Magic Archery

99%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,684 reviews
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  • graphics
  • music
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Train your archery skills by crafting and shooting targets. Complete quests for gold and clout. Buy upgrades to improve training and equipment. Help train the greatest archer! No In-App purchases A short and active incremental/upgrade game Definite ending

  • PC
  • Windows
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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,684 reviews
gameplay53 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • Fun and engaging gameplay that keeps you entertained for about an hour.
  • Cute pixel graphics and satisfying sound effects enhance the overall experience.
  • Great for casual gaming, allowing players to complete it quickly without feeling grindy.
  • The game is very short, taking only about an hour to complete, leaving players wanting more.
  • Lacks depth and replayability, as there are no prestige mechanics or additional content.
  • Some players experienced technical issues, such as the game not running properly.
  • gameplay110 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its engaging and intuitive mechanics, providing a relaxing experience without a fail state, which encourages exploration and experimentation. Players appreciate the short, satisfying gameplay loop, typically lasting about an hour, and the charming pixel art style enhances the overall enjoyment. While many express a desire for additional content and mechanics to extend replayability, the current design effectively delivers a fun and addictive experience.

    • “There is no fail state, no way to lose - instead, the fun and the stakes come from investigating the mechanics and pondering the most effective way to do what you want to do, whether that is to complete the game in record time or carefully bring your stats up to specific numbers.”
    • “The progression flow is beautiful and the mechanics are intuitive.”
    • “The gameplay is simple and satisfying; you train an archer by upgrading their skills and adding magic to their arrows, which keeps things fun and exciting.”
    • “Too bad it's about an hour of gameplay.”
    • “Make sure you know there is only an hour of gameplay going in!”
    • “There's no prestige mechanic, just restarting from scratch after you win.”
  • graphics51 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute pixel art style, which is both charming and user-friendly. Reviewers appreciate the vibrant visuals and the overall aesthetic, noting that the simple yet appealing graphics enhance the enjoyable gameplay experience. Despite being a short idle game, the graphics are considered polished and well-executed, contributing to a satisfying and immersive atmosphere.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous and the progression speed is perfect.”
    • “Everything was done right, beautiful retro graphics, perfect progress, that totally hooked me.”
    • “The pixel graphics are very cute and the sound effects are well designed and match the actions.”
    • “The graphics are basic and the gameplay is automated after the first 5 minutes, but it is worth it.”
    • “It has a retro feel to it with simple graphics, basic UI, and a straightforward concept.”
    • “It's visuals are a balance between complex and simple while having a minimalistic style for menus and such.”
  • music40 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for being enjoyable, relaxing, and well-suited to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. Many players appreciate the charming soundtrack and sound effects, noting that they contribute to the game's cozy atmosphere. Overall, the music is considered a highlight, adding depth to the simple mechanics and visual style.

    • “Fun little way to kill an hour, music's great, gameplay is simple.”
    • “Quick hour from start to finish with great music and incredibly straightforward mechanics.”
    • “Short clicker game with relaxing music and satisfying sounds.”
    • “I had some issues with the sound and music not being able to be turned off (was doing other stuff in the background).”
    • “Nicely done, short, little, incremental archer game with magical graphics and music, which will entertain you for about an hour.”
    • “Very satisfying, game dev should add a way to pay for us that would like to support, like DLC of the soundtrack or something.”
  • story27 mentions

    The game's story is minimal, with many players noting a lack of depth and narrative structure, often describing it as non-existent or very basic. While the gameplay mechanics and quest system are engaging, the limited locations and absence of a more developed storyline leave some players wanting more content and narrative arcs. Overall, the game is seen as a fun experience, but it could benefit from additional story elements and quests to enhance its appeal.

    • “As a writer, this game gives me tons of ideas for a basic fantasy story.”
    • “Better storyline than Bethesda's Starfield, also less buggy.”
    • “Good game, amazing story, realistic graphics.”
    • “Wow, I am surprised at how good this game is; there is no story, barely any gameplay besides clicking sometimes, but it was good.”
    • “There really isn't much of a story here, and there really isn't any particular strategy needed to win, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing if you just want a little break from everything else.”
    • “It could have used a storyline, but I'm quibbling.”
  • replayability11 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players enjoy challenging themselves through speedrunning and optimizing strategies, many feel that the lack of diverse gameplay mechanics and progression limits replay value. Although it is a short and free experience that can be enjoyable, it does not offer significant incentives for repeated playthroughs.

    • “Very fun little game, very much worth your time if you're bored and very replayable if you want to challenge yourself by not buying upgrades or even by speedrunning the game!”
    • “Adds replayability in the form of using different strategies to beat your own fastest time.”
    • “Short, free, scratches that 'I want to see numbers go high' itch, do not span into days of grind, have an ending, and maybe a bit of replayability for optimizing people out there.”
    • “There is no real replayability, but as it is free anyway and the size is pretty small, I would definitely recommend it!”
    • “Right now there aren't many different ways to play the game; the progression is the same from playthrough to playthrough, so the game doesn't get much replayability.”
    • “It's short and sweet, though, unfortunately, it lacks much replay value.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Overall, players appreciate the lack of traditional grinding in the game, noting that progression feels smooth and enjoyable without being tedious. Many reviewers highlight that the game can be completed in a short time, often around an hour, making it a refreshing experience that allows for casual play while multitasking. The absence of grindy mechanics is seen as a significant positive, contributing to a fun and engaging gameplay experience.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “I was expecting to be grinding this game for weeks but was happily surprised to reach the ending screen in just an hour.”
    • “Its a good solid hour of fun incremental gameplay that doesn't get grindy or overstay its welcome.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by its lighthearted and whimsical elements, such as amusing sounds and colorful visuals that appeal to players who enjoy seeing numbers increase. Many users find the game to be entertaining and quick-paced, likening it to a humorous twist on the cookie-clicker genre. Overall, the game successfully delivers a fun and comedic experience.

    • “Brain was happy with growing numbers, funny noises, and colors on screen.”
    • “Nice and quick game, good for people who like seeing funny numbers go up.”
    • “Cookie Clicker with bow and arrows, short and funny!”
  • monetization7 mentions

    The game is praised for its completely free model, featuring no in-app purchases, ads, or hidden microtransactions, which enhances the overall enjoyment. Reviewers appreciate the straightforward monetization approach, suggesting that the game's setup could support future expansions if monetization were to be introduced later.

    • “Fun small game and it is free without microtransactions!”
    • “This is a neat little game, free and with no hidden microtransactions.”
    • “Short and sweet, 100% free, no ads or microtransactions whatsoever.”
    • “The setup and progression have a lot of potential for expansion, enough to justify future monetization.”
  • optimization5 mentions

    Players find the game's optimization aspect engaging, as it encourages thoughtful decision-making and strategic planning. While some users noted potential issues with optimization early in gameplay, many appreciate the depth and complexity it offers, suggesting that the game has significant room for theorycrafting and improvement. Overall, the optimization element is seen as a key feature that enhances the gameplay experience.

    • “It has several modes of progression that meld together nicely and have some fun mathy optimizations.”
    • “It may seem stupid simple and numb at first, but when you realize the game is actually a trial of optimization, you really get into thinking about every decision...”
    • “I could see this game getting theorycrafted and optimized.”
    • “Around 1 hour long clicker, with a lot of potential for optimization.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its gorgeous artwork and calm, artistic ambiance, creating an engaging experience that balances challenge with simplicity. While currently short, players express optimism for future updates that could enhance its already captivating atmosphere.

    • “An idle game set in a gorgeous atmosphere offering the right amount of challenge.”
    • “The artwork in the background is also really nice, and the general atmosphere is calm and artistic.”
    • “Currently short and simple, yet very atmospheric.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game is praised for its stability, with users noting it has fewer bugs and glitches compared to Bethesda's Starfield. Overall, players find it to be a smooth experience without significant technical issues.

    • “Better storyline than Bethesda's Starfield, also less buggy.”
    • “There's really nothing wrong with this game in terms of bugs and glitches, it's just a simple game where you just upgrade quests, destroy stronger targets, and overall become stronger.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players express surprise at how deeply they become emotionally invested in the game, highlighting the unexpected ability of simple graphics and gameplay to evoke strong feelings.

    • “I never thought I'd be emotionally invested in pixels shooting circles.”
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