level and the story is a bit cliche but there are some twists & turns.”
“Cutscenes were pretty short and to the point so they're not that elaborate but it's enough to understand the story.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as enjoyable and reminiscent of other casual games, with a mix of time management mechanics and a heartwarming story. However, some users find it generic and wish for more innovative features, such as a deeper magic system or the ability to skip story elements. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging, it tends to follow familiar patterns seen in similar titles.
“I loved the story, music, gameplay, and characters.”
“[i]Arcane Arts Academy[/i] is a lovely game with a heartwarming story and nice, casual gameplay.”
“With its magical setting, it brings a refreshing change of scenery while keeping all the old mechanics in place.”
“The gameplay is pretty much the same as in any other gamehouse game.”
“Once again, no attempt is even made; the gameplay is incredibly generic.”
“Gameplay-wise, it is the same time management, only this game didn't include cutscene mini-games.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised as excellent, enhancing the overall experience of the game, which is further complemented by a compelling storyline.
“The graphics are excellent, and I really enjoyed the storyline.”
“The visuals are stunning and truly enhance the overall experience.”
“The art style is breathtaking, making every scene a visual delight.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Users report issues with stability, noting frequent freezes during conversations that cause character lines to skip, leading to confusion in the dialogue.
“There are frequent freezes between conversations, causing some character lines to skip, which makes it hard to understand what they are talking about.”
“The game crashes unexpectedly, disrupting the flow and making it frustrating to continue.”
“I've experienced multiple instances of lag that completely ruin the gameplay experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with players appreciating its contribution to the overall experience alongside the story, gameplay, and characters.
“I loved the story, music, gameplay, and characters.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of *Arcane Arts Academy* is highlighted by its heartwarming story, which resonates with players, complemented by its casual gameplay that enhances the overall experience.
“Arcane Arts Academy is a lovely game with a heartwarming story and nice, casual gameplay.”
