ENSCROLL

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ENSCROLL is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by InTheBox and was released on December 16, 2024. It received positive reviews from players.

Fresh out of Magic Academy with a hefty student loan, you must craft and sell magic scrolls to pay off your debt. Create spells for demanding customers and manage your growing loan payments. Will your magical skills be enough to free you from student debt?

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 345 reviews

story29 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging puzzle experience with a unique spell crafting mechanic that allows for creativity in designing scrolls.
The storytelling is charming, with interesting character arcs and quests that keep players invested in the narrative.
It's a free game that provides a cozy atmosphere, making it a great way to relax and unwind while solving puzzles.

The use of AI-generated art in some parts of the game detracts from the overall experience, as it feels inconsistent with the hand-drawn style of other assets.
Some puzzles can be overly vague or cryptic, leading to frustration when trying to decipher customer requests.
The game has limited replayability and can feel repetitive, as many spells and requests become predictable after the first playthrough.

story
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
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4%
The game's story is a central element that combines engaging character arcs and world-building, making it a compelling experience for players. While many appreciate the unique storytelling approach and the intertwining narratives of various characters, some express a desire for an endless mode or additional content after completing the main story. However, criticisms arise regarding the use of AI-generated text and art, which some feel detracts from the overall immersion and quality of the narrative.
- “This game was amazing, I got it looking for a quick way to pass the time and ended up playing for 3 hours and absolutely loved the story. I got very invested in the characters.”
- “The storytelling is very engaging and gives us a reason to continue.”
- “It's really well thought out, with intertwining storylines and clever puzzles.”
- “For a game with a story that harps on about how important memory, emotion, and creativity are, it's rather ironic that the devs chose to use so liberally a tool that stomps all over precisely those virtues.”
- “The stories and story art, however, seem generated and didn't feel particularly engaging.”
- “I feel like failure should lead the story in a new direction, rather than just shut the plotline off completely.”
gameplay
61 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
46%
5%
The gameplay is generally praised for its simplicity and engaging mechanics, allowing players to quickly learn and enjoy the core loop of combining spells and crafting scrolls. While many find the mechanics intuitive and the puzzles enjoyable, some critiques highlight a lack of depth and clarity in certain aspects, particularly regarding time mechanics and the use of AI-generated content. Overall, players appreciate the charming aesthetics and storytelling, expressing interest in potential expansions or sequels that could enhance the gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is unique and the design is beautiful.”
- “Simple but engaging gameplay, a lovely aesthetic, and some great storytelling with strong character voices.”
- “The core mechanic is solid and fun.”
- “The core gameplay loop just doesn't work; you effectively sit there and try to add the same couple of runes in different combinations until the game tells you that you did it right.”
- “We learn all the mechanics in the first 5 minutes; that's the whole game. The placement, size, and direction of the runes doesn't matter; you won't get more ink or anything else.”
- “The mechanics need adjusting, and I personally disagree with the use of AI, but the ongoing stories sent by the player's customers kept me playing.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
39%
9%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the charming art style and cozy atmosphere reminiscent of classic fairy tales. However, some criticism arises from the use of AI-generated images, which some feel detracts from the overall aesthetic and cohesion of the visuals. Overall, while the game features appealing graphics and engaging storytelling, the inconsistency in art quality has left some players disappointed.
- “I liked the artwork and the medieval feel they've created.”
- “These adventures also have beautiful artwork, the style of which reminds me of classic fairy tale drawings, very intricate and detailed!”
- “The graphics are charming, the music is pleasant, and the gameplay is smooth.”
- “I cannot recommend this game; it was fun for the little bit I played, however, they do use AI-generated images for some of the artwork in this game.”
- “It doesn't resonate with the art style of the game at all and makes it look like they just gave up the effort in the end.”
- “Despite making cool-looking backgrounds and well-designed assets for everything else, I guess they just gave up or didn't want to try at all when it came to emulating the art style they wanted.”
music
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
29%
14%
The music in the game is widely praised for its pleasant and relaxing qualities, contributing to a cozy atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. While many reviewers highlight the superb integration of music with the game's art and mechanics, some note that the soundtrack can be repetitive, with limited variety. Overall, the music is considered a strong point, complementing the engaging puzzles and charming visuals.
- “I strongly recommend this game for anyone who likes a cozy fantasy vibe with good music, and a cute owl bringing you requests!”
- “The music, art, and writing are well polished and set you up for a great evening of relaxation.”
- “The art and music are both relaxing.”
- “The game's atmosphere is great, worldbuilding is above standard, and the music isn't that bad.”
- “Kinda repetitive soundtrack: there is only one track that plays when you're 'working'.”
- “The looping is very noticeable and the song isn't very long at all.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game has limited replayability due to easily memorized spells, though it offers some value through achievements and completing each hero's story. Players express a desire for an endless mode and additional content to enhance replay potential. Overall, while there are elements that encourage replay, the current offerings may not sustain long-term interest.
- “Has some replay value in terms of achievements and completing each hero's story, but could benefit from an endless mode.”
- “The downside is that it has limited replayability, as its spells can be memorized quite easily.”
- “Has some replay value (in terms of achievements and completing each hero's story) but could do with an endless mode.”
- “I'm not sure if the developers plan to add more requests, or if I've seen all the requests, but if they did, I can see this having replay value.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its exceptional worldbuilding and aesthetics, creating a cute and cozy environment that many players find relaxing. The music complements the overall vibe, enhancing the immersive experience reminiscent of titles like Strange Horticulture.
- “The game's atmosphere is great, worldbuilding is above standard, and the music isn't that bad.”
- “This is the exact style of game I look for; it has a relaxing atmosphere and reminds me of the game Strange Horticulture.”
- “The cute, cozy atmosphere caught my attention first, and I'm so glad I gave it a chance.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted as both clever and engaging, with players appreciating the comedic elements that arise from the juxtaposition of omnipotence and mundane challenges, such as repaying loans. The humor also adds a layer of challenge, encouraging players to think creatively about their strategies.
- “It's funny, it's humorous, and it's challenging—given how we are forced to think about which combos would work.”
- “I find it funny that we are practically omnipotent but still have to pay a loan.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional aspect of the game impactful, highlighting the effective use of magic in storytelling and noting that certain narratives, particularly the herbalist's story, evoke strong feelings and can be quite heartbreaking.
- “A lot of them are such good uses for magic, and a few are kind of heartbreaking.”
- “The herbalist's story was also pretty emotional.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features an appealing art style and rich lore, all while being free to play with no in-game purchases, which users appreciate as a positive aspect of its monetization strategy.
- “Super cute art style and it has a lot of lore for a free game without any in-game purchases.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious, especially when experimenting with different combinations of complex attributes for spells, as it requires repetitive re-creation of each attribute.
- “This also presented an issue when attempting to discover new attributes, because recreating each attribute became tedious when trying different combinations for each of the spells, particularly the ones that used multiple complex attributes.”