Magi Trials

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Magi Trials is a single player action game with romance and erotic themes. It was developed by Dharker Studios and was released on November 17, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Magi Trials is a first-person puzzle-platformer game that takes place in a mystical world. As the "Candidate," players must harness magical abilities and solve increasingly complex puzzles to navigate through various trials. With a focus on exploration and skill development, players will encounter strange creatures, collect magical orbs, and unlock new abilities to progress through the game's challenging levels.

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Audience ScoreBased on 154 reviews

story64 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game features a well-written and engaging story with interesting character dynamics.
The artwork is praised for its quality and style, enhancing the overall visual experience.
There are multiple endings and choices that can lead to different outcomes, adding replay value.

Out of eight possible endings, only one is considered a 'good' ending, which can be disappointing for players seeking positive resolutions.
The game is relatively short, with many players feeling that it lacks depth and character development.
Some players found the gameplay frustrating due to the difficulty in navigating routes and achieving desired endings.

story
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
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The story of "Magi Trials" is generally well-received, praised for its intriguing plot, character development, and darker themes compared to previous titles. While some players found it engaging and well-written, others felt it lacked depth and variety in choices, leading to a somewhat superficial experience. Overall, the narrative shows promise but leaves room for improvement in terms of length, character backstory, and the impact of player decisions.
- “It's a great story, don't get me wrong, I loved it and how the worldbuilding and story was so in-depth compared to what I expected from having read 'Highschool Romance.'”
- “The story was also an 8/10; the twists were well thought out and added great depth to the story and endings.”
- “The twist and turns and more serious tone the story ends up taking had me wanting to see more and more, until I eventually finished one ending in just one sitting.”
- “Now since they’ve dropped the 'highschool romance' prefix altogether at the time of this review, I can stop comparing it to their previous works and break it down to what this visual novel really is: a work with a story and characters that has the potential to be really great and amazing, but instead plays it safe and ends up becoming something quite lackluster and superficial.”
- “The separate branches you can do don't actually do much to change the story, overlapping with other parts of the game.”
- “For a visual novel where story is key, that's not okay at all.”
graphics
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, with particular appreciation for the detailed facial expressions that enhance character interactions. Many reviewers highlight the artwork as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of the visual novel. While the visuals are generally well-received, some players feel that the writing and choices could be more ambitious to match the quality of the artwork.
- “I adore the artwork, and I especially love all of the care put into facial expressions.”
- “The art was a 9/10 for me because I love the somewhat cartoonish art style and the facial expressions they can create.”
- “The writing is sharp, and I adore the art style (as witnessed by my avatar) and it really helps to sell the atmosphere of the game itself.”
- “The art style is similar, and the 'boy masquerades as girl' thing is there, but that's about the end of it.”
- “Dark magic shenanigans seem to be par for the course for 'magic school' VNs, but slapping the highschool romance name on this is in art style and story hook only.”
- “There was a lot I liked about this VN, from how the characters were written to the artwork, but the writing never goes all the way and never allows itself to take chances and risks.”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
31%
14%
The music in the game is generally described as decent and enjoyable, with some tracks being memorable while others are considered forgettable or not well-suited to the scenes they accompany. Players appreciate the unobtrusive nature of the soundtrack, which enhances the overall experience without being distracting, though some noted a limited variety in tracks. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, earning a mixed but favorable reception.
- “The style is perfect, the music is just amazing; I could listen to the music for hours on end.”
- “This game overall lifts my spirits from the amazing music style to the great characters. Charlie is the one who I had a personal connection with throughout, as someone who I aspire to be in a sense, so if I finish the game 100%, I will play her good route again.”
- “The music was also fantastic to listen to.”
- “During my time playing through it, I only ever heard 4 tracks played in loops that sometimes did not mesh well with the scene at hand, e.g. music being too upbeat for sad/serious scenes. There are no sound effects to speak of outside of UI button presses.”
- “Good CGs, largely forgettable but unobtrusive music.”
- “The music isn't very distracting.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its funny dialogue, memorable characters, and a heartwarming yet comedic premise. Many reviews note that the choices players make enhance the comedic experience, making it an enjoyable and engaging visual novel that balances humor with drama. Overall, it is described as a fun and entertaining romp that is well worth the time and price.
- “A good, short visual novel with a lot of memorable characters and funny dialogue.”
- “Overall it was a good fun few hours for me delving into a well planned and simple graphic novel with a hilarious premise.”
- “I just finished my first playthrough, and I can say it was heartwarming, funny, and dramatic.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
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The gameplay offers a wealth of choices and multiple endings, providing a rich experience. However, some players find this overwhelming, as it can lead to random decision-making and a frustrating sense of uncertainty about achieving the desired outcomes, especially given the darker narrative implications of certain choices.
- “There's so much gameplay here; there are tons of choices and multiple endings.”
- “This is not only annoying gameplay-wise, because you just end up selecting random choices and hoping that you picked enough to get it right this time, but the plot gets significantly darker if you pick some decisions and not others.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have noted that the game elicits strong emotional responses through its heartwarming, funny, and dramatic moments, particularly highlighted by surprising endings that leave a lasting impact. Overall, the emotional depth of the narrative enhances the gaming experience significantly.
- “I just finished my first playthrough, and I can say it was heartwarming, funny, and dramatic.”
- “A few surprising endings got me a little emotional.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, with issues such as misattributed dialogue and incorrect images, making it less reliable than the original. However, some users still find it worthwhile, especially if purchased on sale.
- “Not as good as the original, and pretty buggy (dialog attributed to the wrong character, wrong image displayed, etc.) but worth it if you can get it on sale.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its sharp writing and distinctive art style, which effectively enhance the overall experience and immersion.
- “The writing is sharp, and I adore the art style (as witnessed by my avatar), and it really helps to sell the atmosphere of the game itself.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is relatively short, but it offers some replay value, encouraging players to revisit it despite its brevity.
- “It's somewhat short, but does have some replay value.”