Magical Atelier

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Magical Atelier is a single player casual simulation game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Magical Atelier" is a stylish fantasy world game that immerses players in a magical atmosphere with its unique art style and enchanting music. In this game, you play as a young apprentice studying the art of alchemy, where you will brew potions, create magical artifacts, and explore a vibrant world filled with mysterious creatures and magic. Your goal is to become the most skilled alchemist and uncover the secrets of this magical world.

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 409 reviews

story14 positive mentions

monetization7 negative mentions

The game features adorable graphics and a charming art style that many players find appealing.
There are plenty of activities to keep players engaged, including crafting, decorating, and completing quests.
The game is generally considered free-to-play friendly, with opportunities to earn in-game currency without spending real money.

The game suffers from significant lag and crashing issues, especially during mini-games and after updates.
Many players report difficulties with logging in, including error messages related to IP restrictions and account access.
The gacha system is criticized for low drop rates and high costs for items, making it frustrating for free-to-play players.

story
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
49%
9%
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring a cute and engaging narrative with depth in character development and charming animations. However, players have reported issues with quest progression due to bugs and resource limitations, which can hinder advancement in the storyline. Overall, the combination of appealing graphics and a fun plot makes it an enjoyable experience, especially for fans of anime-style games.
- “There is actually a real story with depth to characters and the many cut scenes are well put together.”
- “The game has very nice graphics, art style, and story.”
- “I love the story and look of this game.”
- “You need gems to upgrade the crafting zone to unlock more craftable items; you need those crafted items to move forward in the story.”
- “I found it quite nice overall, but because I went to upgrade the material store, I am now unable to advance the main story, in which I need to upgrade Matthew's book to level 3, which requires 2 of each gem, and I do not have enough for the green gem.”
- “And if I can't collect these things, I can't progress through the story.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and colorful art style, with many reviewers highlighting the attention to detail and overall aesthetic appeal. While the visuals are considered high quality and enjoyable, some players express frustration with performance issues and the difficulty of resource collection. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “Lovely graphics and plot.”
- “The art style is amazing and the attention to detail is simply astonishing.”
- “The graphics are superb, the instructions are well explained, and the items are not that expensive.”
- “I assure you it's not because of my device or internet because I play other games that have higher graphics but they do not crash.”
- “I would recommend offering a very low-intensity graphics version for people with potato devices.”
- “The artwork is so childish.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
53%
18%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of simplicity and cuteness, with appealing graphics and animations that many players enjoy. However, it suffers from poorly explained mechanics, a lack of engaging quests, and a repetitive gameplay loop that can lead to boredom. While the initial experience for new players is praised, overall, the gameplay feels outdated and unsatisfying for some.
- “The initial gameplay for new players (i.e. free resources and tutorial) is exceptional.”
- “Relaxing gameplay with a cute storyline.”
- “The gameplay is wonderful and the way the art style and the looks of the characters are amazing.”
- “Not to mention a lot of the mechanics are not well explained.”
- “Gameplay halts fast.”
- “Gameplay loop is extremely boring, not enough quests to do while waiting to level up.”
monetization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
9%
64%
The monetization model of the game is generally perceived as fair, with players appreciating the option to engage with ads voluntarily and the absence of aggressive microtransactions. However, there are notable frustrations regarding customer support responsiveness and technical issues with ad functionality, which can hinder the experience. Overall, while players find the game engaging and not overly reliant on ads, some technical glitches and slow progression can detract from the enjoyment.
- “The monetization of the game is very fair.”
- “Microtransactions available but not needed to progress.”
- “Lots of things to keep you busy & no ads!”
- “I tried emailing the developers and got no response. After making in-app purchases and contributing quite a lot of hours into the game, apparently that still isn't enough for even customer support to spare a second to reply. It has been 10 days and multiple emails without the courtesy of a reply.”
- “I usually hate mobile games due to excessive ads and money grabbing.”
- “This game's art is superb, but the time is super slow for the production of materials, and in order to progress through the game, you have to watch ads which still isn't enough.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players report that the game experiences notable stability issues, including frequent freezes, lag, and occasional crashes, particularly during mini-games and cut scenes. While some users express hope for future fixes, the current performance detracts significantly from the gameplay experience.
- “The game can be a little buggy at times and even crashes, which kind of puts me off.”
- “However, I'm having some issues with the extreme lag; after only 5 minutes of playing, the game becomes so buggy that I can't play the minigames properly.”
- “I open the app, the game opens, and then freezes.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, often leading to a lack of engagement as they wait for items to craft. While some appreciate the free-to-play model and reasonable prices for in-game purchases, the overall sentiment leans towards the grinding experience being a significant drawback.
- “As a result, the gameplay can be very boring because you're waiting for items to craft and just grinding.”
- “The game was appealing, but after trying it for a couple of minutes, I could say that the game was quite tedious and quite boring.”
- “Just thought it was boring and too grindy to enjoy.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, players report a smooth gaming experience on newer devices, but there are concerns about the game's optimization, suggesting it may not perform as well on older hardware. While some users have no complaints regarding lag, the general sentiment indicates room for improvement in optimization across various devices.
- “I have purchased a new phone and the game runs smoothly on it.”
- “I'm not experiencing any lags; the game runs smoothly.”
- “My game runs smoothly with no issues, so no complaints. :3”
- “But optimization seems lacking.”
- “The game runs poorly on mid-range hardware, making it frustrating to play.”
- “There are frequent frame drops and stuttering, even on high-end systems.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game starts off with a theme but abruptly stops once the game syncs with the Google Play account, leading to a lack of sound throughout gameplay. This absence of music has disappointed some users, as they typically prefer games with audio.
- “I'd give it a higher rating, but I usually play games with sound, so it's a bit weird to not have any. To be fair, it starts up with some music theme, but as soon as the game syncs with my Google Play account, it turns off and no matter what I do, it doesn't turn back on.”
- “Cute and all, but there is no sound or music.”
- “I'd give it a higher rating, but I usually play games with sound, so it's a bit weird to not have any. To be fair, it starts up with a music theme, but as soon as the game syncs with my Google Play account, it turns off and no matter what I do, it doesn't turn back on.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting feelings of disappointment and emotional strain, yet some also appreciate its charm and cuteness. This duality suggests that while the game may evoke negative feelings, it still possesses endearing qualities that resonate with players.
- “This game took me on an emotional rollercoaster, making me laugh and cry in equal measure.”
- “The storylines are so beautifully crafted that I felt deeply connected to the characters and their struggles.”
- “I was genuinely moved by the emotional depth of the game; it resonated with my own experiences.”