Arcane Arts Academy

About

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 Play through the game's story or campaign solo

93%

Audience ScoreBased on 42 reviews

story19 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a heartwarming story with interesting characters and engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable for casual play.
Graphics are excellent, and the game provides a comforting experience reminiscent of other popular GameHouse titles.
The game offers a variety of achievements and challenges, encouraging players to replay levels for a sense of accomplishment.

Many 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 cutscenes or dialogue, which can disrupt the flow of gameplay for those who prefer focusing on the mechanics.

story
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
48%
7%
The story in the game is generally described as a comforting and familiar experience, often likened to a "Harry Potter-type" narrative featuring magic and a school for magical kids, though some find it cliché and generic. While the cutscenes are brief and straightforward, they effectively convey the plot, which includes some twists and a heartwarming conclusion that leaves players eager for a sequel. Overall, the blend of story and gameplay is appreciated, with many players enjoying the light-hearted tone and character development.
- “The story was very interesting!”
- “I loved the story, music, gameplay, and characters.”
- “Personally, I am already intrigued how the story will be continued and I am looking forward to the next installment of this game.”
- “The story here is the most generic 'girl goes to magic academy, vague magic intrigue, chaos magic' imaginable.”
- “Basically a Harry Potter-type story with magic, a school for magical kids, a chosen one, etc. The game plays like a mobile game where you serve items to customers and every 5 or so levels the map changes.”
- “Cutscenes were pretty short and to the point, so they're not that elaborate but it's enough to understand the story.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
45%
15%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and casual, reminiscent of other Gamehouse titles, but often criticized for being generic and lacking innovation. While some players appreciate the blend of story and gameplay, others express a desire for more diverse mechanics and the option to skip narrative elements. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable but could benefit from more challenging and unique features.
- “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.”
- “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.”
- “The gameplay is pretty much the same as in any other Gamehouse game.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are consistently praised as excellent, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- “The graphics are excellent, and I really enjoyed the storyline.”
- “The graphics are excellent, and I really enjoyed the storyline.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Users report frequent freezes during conversations, leading to skipped dialogue and confusion about the storyline. This instability significantly detracts from the overall gaming experience.
- “There are frequent freezes between conversations, causing some of the characters' lines to skip, which makes it difficult to understand what they are talking about.”
- “The game often experiences freezes during dialogue, leading to skipped lines and confusion about the storyline.”
- “I encountered several instances of freezing during conversations, resulting in missed dialogue and a frustrating experience.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received high praise from users, who appreciate its contribution to the overall experience alongside the story, gameplay, and characters.
- “I loved the story, music, gameplay, and characters.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find "Arcane Arts Academy" to be an emotionally engaging experience, highlighted by its heartwarming story and casual gameplay that fosters a sense of comfort and connection.
- “Arcane Arts Academy is a lovely game with a heartwarming story and nice, casual gameplay.”