Arcane Arts Academy

About

Arcane Arts Academy is a single player casual management game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by SQRT3 and was released on February 25, 2021. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 397 reviews

story52 positive mentions

monetization39 negative mentions

The game features an interesting storyline and captivating characters, making it enjoyable for players.
Many players appreciate the challenging levels that require strategic thinking and timing to achieve high scores.
The graphics and magical theme are well-received, adding to the overall charm of the game.

Players are frustrated by the requirement to pay after level 8, which feels misleading given the initial presentation of the game as free.
There are numerous bugs reported, particularly with key characters not appearing as needed to complete objectives, leading to a frustrating experience.
The game has been criticized for its laggy controls and issues with ads, which detract from the overall gameplay experience.

story
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
28%
4%
The game's story has received widespread praise for its captivating and whimsical narrative, with many players expressing excitement for potential sequels. While the storyline is generally well-received, some users noted issues with gameplay interruptions and the need for in-game purchases, which detracted from their overall experience. Overall, the combination of engaging characters, magical elements, and plot twists contributes to a strong narrative that keeps players invested.
- “I love the story!”
- “The story was really interesting and I loved the details of the different magical objects on each level.”
- “I absolutely love these games.. great job and the storyline is awesome.”
- “Gamehouse launched some games before where you could have continued to play the levels by watching ads, but unfortunately this doesn't apply to this game as well, which disappointed me because I got really caught up in the story.”
- “I like the magic school aspect a lot, but the story is following the fantasy trope of not telling people what's happening so that their actions cause trouble.”
- “In my personal opinion, the storyline didn't keep me hooked like others, but the ending was good.”
monetization
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
95%
The monetization model of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the lack of an option to watch ads to continue playing beyond level 8, as they expected based on other titles from the developer. While some appreciate the ability to play for free with ads, others are disappointed by the requirement to pay for a subscription or in-app purchases to progress further. Overall, players desire more flexibility in monetization, such as the option to watch ads instead of paying, to enhance their gaming experience.
- “It's free with ads, so ignore those who claim otherwise.”
- “Very disappointed to know I have to pay to continue in the game. You show ads after every level, which we comply with because we love your games, so why not give us a way to play the whole level freely as a thank you gift?”
- “Although this game is listed as free with in-game purchases, you can't actually play beyond level 8 without the monthly membership.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
17%
25%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their beauty and quality, with many players highlighting the animations and character designs as standout features. However, some users noted that the graphics can be simplistic and criticized the game's pricing model after a limited number of levels. Despite these concerns, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's appeal, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Thank you for giving hope to players who have been dying for time management games. This game's graphics and animations are like no other and could not have been released at a more perfect time when most of us are in lockdown and need some quality entertainment.”
- “It's very easy to play and the graphics are amazing!”
- “Excellent storyline, fun and challenging levels, and beautiful graphics!”
- “Controls are sluggish and the graphics are simplistic.”
- “Love the graphics, but I do not like that after we play eight levels, we have to pay $9.99 for the full game; that is stupid.”
- “The graphics, the characters, and the story... I love them, but it has come to a level that you need to purchase, and it's a very expensive price for a game.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs and glitches, particularly after level 30. Players have experienced freezing, sound issues, and unresponsive tasks that hinder progress, making it difficult to complete certain levels. Overall, while the game has potential, its stability problems detract from the overall experience.
- “I love all GameHouse games and buy them all, but this one is buggy and I can't pass level 32 because the game isn't doing what it's supposed to do. The task part, Siren does not return, and I've tried adjusting difficulties and refusing her the first time; nothing's working.”
- “After level 30-31, the sound stops playing and it becomes very buggy.”
- “One criticism is that it freezes on some levels.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
Overall, the gameplay is well-received, with players enjoying the mechanics, characters, and storyline, reminiscent of other popular titles like Primrose Lake. However, some users find the frequent restore notifications disruptive to the experience. The animation and fun gameplay elements contribute positively to the overall enjoyment.
- “Really liked the characters, interesting story, and fun gameplay.”
- “Loved the animation, gameplay, and storyline!”
- “Fantastic story and gameplay, like usual from Gamehouse games.”
- “There is just this annoying restore notification that keeps popping up every minute in the middle of the gameplay.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game, finding it refreshing and challenging compared to previous entries that felt slower and more tedious.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I find the grind to be a chore rather than a challenge, which really dampens the overall experience.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress is overwhelming and detracts from the enjoyment of the game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the music in the game, often finding it enjoyable, but express frustration over the issue of the music turning off after watching ads, requiring a game restart to reactivate it. Overall, while the music enhances the experience, technical glitches detract from it.
- “My main complaint is that the music turns off after viewing the ads and can't be turned back on unless I restart the game.”
- “I actually enjoyed the music more than the game itself, but it's not a bad game to waste time with.”

Skip Game Offers

Buy Arcane Arts Academy

Skip Videos

Videos

Skip Games Like Arcane Arts Academy

80%3.5kreviews

Amber's Airline - 7 Wonders

Casual Management

76%1kreviews

Welcome to Primrose Lake

2020

Casual Management

80%8.5kreviews

Amber's Airline - High Hopes

Casual Management

82%4.9kreviews

Heart's Medicine Hospital Heat

2017

Casual Management

81%1.1kreviews

Parker & Lane Criminal Justice

Casual Management

More games like Arcane Arts Academy

Skip FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Arcane Arts Academy is a casual management game with fantasy theme.

Arcane Arts Academy is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

Arcane Arts Academy was released on February 25, 2021.

Arcane Arts Academy was developed by SQRT3.

Arcane Arts Academy has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Arcane Arts Academy is a single player game.

Similar games include Amber's Airline - 7 Wonders, Welcome to Primrose Lake, Amber's Airline - High Hopes, Heart's Medicine Hospital Heat, Parker & Lane Criminal Justice and others.

Arcane Arts Academy

Platforms

About

Buy Arcane Arts Academy