MageQuit
- October 10, 2019
- Bowlcut Studios
- 130h median play time
"MageQuit" is a sport game that supports up to 10 players, either locally or online, with crossplay. It features 70 different spells, customizable bots, and various game modes including teams, free for all, and 1v1. Players can draft spells, curve spells, and participate in official monthly tournaments with rewards. The game is known for its splendid gameplay and plenty of humor.
Reviews
- Unique spell drafting system keeps gameplay fresh and encourages strategic thinking.
- Great for local multiplayer with up to 10 players, making it a fun party game.
- Active developer support and community engagement enhance the overall experience.
- Controls can be clunky and are better suited for controllers than mouse and keyboard.
- Online matchmaking often includes bots, leading to a less engaging experience.
- Some players report issues with game crashes and bugs that affect gameplay.
- gameplay60 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its fun, intuitive mechanics and competitive balance, featuring a unique spell drafting system that enhances strategy and keeps matches fresh. While many players enjoy the depth and variety of spells, some find the controls daunting for newcomers, and there are critiques regarding pacing and map design. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of accessibility and complexity, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
“Great balancing and fun gameplay.”
“The gameplay is a perfect mix of easy to learn for beginners and constant masterful use of spells and combinations.”
“The interesting combinations of spells help keep things feeling fresh, while the maps and mechanics are really fun to toy with.”
“Refunded the game after less than 10 minutes of gameplay.”
“Slow gameplay.”
“However, the mechanics and controls can be daunting to new players due to the complexity of the game.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are described as nostalgic and distinct, with a unique art style that many players find appealing and colorful. While some users criticize the graphics as outdated or mid-tier for modern standards, others appreciate the engaging visuals and animations that enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, despite some technical performance issues.
“Graphics are nostalgic and distinct in their own right.”
“Very fun group game with colorful and engaging graphics.”
“The latest graphics update has really brought out the personality in the game.”
“Graphics are honestly just not excusable for 2022 or even 5 years ago to be honest.”
“Controls, menus, UI, graphics, and the studio logo are terrible... but it's fun to play with your friends.”
“The game is rather computationally/graphically intensive (it tends to grind other stuff on my computer to a halt and can be laggy occasionally), so make sure to check the specs before buying.”
- humor17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting the hilarious spell combinations, quirky physics, and amusing character interactions, such as the growing beards. The game is described as a fun and chaotic party experience that consistently delivers unexpected and laugh-out-loud moments, making it a favorite for both casual and competitive play. Overall, the comedic elements significantly enhance the enjoyment and replayability of the game.
“Such a fun game, some of the combos and ability interactions are hilarious.”
“There really is no end to the number of wacky and hilarious moments that can happen in this game, and just when I think I've seen everything, I'll discover something new.”
“This game is a hilarious party game; can't recommend it enough.”
- music8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy, charming, and well-integrated with the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Players appreciate the soundtrack's longevity and appeal, often describing it as a "bop" that remains enjoyable even after many hours of play. Additionally, the sound effects complement the music effectively, contributing to a cohesive and immersive atmosphere.
“The music and gameplay are fantastic!”
“Not to mention, the soundtrack is a bop, the visuals are appealing (who wouldn't love a little polygonal wizard), and the community is fantastic.”
“The music and the sound effects fit the game so perfectly.”
“Also has some pretty decent music which hasn't gotten too old in a couple dozen hours.”
“Music: catchy and charming.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game boasts high replayability due to its randomized spell drafting, diverse skills and elements, and ongoing content updates. Players appreciate its accessibility and scalability, allowing for engaging experiences with various group sizes, both online and locally. The combination of a deep meta game and cross-platform play further enhances its replay value.
“It's colorful, the replayability is super high, the scalability for number of players is crazy high (up to 10 on teams or total cutthroat!) and the cross-platform play is awesome.”
“The amount of skills and elements it has increases the replayability by a lot.”
“Deceptively deep meta gameplay that makes for loads of replayability both online and in couch mode.”
“Replayability thanks to randomized spells and new content updates.”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a significant narrative, with players emphasizing that it focuses primarily on combat rather than storytelling. Overall, the consensus is that there is little to no story present in the game.
“There is no story.”
“No story, just awesome combat.”
“No story.”
- stability5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is described as enjoyable and entertaining, though it suffers from various bugs that affect controls and gameplay. While these bugs can lead to humorous moments and competitive challenges, they also contribute to an overall sense of instability.
“The controls are super buggy.”
“It's very fun, but it's kind of buggy, which can be frustrating.”
“While the spells are enjoyable, they can be buggy at times, leading to both laughter and competition.”
- grinding5 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable, with many stating it remains fun even after extended play. However, some note that the grind can feel tedious at times, particularly when it comes to earning cosmetics that may not feel rewarding enough. Overall, the game balances engaging combat with a manageable level of grinding.
“The cosmetics don't seem to stand out that much, which can be a good thing to lessen clutter, but it may disappoint some people who spent a bit of time grinding for them.”
“It can be a bit grindy sometimes.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's emotional depth, emphasizing the wholesome community and the strong connection fostered by the dedicated indie developer, which enhances the overall experience.
“I realized it's the most wholesome community with the most active indie developer of all time.”
“The emotional depth of the characters truly resonated with me, making their journeys feel personal.”
“This game made me feel a range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak, in a way that few others have.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the game could benefit from a larger player base and recommend making it free-to-play with the addition of in-game purchases to enhance monetization.
“The game could benefit from a larger player base; perhaps making it free with in-game purchases would help.”
“The monetization strategy is fair and doesn't feel overly aggressive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend.”
“I appreciate that the in-game purchases are optional and don't hinder the overall experience for those who choose not to spend.”
“The game needs a larger player base; perhaps making it free with in-game purchases would help.”
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide.”