MAGICAL DEATHPAIR

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MAGICAL DEATHPAIR is a single player action game. It was developed by yatsunagi and was released on January 10, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Magical Deathpair," sixteen witches must work together to protect Tokyo from monsters while dealing with the complexities of their own lives. This adventure game features explicit gore and sexual content, with the first chapter available on Steam. The second chapter is currently in development, with updates to be announced on Steam News. Accompanying the game is a 40-page art book featuring the creator's artwork and commentary.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

story16 positive mentions

The game features stunning art and character designs that are both unique and captivating.
The story is intriguing with complex characters and unexpected twists, making it engaging and immersive.
Despite being only one chapter long, the game offers a compelling experience that leaves players eager for more.

The game is incomplete, with only the first chapter available, leading to frustration over the lack of resolution.
There are concerns about the game's pricing relative to its short length and unfinished state.
The developer has not provided updates for an extended period, raising doubts about the future of the game's development.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story has been praised for its intriguing and unique premise, blending elements of mystery, dark themes, and character-driven narratives reminiscent of titles like "Madoka Magica" and "Danganronpa." While the first chapter is engaging and features well-developed characters, many players express disappointment over its incomplete nature and linear progression, leaving them eager for a continuation. Overall, the storytelling is captivating, with a mix of suspense and beautiful art, making it a recommended experience despite its current lack of resolution.
- “The plot starts off mysterious but rather straightforward; however, unexpectedly, it turns out to be way more twisted and complex than expected.”
- “The story is intriguing and unique, and I love the art.”
- “The story itself is told in a very linear fashion and features limited opportunities to alter the plot itself, which is something I'd personally like to see more of, especially since the plot involves social deduction elements.”
- “Feeling a bit miffed I got invested in the story for no resolution, but I'd love if the developer came back to this one day.”
- “The story cuts out in the middle!!”
- “However, it's worth noting that this is only the first chapter of the story, so don't expect everything to wrap up conclusively.”
graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their distinctive and dreamy art style, reminiscent of the developer's previous work, "homicipher." Players appreciate the stunning character and landscape designs, noting the unique aesthetic that sets it apart from typical visual novels. While some elements may be polarizing, the overall visual presentation is considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's charm and narrative engagement.
- “The art style is dreamy, the characters steal your heart, and everything feels... perfect!”
- “Even though I am not a huge fan of anime visuals, I like when the artist puts a unique take on the style, and I think this game does enough to make the characters look and feel unique.”
- “Graphically, this game was created with RPG Maker (a fact that the developer is very open about).”
- “There's definitely elements of graphic gore and violence, along with some sexual aspects that might make some people uncomfortable.”
- “The artwork, especially Yatsunagi's style, is stunning—both the characters and landscapes are beautifully done.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received positive feedback, with many praising the wonderful soundtrack and its potential for enjoyment outside of gameplay. However, some users noted that certain parts of the game feature jarring music that detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, enhancing the game's atmosphere.
- “Additionally, the soundtrack is wonderful!”
- “Great OST that I can see myself listening to outside of the game.”
- “Really love the art and soundtrack.”
- “This game at first seemed interesting, after a few minutes in you can see the lack of direction of some parts, like cutscenes popping out of nowhere as well with ear-damaging music and a feel of rush in the story.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is a mixed experience, offering only a few hours of content in the first chapter, which some players found lacking in variety due to repetitive mechanics like walking and talking to NPCs. However, many appreciated the engaging narrative and character development, which helped elevate the overall enjoyment despite the limited gameplay depth. Quick-time events in the prologue added a fun element, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of visual novels.
- “Fun gameplay that's hard to find in a lot of visual novels, so I'm pretty happy with how much fun I was having just from the first quick-time dialogue events in the prologue between Glassical and Vastine.”
- “As time goes on, everything settles down and it's an amazing experience. I finished the first chapter in just one sitting because of that (less than 3 hours of gameplay, by the way). The characters develop so much, and you can have your favorites, but it's hard to say they are not all very well written.”
- “I played this game after watching a gameplay of Homicipher, not really knowing it was from the same developer.”
- “Unfortunately, it is only the first chapter and only offers a few hours of gameplay, without any signs of updates.”
- “The game mechanics are kind of boring (walk around, speak to NPCs, sometimes make a choice), but you get used to it and the narrative makes up for that.”
- “As time goes on, everything settles down and it's an amazing experience, but I finished the first chapter in just one sitting because of that (less than 3 hours of gameplay, by the way).”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highlighted by the comedic dynamics between character pairs, which are well-matched in personality and behavior, leading to many laugh-out-loud moments. Players find the interactions genuinely funny and enjoyable.
- “The dynamics between the pairs are quite funny and compatible based on their personalities and behavior towards one another, just like the main characters.”
- “She made me laugh a lot!”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the game's atmosphere as exceptional, particularly praising its ability to create tense and emotional scenes that enhance the overall experience.
- “Particularly the tense and emotional scenes are great; the atmosphere is amazing.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create tense and emotionally charged scenes, complemented by an impressive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
- “Particularly the tense and emotional scenes are great; the atmosphere is amazing.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the game's character development, highlighting the impressive character design and engaging story that enhance the overall experience.
- “I absolutely love this game; from character design to story, everything is just great so far.”
- “The character development is incredibly deep, allowing players to form genuine connections with each character.”
- “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”