Idle Wizard

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Idle Wizard is a single player role playing game. It was developed by TwoWizards and was released on January 24, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

RPG/Idle hybrid about becoming the most powerful wizard there is. Pick a class, get a pet, configure and improve your character in a miriad ways!

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,306 reviews

gameplay43 positive mentions

grinding32 negative mentions

Idle Wizard offers a lot of interesting builds and classes, providing a unique experience for players who enjoy strategy and customization.
The game has a satisfying progression system, allowing players to see their numbers grow significantly over time, which is rewarding.
It is free to play with minimal pressure to spend money, making it accessible for everyone while still providing a deep and engaging gameplay experience.

The game can feel grindy and slow, especially in the early stages, which may deter some players from fully engaging with it.
There are issues with the user interface and readability, such as a confusing font style and cluttered menus that can make navigation difficult.
Some players have reported bugs related to saving progress, which can lead to frustration and loss of hours of gameplay.

gameplay
187 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
74%
3%
The gameplay of this idle game is characterized by a mix of familiar mechanics and unique features, offering a deep and complex experience that evolves over time. While some players appreciate the variety of classes, spells, and strategies available, others find the mechanics convoluted and the early game pacing slow. Overall, the game provides a satisfying loop of progression and experimentation, though it may require active engagement to fully enjoy its depth.
- “The gameplay loop is enjoyable and the lore is interesting.”
- “An incredibly well-made idler with remarkably deep class mechanics, interesting skill combos, an RNG gear system that somehow doesn't annoy me, great visuals, and a very kind community on top of that.”
- “There's a ton of different mechanics that all work together interestingly, there's a bunch of classes to unlock and that all have unique takes on spells, there's a ton of pets that work for different strategies, tons of stuff.”
- “The mechanics present are very similar to other free-to-play idle games, without much differentiation.”
- “Gameplay lacks any serious interpretation of depth beyond the ability to consider one number is higher than any other number, and while my cats aren't capable of much beyond this, PC gamers are.”
- “Unfortunately, the interesting abilities are behind hours upon hours of nonexistent gameplay and skills.”
graphics
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
61%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique and charming art style reminiscent of '90s sci-fi aesthetics, while others find the visuals basic and lacking depth. Many highlight the artwork's ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, though some criticize it for being monotonous and not visually engaging over time. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered pleasant and functional, they may not be enough to elevate the game beyond a standard idle experience for all players.
- “For me, it's not just the fact that it's an amazing idle game with a lot of depth and content - it's the incredible and bizarre art style of the classes and pets, and the lore that feels like it's straight out of a '90s sci-fi book.”
- “The art style is very personal, and enriches the magical atmosphere the game wants to build.”
- “An incredibly well-made idler with remarkably deep class mechanics, interesting skill combos, an RNG gear system that somehow doesn't annoy me, great visuals, and a very kind community on top of that.”
- “Graphics are pretty basic, considering the bulk of the game is UI; there’s not much to it.”
- “There’s not much to the graphics.”
- “Unfortunately, this game's artwork, mostly evident in the character icons, is rather poor.”
grinding
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and time-consuming, particularly in the early stages and when managing various game elements. While some appreciate the depth and complexity of the grinding, noting that it can be rewarding with experimentation and strategy, others criticize it as hostile game design that detracts from the idle experience. Overall, players suggest that patience is essential, as significant grinding is required to progress, especially after reaching higher tiers.
- “My biggest problems with Idle Wizards are that it has a very slow start, and later on it becomes very tedious as you have to constantly manage different aspects of the game (change your class, your pet, your gear, complete challenges to be able to progress further).”
- “They make it very clear that you're required to spend hours and hours grinding out progression with the perfect item sets.”
- “It's an idle game in the loose sense that it can be played idle... but unless you want to spend weeks grinding out every major milestone after tier 2 classes, I'd honestly say just avoid it.”
monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
59%
30%
The monetization in this game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing it as overly aggressive and overpriced, while others praise it as ethical and non-intrusive. Many users note that microtransactions are optional and do not significantly impact gameplay, allowing free players to progress without spending money. Overall, the consensus leans towards a fair monetization model that supports the developers without pressuring players to spend.
- “Monetization is light and pretty ethical, and free players can get the important stuff eventually.”
- “Microtransactions don't provide a very significant advantage and can be comfortably ignored.”
- “There are microtransactions but they are optional and don't block your progress artificially.”
- “Microtransactions are horrible and extremely overpriced.”
- “Just a time waster with a disgusting monetization system.”
- “It's a transparent cash grab.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
45%
14%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its vibe and quality, describing it as catchy and fitting the game's atmosphere, while others find it repetitive and wish for more variety. Many agree that the existing track is enjoyable, but a desire for additional music options is a common theme. Overall, the music is seen as a strong point, though it could benefit from more diversity.
- “Music is a vibe.”
- “Tons of content, active developers, no information overload, lots of spells and features music that gets stuck in your head and comes bundled with a good, helpful community.”
- “Great music!”
- “The same boring song loops over and over.”
- “I do not care for the art style and the music is just an ambient loop.”
- “The music is dark and moody, and while it fits, I couldn't listen to it for too long.”
story
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
53%
18%
The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it surprisingly engaging and enjoyable, while others criticize it for lacking depth and context. While there are quests and challenges that provide some narrative elements, many reviewers feel that the overall plot is minimal and does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience. Ultimately, the story serves more as a backdrop to the mechanics rather than a driving force, leaving players divided on its value.
- “For all of you that also want a story of sorts, this has a surprisingly good one.”
- “It's got a fun story worth the time.”
- “Very interesting game presents a lot of challenges and plot twists.”
- “There isn’t a plot worth mentioning.”
- “There's not really any context or story to speak of; I have basically no idea what unlocks half the upgrades because a lot of them just randomly show up on my list to buy part-way through my runs; the system is daunting as hell for newcomers but too shallow to provide any difficulty or meaning in deciphering it.”
- “Not a whole lot to say about it, it's a cute time sink that is as active or passive as you prefer and which lacks any real story elements or plot to progress through.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The game's atmosphere is described as enchanting and immersive, blending magical and gothic elements with a unique art style that enhances the overall experience. While some players note a sci-fi focus that detracts from the wizard theme, many appreciate the haunting and mystical qualities, complemented by fitting music and detailed artwork. Overall, the atmosphere is praised for its depth and charm, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “The art style is very personal, and enriches the magical atmosphere the game wants to build.”
- “This game has great art, a fantastic atmosphere, a lot of flavor, and constantly unfolding game systems with clearly defined goals and milestones.”
- “A really fun idler with a haunting and mystical atmosphere that I greatly enjoy.”
- “On a lighter note, my other complaint is that for being a 'wizard game,' this sure focuses a lot on a more 'sci-fi' atmosphere.”
- “Idle wizard employs an enchanting atmosphere, though it lacks depth compared to other games in the idle genre.”
- “Fun little idle clicker game with a gloomy, magic-y atmosphere.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its clever simplicity and whimsical atmosphere, likening the experience to that of a wizard in a tower. Players find it genuinely funny, with moments that elicit laughter, and appreciate the supportive wiki for additional guidance. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with engaging gameplay.
- “This game is hilarious because it's such simple gameplay that still somehow makes you feel like an actual wizard locked away in his tower doing wizard things.”
- “Imagine a venture capitalist without the awful humor and unrewarding progression, and a smidgen of spooky goth atmosphere.”
- “And some of those made me laugh.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game offers strong replayability due to its engaging RPG/idler mechanics, extensive content, and effective reset mechanics, allowing players to enjoy a long-lasting experience without ads. While it features a fair approach to premium currency, some users note that it can still lean towards pay-to-win elements common in the genre. Overall, players appreciate the grind and prestige system that enhances replay value.
- “Super intriguing mashup of RPG/idler mechanics, huge amount of content, good replayability, deep mechanics, and a fair approach to premium currency mechanics that often devolve into pay-to-win in this genre.”
- “Good replayability and reset mechanic.”
- “No ads, and a very long replay value, for free.”
- “The game lacks variety, making it hard to find motivation for replaying.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive after the first playthrough, diminishing its replay value.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game offers a highly complex environment with significant potential for optimization, supported by an engaged developer and community. Players report smooth performance with minimal system impact, making it accessible for various setups.
- “Incredibly complex, with a lot of room for optimization, and the devs and community are amazing.”
- “Mathematical optimization puzzle.”
- “The game runs smoothly in terms of fps, and it's only a small drain on your system.”
- “The optimization mechanics feel more like a mathematical puzzle than an engaging gameplay element.”
- “The game seems to rely on repetitive optimization tasks that quickly become tedious and uninspired.”
- “The optimization system is convoluted and often leads to frustration rather than strategic depth.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the game is generally criticized, with users reporting significant bugs that can lead to freezing and crashes, particularly when certain conditions are met, such as power fluctuations or excessive in-game resources. While some players find the experience enjoyable, the overall consensus highlights a need for improvements in stability to prevent frustrating interruptions.
- “Horribly buggy and very obtuse.”
- “I use my desktop to host a few apps and stuff and it needs to stay on 24/7, but there's a little issue that I can't be bothered fixing that freezes my rig if it is screen-locked and the power fluctuates even a bit.”
- “I broke this game by just playing it and getting too much mana through offline working. When I try to load it up, it tells me I earned 8.68e651485 mana, which seems to be too much because the game freezes and refuses to function.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the emotional experience of the game to be both wholesome and rewarding, highlighting a sense of community and personal growth. However, it also presents a stark contrast for those seeking a conventional, carefree life, suggesting that engaging with the game may lead to deeper, more complex emotional challenges.
- “Being part of this ever-developing game has so far been a wholesome and rewarding experience.”
- “If you can, if you want a normal, happy life, with friends and sun touching your skin every now and then, run, turn away now and run for your (social) life.”