Life After Magic

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Life After Magic is a single player action game with romance and comedy themes. It was developed by Team Starlight and was released on March 23, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Life After Magic" is a Y2K, queer WLW visual novel focused around retired magical girls! What's a magical girl to do when the teenage years are over, and there's no more bad guys for you to fight? How about navigating lost connections? Or juggling a totally awful retail gig? Worst of all - your magical powers are fading...

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story39 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

Charming and well-written story that explores relatable themes of adulthood and friendship among former magical girls.
Beautiful pixel art and nostalgic aesthetics, combined with a catchy soundtrack, enhance the overall experience.
Offers a variety of romance and friendship routes, making it highly replayable and inclusive for LGBTQIA+ representation.

Some players found the story predictable and the character archetypes to be trope-y, lacking depth in certain areas.
The gameplay is primarily clicking through dialogue, which may not appeal to those looking for more interactive mechanics.
A few users experienced technical issues, such as crashes after updates, which affected their ability to continue playing.

story
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is widely praised for its engaging and emotionally resonant narrative, featuring relatable characters and unique storylines that explore themes of friendship, adulthood, and the magical girl genre. Players appreciate the well-paced plot, charming art style, and the variety of choices that enhance the storytelling experience, although some critiques mention moments of predictability and a desire for deeper representation. Overall, it is considered a heartwarming and enjoyable visual novel that effectively combines humor and emotional depth.
- “Life After Magic immediately caught my eye due to its Y2K visual aesthetic, but the storyline earned its worth too as you follow the lives of a retired magical girl group while they come to terms with the everyday struggle of adulthood and PTSD from their crime-fighting days.”
- “Overall, this game just checks off so many boxes for me. The story was compelling, the writing is so good, and the characters are lovable. Play this game, everyone!”
- “The story is well-written and comforting, not to mention its excellent retro pixel art.”
- “But the story is so boring.”
- “While this game definitely had a lot of effort put in and they definitely really tried to make this game really well, I just can't get over the fact that the story is just so bland and boring.”
- “I feel as though too much time was focused on the art and not enough was focused on the story.”
graphics
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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9%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and colorful pixel art style, which evokes a strong sense of nostalgia, particularly for fans of 90s magical girl anime. Reviewers appreciate the cute character designs and the retro aesthetic that complements the engaging storyline, creating a wholesome and inviting atmosphere. Overall, the visuals are described as a labor of love, enhancing the game's themes and emotional depth.
- “The art style is very pretty, the character designs are wonderful, and there is a ton of replayability.”
- “The amazing art and characterization, the 2000's aesthetic shown in the layouts and the character design, everything makes you feel nostalgic and a part of this magical world by the first few clicks.”
- “I loved the y2k aesthetic and the designs were so pretty!”
- “The artwork is cute.”
- “Idk what was happening tbh but the art style was very cute!”
- “---{ graphics }---”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its charm and nostalgic quality, perfectly complementing the pixel art and overall aesthetic. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as catchy and engaging, enhancing the emotional depth of the story and characters. Many express a desire for a standalone soundtrack, indicating the music's lasting impact beyond gameplay.
- “Beautifully nostalgic pixel art and music, a good balance between nostalgia and new in terms of gameplay, interesting characters and a good sense of humour all packed into one, gorgeously free game.”
- “The art is incredibly charming, the soundtrack is solid, and the character conflicts & growth make sense.”
- “You can really tell how much love and passion went into making life after magic--everything from the writing, to the character designs, to the music has so much heart in it!”
- “The music is a real catjammer.”
- “Really polished game with amazing pixel art, unique story, catchy music. I only have one complaint - why does Santa not exist in a world with magical girls!”
- “Not keen on visual novels, but the different characters, the various scenarios, the overall style of the game and the music has me hooked so far!”
emotional
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players expressing deep connections to the characters and their stories, often leading to tears and heartfelt moments. The balance of humor and somber themes, along with inclusive representation, creates a charming and wholesome experience that resonates with players, particularly those navigating their own emotional journeys. Overall, the game is celebrated for its engaging narrative and the emotional depth it brings to the player.
- “Really good pacing, story-wise it's a treat, and emotionally-wise, really amazing.”
- “It's a really beautiful and heartwarming story.”
- “This is actually such an amazing game with it being free and I'm serious when I say I cried playing this.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its clever blend of humor and heartfelt moments, featuring witty dialogue and relatable narratives that resonate with players. Reviewers highlight the strong character development and engaging plot, noting that the humor is both consistent and impactful, often eliciting genuine laughter. Overall, it successfully combines lightheartedness with deeper themes, making it a standout visual novel experience.
- “The game also has a nice balance between humor, heartfelt moments, and some somber appraisals of trying to make sense of yourself in adult life.”
- “It's funny, witty, relatable; it pulls at your heartstrings and makes you feel like you're being heard.”
- “The game also has a great sense of humor that made me laugh out loud several times.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a nostalgic blend of pixel art and music, offering a simple point-and-click experience that emphasizes storytelling over mechanics. While some players appreciate the engaging writing and humor, others criticize the lack of depth and poorly executed dialogue, leading to mixed feelings about the overall gameplay experience. Overall, it caters to those who enjoy narrative-driven games but may disappoint players seeking more complex mechanics.
- “Beautifully nostalgic pixel art and music, a good balance between nostalgia and new in terms of gameplay, interesting characters and a good sense of humor all packed into one, gorgeously free game.”
- “Just don't expect heavy mechanical gameplay walking in and you're in for a great time!”
- “[b]Gameplay:[/b] not too involved, simple point and click, mainly choose your journey themed (except the character's personality/background/visuals)”
- “As a visual/interactive novel, this doesn't feature any notable gameplay; it's just a lot of clicking through badly written dialogue that would never have been accepted or published in print, which poses the question, 'how did something this badly written end up on Steam?'”
- “[Gameplay]: not too involved, simple point and click, mainly choose your journey themed (except the character's personality/background/visuals).”
- “The impeccable writing, romance, and art keeps you engaged despite the lack of varying gameplay.”
character development
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the character development for its engaging designs and strong chemistry, highlighting the nostalgic 2000s aesthetic that enhances the overall experience. The art and writing reflect a deep passion, contributing to a magical atmosphere that keeps players invested in the story. Overall, the character development is considered top tier, with a blend of beautiful visuals and compelling narratives.
- “The amazing art and characterization, the 2000's aesthetic shown in the layouts and the character design, everything makes you feel nostalgic and a part of this magical world by the first few clicks.”
- “You can really tell how much love and passion went into making Life After Magic--everything from the writing, to the character designs, to the music has so much heart in it!”
- “Trust that the character development and chemistry be top tier.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on a meaningful level.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of growth in the characters; they seem to remain static throughout the game.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and their arcs are predictable, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users find grinding in visual novels and e-books to be tedious, likening it to a frustratingly slow reading experience where progress is hindered by constant clicking. Conversely, some players appreciate the grind as a means to engage more deeply with the game, expressing enthusiasm for pursuing achievements and future releases from developers.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Visual novels/e-books are tedious at best... imagine the best novel you ever read, but then translate that to a format where the words dribble out and you have to click your mouse every time you want to read the next sentence, instead of just turning the pages.”
- “I'm definitely going to be looking out for more releases from the devs at Chirashi Games and grinding for the rest of these achievements!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's extensive content and appealing art style, contributing to its high replayability. Many reviewers emphasize that the variety in character designs and gameplay elements encourages multiple playthroughs.
- “There's so much content in this game, and it seems super replayable, so check it out!”
- “The art style is very pretty, the character designs are wonderful, and there is a ton of replayability.”

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Life After Magic is a action game with romance and comedy themes.

Life After Magic is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Life After Magic was released on March 23, 2023.

Life After Magic was developed by Team Starlight.

Life After Magic has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Life After Magic is a single player game.

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