Magician's Saga

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Magician's Saga is a single player casual action adventure game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Kairosoft and was released on January 20, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

In "Magician's Saga," players become a courageous magician, restoring a fallen town and fighting off monsters to recover a stolen orb. The game combines action and simulation elements, allowing players to build a town and train allies, with all game progress stored on the device. This Kairosoft pixel art game offers a chill-out experience and the chance to contribute to the town's prosperity.

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Single-Player

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,680 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

monetization40 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and addictive experience with simple mechanics, making it easy to pick up and play.
It provides a unique blend of action RPG and town-building simulation, which is a refreshing change from typical Kairosoft titles.
The graphics are charming and the game is free to play, allowing players to enjoy it without mandatory in-app purchases.

The stamina system is frustrating, as it limits playtime and requires grinding for resources, making progression feel slow and tedious.
The game can become repetitive quickly, with limited content and a lack of depth compared to other Kairosoft games.
Controls can be clunky and poorly placed, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially during battles.

monetization
44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
2%
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The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the relatively non-intrusive ads that allow for casual gameplay, while others criticize the excessive presence of ads and the lack of options to disable them or purchase in-game currency. Many users express frustration over poorly placed ads that interfere with controls and gameplay, leading to a negative experience. Overall, while the game is free and enjoyable for some, the aggressive monetization tactics and constant ads detract from its appeal for many players.
- “This is a great game, and although it's free, it doesn't feel predatory like other in-app purchase games.”
- “Fun for free - this game isn't perfect, but it's a fun way to pass time and if you don't mind grinding a little, you can get by without any in-game purchases.”
- “Microtransactions are negated by Kairo Club and other ways.”
- “They used to make good games, now they are full of ads, tracking, and pay-to-win mechanics. There isn't even an option to disable the music or sound effects; it's just a shell of a game to get you to click ads.”
- “The worst part is they're ads from the game designer, not even just regular old ads.”
- “This game is fun besides the overinflated in-game currency and the push for advertisement beyond the usual capacity to just still have a good time enjoying an app in-game immersion.”
gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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49%
8%
The gameplay is generally described as simple and easy to learn, offering a mix of fun and frustration due to its linear progression and reliance on grinding for resources. While some players appreciate the cute graphics and immersive character development, many criticize the repetitive mechanics, excessive ads, and pay-to-win elements that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the gameplay is seen as enjoyable for short sessions but lacks depth and variety, leading to a sense of boredom over time.
- “The gameplay is simple to learn and gives you more options than you think once you learn to advance and fallback to gain health and mana.”
- “Simple gameplay and very fun!”
- “Really solid gameplay with great graphics.”
- “They used to make good games, now they are full of ads, tracking, and pay-to-win mechanics. There isn't even an option to disable the music or sound effects; it's just a shell of a game to get you to click ads.”
- “This game is nothing like Dungeon Village. I didn't expect it to be, but it's very bland in terms of gameplay and doesn't have the same feelings of variety and interest that Dungeon Village had, along with its slow progression.”
- “Repetitive, plagued with ads and underwhelmingly exhausting gameplay makes this the disappointing Kairo title exploring a new business model.”
grinding
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the game heavily relies on grinding, which many players find repetitive and tedious, particularly when it comes to collecting gems, gold, and completing levels. While some enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay experience, others criticize it for being excessive and leading to slow progression, often feeling like a "grinding simulator." Overall, the consensus is that while the game can be fun, the grinding aspect detracts from its overall enjoyment.
- “It doesn't require money at all, but grinding for gems is a real chore!”
- “This game is so simple with grinding all over the time unlike other Kairo games.”
- “It's an awful, grindy, and increasingly boring game as you play through.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the cute and unique aesthetic, while others criticize the simplicity and lack of polish. Some users highlight the graphics as a strong point that enhances gameplay, while others express a desire for improvements and more depth. Despite the varying opinions, the graphics are generally described as enjoyable, with a blend of charm and retro appeal.
- “The graphics are done very nicely too.”
- “This game is very well thought out, has a beautiful aesthetic, and has great control and depth of strategy.”
- “This game is great and its graphics are awesome!!”
- “The large ad banner at the bottom completely blocks off any buttons, options, or graphics from being seen or pressed.”
- “Nice but the buttons lag and the graphics are poor. I expected so much from this.”
- “Graphics could be better.”
story
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The game's story has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating its fun and interesting narrative, while others find it linear and lacking depth. Many reviewers suggest that additional dialogue and story elements could enhance the experience, as the current progression feels more like a grind than an engaging adventure. Overall, while the story has potential, it is often overshadowed by gameplay mechanics and difficulty spikes.
- “A really fun and interesting game with a great story and battle system.”
- “I love the story of this game.”
- “Liked the dialogues and linear but fun story so far.”
- “Could use a bit more storyline dialogue to spruce things up.”
- “The game progression and story is very linear.”
- “This didn't feel like a game but rather a grind lover's dream with a background story.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it enjoyable and cute, while others criticize the lack of options to disable it. Users have expressed frustration over intrusive ads and the inability to turn off the music or sound effects, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, some players noted that the game features music reminiscent of other titles, which may not leave a positive impression.
- “It's cute, nice music and so challenging ❤”
- “Can't find a way to turn the music off but otherwise it's a fun game.”
- “For a game, it took many music from other games (still Kairosoft) but you know it's not really making a good impression.”
- “They used to make good games, now they are full of ads, tracking, and pay-to-win mechanics. There isn't even an option to disable the music or sound effects; it's just a shell of a game to get you to click ads.”
- “No in-game settings to turn off music; huge ads at the bottom of the screen are quite off-putting during missions.”
- “Background music is so obnoxious, and I can't find the settings.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it simple yet effective, making it a fun time killer. The unique characters and engaging gameplay contribute to the overall comedic experience, enhancing the enjoyment of the game.
- “It's funny though, the graphics make this game look perfect for me.”
- “It's simple and funny.”
- “I like the gameplay, graphics are nice and the characters are, as always, unique and funny.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers express a desire for greater emphasis on character development, indicating that they prefer a deeper exploration of characters over action and gameplay elements. There is a clear call for more nuanced storytelling and character arcs to enhance the overall experience.
- “I appreciate the focus on character development rather than just action and gameplay.”
- “The depth of character development is truly impressive!”
- “The game offers a rich and engaging character development experience.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I wish there was more depth to the character development; it feels rushed and underexplored.”
- “The game focuses too much on action and gameplay, neglecting the character development aspect.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players generally find the game to have strong replayability, indicating that it offers enough variety and engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “This game offers incredible replayability, with multiple paths and choices that keep each playthrough fresh.”
- “The variety of characters and strategies makes every run feel unique, enhancing the overall replay value.”
- “I love how the game encourages you to try different approaches, making it fun to replay and discover new outcomes.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is noted to be somewhat buggy, but many users feel that its overall appeal and enjoyment outweigh these stability issues.
- “The game is quite buggy, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I encountered frequent crashes that made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “There are numerous stability issues that need to be addressed for a smoother gameplay experience.”