Magic Potion Explorer
- March 11, 2016
- ARTIFACTS
Get on SteamMagic Potion Explorer is an adventure puzzle game where players brew potions by exploring, collecting, and combining items in a magical world. As the Potion Master, players uncover secrets of an ancient civilization while enhancing their potion-making skills to solve increasingly complex puzzles. With its unique blend of exploration, alchemy, and problem-solving, Magic Potion Explorer offers a captivating experience for all ages.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming aesthetic and a fantastic soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
- It offers layers of depth in strategy, especially when tackling challenges and aiming for achievements.
- The gameplay is addictive and can be enjoyable for those who appreciate idle and resource management mechanics.
- The game is very short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
- There is a lack of meaningful interactivity, as much of the gameplay involves simply upgrading potions and watching the character progress automatically.
- The overall experience feels shallow, with limited replayability and a lack of diverse strategies or paths to explore.
- music30 mentions
- 73 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised as a standout feature, with many reviewers describing the soundtrack as dynamic, enjoyable, and even hypnotic. While some express disappointment over the lack of open file access for the music, the overall consensus is that the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience, complementing the visuals and gameplay effectively. Despite some concerns about the game's price relative to its content, the quality of the music remains a major highlight.
“The soundtrack is wonderful, and playing it is mildly hypnotic.”
“The game is also accompanied by a great, dynamic soundtrack; the frenetic auto-adventuring and the fast-paced music played during the game really set the mood, the incidental music for calmer moments is a nice contrast.”
“It's a nice game to play, with great effect quality, and (definitely not leaving this out) amazing music!”
- replayability16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Replayability in the game is largely dependent on the player's enjoyment of the upgrade system; those who appreciate it may find value in exploring different strategies and paths, particularly in hard mode. However, many reviewers note that once optimal strategies are discovered, the game offers little incentive to replay, as improvements are often tied to luck and achieving better grades or speed. Overall, without additional incentives or rewards, replayability is considered limited.
“If you like the upgrade system, the game has replay value.”
“Something little like a bonus perk every time you complete the game would go a long way for replayability.”
“I presume that it could be fun finding multiple ways to win in hard mode, which might lend it some replay value.”
“If you view the upgrade system as a means to an end, the game has no replay value.”
“There is no replayability unless you're going for better letter grades and/or speed, which boil down to figuring out the one perfect build pattern and then relying on RNG for early to mid enemy spawns.”
“Once you break out the math, virtually no replayability.”
- gameplay14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is largely automated, with players sending their character into a dungeon to collect resources and defeat enemies without direct control, which some find lacking compared to other games. While it offers two play modes and achievements for added challenge, the limited combat mechanics and simplicity may not appeal to everyone, especially given the expectations for a more engaging experience at its price point. Despite these criticisms, some players still find enjoyment in the straightforward mechanics.
“The game's two different play modes and multiple achievements will provide some challenge if you're up for them, though the deliberately limited and focused gameplay may not be for everyone.”
“This game doesn't have very much at all in the way of actual combat mechanics, as it's basically choosing what upgrades you should get when, but that doesn't mean it isn't fun.”
“Gameplay is as follows: you send the main character, Pastel, into the dungeon and she will automatically kill things and gather reagents as she travels down.”
“I was hoping to find something similar to Recettear, however this game (while similar in concept) is stripped of almost any gameplay.”
“For this price, I was expecting much more, as most mobile games have more gameplay.”
“The gameplay's two different play modes and multiple achievements will provide some challenge if you're up for them, though the deliberately limited and focused gameplay may not be for everyone.”
- story12 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story in the game is generally considered simple and underwhelming, with some players noting a few interesting elements, such as a twist involving parental love. However, many reviewers feel that the narrative is too brief and lacks depth, making it easily digestible through a summary or video rather than an immersive experience. Overall, while there are moments of humor and charm, the story does not significantly enhance the gameplay.
“The story was great and made me laugh, but it was so short.”
“A short and easy clicker game with a simple story, great music, and cute graphics.”
“Okay story, but you could watch a YouTube video and get everything you wanted from it.”
“No graphics, almost no story.”
“Magic Potion Explorer's plot is simple - a young alchemist complains about her need to find ingredients, and a mysterious woman provides her a dungeon below her potion shop.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the cute visuals and great soundtrack, others criticize them for being low-quality and lacking detail. Overall, the graphics are described as simple and appealing, but not particularly impressive.
“A short and easy clicker game with a simple story, great music, and cute graphics.”
“The graphics are great and so is the soundtrack.”
“Little interaction, too easy, low graphics.”
“No graphics, almost no story.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game features a significant grinding element, particularly appealing to fans of clicker and tapper genres, as it accelerates the grinding process in a satisfying manner. However, playing on hard mode restricts farming and increases difficulty, especially for players aiming for achievements like S rank or completing challenges.
“Hard mode prevents you from farming altogether, and the game gets a lot harder if you bother trying to get all the achievements, such as achieving S rank and playing with restrictions.”
“This will probably appeal more to fans of clicker/tapper games, but I suggest that you check it out if you're interested in playing a game that's very grindy and accelerates that grinding in a very satisfying way.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is well-received, with players finding the story amusing and enjoyable, though many note that the experience is quite brief, lasting only a few minutes.
“The story was great and made me laugh, but it was so short.”
“It will be a funny few minutes.”
