Magic Research 2

93%
Game Brain Score Based on 276 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • grinding
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Magic Research 2 is a sequel where you play as a wizard seeking the Philosopher's Stone to cure any illness. With over 120 spells, you can craft resources, improve attacks, and more. Learn to use different Elements and transmute over 250 items, controlling a team of wizards to cast spells for you. Your journey to mastering magic is filled with many distinct adventures.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

93%
Audience ScoreBased on 276 reviews
story21 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • The game offers a smooth progression system with a variety of viable builds, making it engaging and enjoyable.
  • Quality of life improvements over the first game enhance the overall experience, allowing for more strategic gameplay.
  • The game features a well-crafted story and interesting mechanics that keep players engaged and motivated to explore.
  • The endgame grind can become tedious, requiring repetitive gear remaking and micromanagement.
  • The writing quality and language usage in the game can be poor, making it difficult for some players to enjoy the story.
  • Some players find the interface clunky and overwhelming, especially in the late game, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • story63 mentions

    The game's story is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging narrative, good pacing, and the integration of storylines into gameplay mechanics. However, some critiques highlight issues with writing quality, including typos and a somewhat boilerplate plot, particularly in comparison to its predecessor. Overall, while the story adds depth and motivation to the gameplay, it may not be as polished as some players would hope.

    • “Great storyline, lots of well-written effects and variations, good pacing.”
    • “The game also features a pretty engaging story that makes it worth playing, and there is even guidance on how to trigger every event so you'll never feel like you're flailing around with no purpose.”
    • “This is a fun little game with better story writing than so many of the fancier titles out there right now.”
    • “The story has tons of typos and terrible writing; I would be very surprised if the developers are English-speaking, and if they're not, they definitely didn't hire a translator or editor.”
    • “The story is a bit boilerplate, sometimes resembling some sort of anime, with characters constantly escaping after you defeat them or 'reaching their final form' after being defeated, etc.”
    • “Considering 99% of the story is told entirely through walls of text, this is particularly egregious.”
  • gameplay39 mentions

    The gameplay is praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, offering a rewarding loop with impactful endgame challenges and a variety of viable builds. Players appreciate the balance and steady introduction of new mechanics, which keep the experience fresh and encourage experimentation. However, some find certain mechanics, like the new land system, less enjoyable, and the complexity can be overwhelming at times. Overall, the game is recognized for its quality design and addictive nature without relying on pay-to-win elements.

    • “Fun gameplay loop, endgame challenges with impactful rewards which you'll need to fully complete the game.”
    • “But overall, there are many interesting gameplay mechanics, a lot of room for experimentation, and it just feels very good to play.”
    • “The best incremental game I've ever played due not only to its stellar mechanics and fun story, but due to how hands-on it is.”
    • “Reconfiguring every single mechanic every single reset is incredibly tedious.”
    • “This arbitrarily long, poorly designed mechanic cripples the game because something that could be done in one step is now four, of which three are completely pointless and provide no value to the game.”
    • “Maybe I needed to invest another 30 hours, but getting all the new mechanic popups right when I reach the next mechanic, on top of other pop ups and level ups in the background was a bit overwhelming.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and often boring, particularly in the late game where challenges feel more like a chore than an engaging experience. The need for constant reconfiguration and lack of clarity on whether grinding is worthwhile adds to the frustration, leading to a sentiment that while grinding is expected in such games, it should still be enjoyable to maintain player interest.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is satisfying and offers a real sense of progression.”
    • “Late game challenges aren't difficult, they're tedious.”
    • “Reconfiguring every single mechanic every single reset is incredibly tedious.”
    • “Tedious and boring.”
  • replayability3 mentions

    Players highlight that the game offers significant replayability through post-ending challenges, a unique "retirement" system, and multiple advancement paths, making it an engaging incremental experience.

    • “Highly replayable incremental game with various ways to advance.”
    • “The 'retirement' system is such an ingenious mechanic and adds a lot of replayability.”
    • “Post-ending challenges increase replayability.”
    • “The game lacks meaningful choices, making multiple playthroughs feel redundant.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to return.”
  • music3 mentions

    The game's music aspect is notably lacking, with no soundtrack or sound effects present, which many users feel detracts from the overall experience. Despite this absence, some players still find the game enjoyable, suggesting that the addition of music and sound effects could enhance their perception of it.

    • “I don't know how a game with no music or sound effects can be this good, but there you go.”
    • “Perhaps sound effects and some light music could change this for me.”
    • “The game is generally worse than the first one, with no obvious improvements in sight; there are still no sound effects and no soundtrack.”
    • “Perhaps sound effects and some light music could change this for me?”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The game features a clean monetization model with no ads or microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the gameplay without distractions or pressure to spend more money. This approach is praised for fostering an engaging experience that stands on its own merits.

    • “Most importantly, there are no ads, no microtransactions, and no cheap psychological tricks to make you keep playing or spend more money; just good gameplay that is engaging enough to be addictive on its own.”
    • “There are no ads or microtransactions that I've seen, just the game.”
  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by a particularly funny secret ending that caught players off guard, eliciting strong reactions such as laughter and surprise. The comedic timing and character antics contribute to a gratifying experience that enhances the overall enjoyment.

    • “The secret ending had me nearly spit my coffee due to how a certain character acted; it was gratifying and hilarious at the same time.”
    • “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing and unexpected twists that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I couldn't stop chuckling at the witty dialogue and absurd situations; the humor really elevates the overall experience.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received positive feedback for their vibrant colors and detailed environments, creating an immersive visual experience. Players appreciate the art style, which effectively complements the game's theme and enhances overall enjoyment. However, some users noted occasional performance issues that can detract from the visual experience.

    • “The graphics are absolutely stunning, with vibrant colors and incredible detail that truly bring the game world to life.”
    • “Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
    • “The character models are incredibly realistic, showcasing impressive animations and textures that enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics look outdated and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
    • “Character models are poorly designed, making it hard to connect with the game.”
    • “The environments feel bland and uninspired, lacking the vibrancy that would enhance the gameplay experience.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The stability of the game is generally considered mediocre, with new features like perma-casting being particularly buggy and causing frustration for players.

    • “Overall very mediocre, with the couple of new systems like perma-casting being highly buggy and frustrating.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization is impressive, allowing for a high volume of attack spells to be executed simultaneously, which enhances the gameplay experience. However, this abundance can make it challenging for players to monitor their performance during battles.

    • “The optimization in this game allows for an incredible number of attack spells to be executed simultaneously, creating an exhilarating experience in battle.”
    • “The game's optimization features enable players to unleash a staggering 184 attack spells every second, making combat feel dynamic and engaging.”
    • “While the high level of optimization leads to impressive spellcasting, it can be challenging to monitor your performance during intense battles.”
    • “Because of permacast, you have 184 attack spells firing off every second, which is cool and feels great, but it's also really hard to track your performance in battle.”
    • “The optimization in this game is a mess; the frame drops during intense battles make it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I find the lack of optimization frustrating, as the game frequently crashes during key moments, ruining the experience.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere has been criticized for being insufficient, leaving players feeling that it lacks the immersive qualities necessary for an engaging experience.

    • “I'll be happy to revisit this review later, but for now the game lacks the atmosphere it needs.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
31hAverage play time
5-82hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 3 analyzed playthroughs

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