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Magic Archery is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Barribob and was released on October 4, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

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

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99%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,521 reviews
gameplay101 positive mentions
grinding19 negative mentions

  • Fun and engaging gameplay that keeps you entertained for about an hour.
  • Charming pixel art and satisfying sound design enhance the overall experience.
  • No microtransactions or ads, making it a refreshing free-to-play game.
  • The game is very short, typically completed in under an hour.
  • Lacks depth and replayability, with no prestige or additional content after finishing.
  • Some players may find the gameplay repetitive after the initial excitement.
  • gameplay
    232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally described as simple yet engaging, offering around an hour of enjoyable, incremental mechanics that keep players entertained without overstaying their welcome. While many players appreciate the charming art style and satisfying progression, there is a common desire for additional content, such as prestige mechanics or more varied environments, to enhance replayability. Overall, it serves as a fun, casual experience, ideal for short gaming sessions.

    • “The gameplay experience is defined by its 'hypnotic arrow barrage.' You do not aim; you strictly manage the economy of damage.”
    • “The mechanics are solid, and even though this game was a learning project, it’s clear that they did a great job here; I didn’t even notice that an hour had passed.”
    • “It's a fun little game with idle mechanics. 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.”
    • “It doesn't offer much gameplay and might be quite boring for some people, but it's still a nice little free game.”
    • “If it were expanded with some kind of lasting systems; more environments than merely 2, some sort of prestige mechanic, or anything else that might make the game last hours (if not days) rather than minutes, I would certainly change this to a positive review.”
    • “Players looking for deep mechanics, long-term engagement, or a complex simulation; this is strictly a one-hour distraction.”
  • graphics
    146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are predominantly praised for their charming pixel art style, which is described as simple yet effective, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many users appreciate the minimalist aesthetic and vibrant visuals, noting that they contribute to a pleasant atmosphere without overwhelming the player. While some reviewers express a desire for more visual content, the consensus is that the graphics are well-executed and suitable for the game's casual, short playtime.

    • “Their art style is pleasant.”
    • “Visually, the graphics are fine; it's pixel art, but it works really nicely.”
    • “The graphics are gorgeous, and the progression speed is perfect.”
    • “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.”
    • “No decisions to be made, no variable paths to victory, no good visuals.”
  • music
    83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and enchanting qualities, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While some players noted the repetitiveness of the tracks, many found the soundtrack to be beautiful and enjoyable, contributing to a relaxing vibe that complements the charming visuals. Overall, the music is considered a significant highlight, making the game a delightful experience for players.

    • “The art is charming, the music is calming, and the arrows are flying!”
    • “A nice, short, comfy little game, with wonderful music.”
    • “Beautiful art, nice music, lovely sounds, very satisfying to play.”
    • “It needs more music.”
    • “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.”
  • story
    59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth, with many users noting that there is no real narrative to engage with, only a series of quests focused on upgrading skills and completing tasks. While some players appreciate the straightforward quest mechanics and satisfying gameplay, they express a desire for a more developed storyline and additional content to enhance the experience. Overall, the consensus is that while the game is enjoyable, it would benefit from a more substantial narrative framework.

    • “Incredible story, really immersive, really good atmosphere paired with good music and excellent graphics!”
    • “Unlike a lot of games nowadays, it's not trying to lure you into purchases and instead it focuses on a story with room for your own imagination to fill in the blanks.”
    • “Good game, amazing story, realistic graphics.”
    • “Only downside is it's too short and no real story.”
    • “There is no story to distract you, only a target to destroy and a health bar that grows exponentially.”
    • “It could have used a storyline, but I'm quibbling.”
  • replayability
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it enjoyable for a short playtime of about an hour, many express disappointment due to the lack of a prestige system or varied gameplay mechanics that would encourage multiple playthroughs. A few users mention the potential for speedrunning or optimizing playtime as a form of replayability, but the consensus is that the game offers limited depth and variety once completed. Despite its fun and engaging experience, most agree that it lacks substantial replay value.

    • “Absolute cinema, hands down an amazing idle experience that only took an hour, but is so fun that it surprisingly has replayability.”
    • “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.”
    • “I don't understand how this is so well received... I just don't see the point of a short idle game with absolutely zero replayability (especially when infinite scaling was teased with one of the magic tree nodes?).”
    • “The experience is fleeting (approx. 60 minutes) and lacks a prestige system, offering zero replay value once the credits roll.”
    • “Just one thing that is a little let down is that it has little to no replayability as there are no variants or new modes or any new features to add on once you beat the game.”
  • monetization
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its complete lack of monetization strategies, including no microtransactions, ads, or paywalls, providing a pure and enjoyable gaming experience. Players appreciate that it is entirely free and respects their time, making it feel like a genuine product rather than a cash grab. Overall, the absence of monetization elements enhances the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.

    • “Most notably, the game is free and contains no in-app purchases.”
    • “No microtransactions, no paywalls, no flimflam.”
    • “Short and sweet, 100% free, no ads or microtransactions whatsoever.”
    • “The lack of ads and microtransactions enhances the atmosphere; it feels like a complete, self-contained product rather than a storefront disguised as a game.”
    • “No microtransactions, no in-app purchases, no extra currencies that should be bought with real-life money or else they'll stop your progression short.”
    • “I think there should be more games like this where the inspiration and work is clearly an act of passion and not just a cash grab.”
  • grinding
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be minimal and well-balanced, with many noting that the progression is smooth and engaging without becoming tedious. The game typically offers a satisfying experience in under an hour, avoiding the common pitfalls of excessive grinding while still providing meaningful upgrades. While some players mention a slight grind in later levels, the consensus is that the game effectively eliminates the frustration often associated with grinding in similar titles.

    • “Game is short, not too grindy with lots of simple but useful quality of life improvements.”
    • “Great game with awesome - not too tedious - progression. Could use more parts at the end, as I only finished it in one day, but still a great game - I want more!”
    • “The progression system has no grinding halts.”
    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “However, it can feel grindy in the later levels, and by levels, there's only two, two zones.”
    • “Its the grinding of certain games without the grinding.”
  • humor
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in this idle game is consistently highlighted as a key feature, with players enjoying its lighthearted and amusing elements, such as funny noises and quirky visuals. While some reviews note that the game may lack depth compared to the best in the genre, it still provides a fun and entertaining experience, particularly for those who appreciate simple, comedic gameplay. Overall, players find it to be a short, enjoyable game that delivers laughs alongside its incremental mechanics.

    • “Free, short, funny, and simple idle game.”
    • “A funny hour of idle game :)”
    • “It is funny that an archer can get so much better in one hour, but still suck at archery.”
  • atmosphere
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive quality, enhanced by excellent sound design, music, and stunning graphics. Players appreciate the calm and artistic backdrop, which contributes to a complete gaming experience free from ads and microtransactions. Overall, the atmosphere is described as captivating and integral to the game's appeal, leaving players eager for further development and expansion.

    • “Incredible story, really immersive, really good atmosphere paired with good music and excellent graphics!”
    • “The artwork in the background is also really nice, and the general atmosphere is calm and artistic.”
    • “The lack of ads and microtransactions enhances the atmosphere; it feels like a complete, self-contained product rather than a storefront disguised as a game.”
  • optimization
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is praised for maintaining solid technical performance even during visually intense moments, allowing players to focus on strategic decision-making. However, some users noted potential issues with optimization after extended play, suggesting that further refinement could enhance the experience. The game offers various progression modes that encourage thoughtful optimization, indicating a depth that players can explore.

    • “As you progress, the screen transitions from a quiet practice range to a fireworks display of magic arrows, yet the technical performance remains rock solid.”
    • “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 optimization.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability, running smoothly on platforms like the Steam Deck and Linux via Proton, with minimal bugs and glitches reported. However, some users have experienced freezing issues when closing the Steam overlay, which may be related to individual system configurations rather than the game itself.

    • “Great fun, runs great on the Steam Deck. It would be interesting to see more added to this in the future.”
    • “Runs great on Linux via Proton.”
    • “My only issue is that if I close the Steam overlay with Shift+Tab, it freezes the game and I have to force close my computer. I'm hoping that's my own computer's fault and not the game.”
    • “There's really nothing wrong with this game in terms of bugs and glitches; it's just a simple game where you upgrade quests, destroy stronger targets, and overall become stronger.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express that the game delivers a surprisingly deep emotional experience, with some feeling a strong connection to the gameplay despite its simplistic visuals. The unexpected emotional investment highlights the game's ability to resonate with players on a personal level.

    • “This was an emotional experience; I loved this game.”
    • “I never thought I'd be emotionally invested in pixels shooting circles.”
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Magic Archery is a casual role playing game.

Magic Archery is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Magic Archery.

Magic Archery was released on October 4, 2024.

Magic Archery was developed by Barribob.

Magic Archery has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Magic Archery is a single player game.

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