Mabinogi

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"Mabinogi" is a free-to-play, open-world, massively multiplayer game that allows for both single-player and multiplayer experiences. Players can explore the world, build relationships, and embark on thrilling adventures, all while being part of a welcoming and active community. In this unique social game, players can live out their fantasy lives, express themselves, and form lasting connections with others.

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 40 reviews

story4 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

The game offers a unique anime-inspired art style and excellent character customization, allowing players to create their own unique avatars.
There are many diverse activities and quests available, providing a variety of gameplay experiences and opportunities for teamwork with friends and family.
The community aspect is strong, with features like the Altruist system encouraging player interaction and collaboration.

The game heavily relies on microtransactions and RNG mechanics, making progression frustrating and often requiring real money to achieve desired outcomes.
The player base has significantly dwindled, leading to a lack of active players and a feeling of emptiness in the game world.
The combat system and overall gameplay can feel outdated and tedious, with many players expressing dissatisfaction with the current state of the game.

story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The game's story is praised for its engaging quests and character development, particularly in the earlier chapters, which fostered a sense of community and adventure among players. However, many users feel that the current player base is less invested in the narrative, with a shift towards solo gameplay and grinding rather than collaborative storytelling. While the storyline remains a highlight, it seems to have lost its prominence in the overall player experience.
- “I really loved this game so much for what it was; it used to be a game where you could find friends and adventure, where you could find someone always willing to help and have fun together while enjoying an engaging story that your own character was a part of.”
- “Great storyline, great music, excellent character customization, excellent character development, decent graphics, and a very linear skill system.”
- “The storyline is decent; g19/g20 were my favorites, but hardly anyone actually plays the game.”
- “The storyline is decent, G19/G20 were my favorites, but hardly anyone actually plays the game.”
- “That's literally it, not many people really care about the story anymore or about dungeon runs or raids.”
- “After finishing the storyline quests, there's nothing really else to do but grind skills, gear, etc.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of Mabinogi to be a mixed experience; while the game offers entertaining progression and a variety of activities, it can quickly become tedious and repetitive, especially as players outlevel content. Some enjoy the grind for its satisfying rewards, but others feel it is clunky and overly challenging, detracting from casual enjoyment.
- “Even if Mabinogi has some of the most entertaining progression I've ever played, you'll outlevel the progression and it turns into a slow, tedious grind on easy mobs and artificial difficulty thrown at you to make you feel challenged.”
- “Fun and unique little game, many things to do but gets tedious quite fast.”
- “It's too overwhelmingly kawaii to take seriously, yet too tedious, clunky, and unforgiving for casual fun.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
The monetization strategy is heavily criticized for its excessive reliance on microtransactions, with many users feeling that significant content is inaccessible without spending additional money.
- “The game offers a wide range of microtransactions, which can enhance the experience.”
- “While there are many microtransactions, they provide options for players who want to customize their gameplay.”
- “The monetization model allows for a lot of content, but some aspects may feel limited without spending.”
- “There are so many microtransactions.”
- “A lot of content is just unreasonable without the microtransactions.”
- “The game feels designed to push players towards spending more money.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are generally considered decent, complemented by an anime-inspired art style that enhances the overall visual appeal. While not groundbreaking, they effectively support the game's engaging storyline and character customization features.
- “The anime-inspired art style is visually stunning and adds a unique charm to the game.”
- “The graphics are decent, complementing the great storyline and character development.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that the game evokes strong emotional responses, with some feeling insecure enough to pause their gameplay. This highlights the game's ability to deeply affect players on a personal level.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is perceived as restrictive, with many users noting that it is significantly limited in scope and variety.
- “Much of the gameplay is restricted by this.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features a compelling storyline and excellent character customization, contributing to strong character development, although it is noted that the graphics are decent and the skill system is somewhat linear.
- “Great storyline, great music, excellent character customization, and excellent character development.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The music in the game is highly praised, complementing the great storyline and enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate how it contributes to character development and immersion, making it a standout feature alongside character customization.
- “The music perfectly complements the storyline, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is fantastic and really elevates the gameplay.”
- “The combination of great music and character development makes for an unforgettable experience.”