Magicite

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Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into. Chop trees, mine ores, and hunt beasts in order to collect the resources and materials you need to survive the harsh and unforgiving environment. With a ton of character traits, sta…

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 7,345 reviews

gameplay245 positive mentions

stability330 negative mentions

Fun and challenging gameplay that keeps players engaged.
Great crafting system with a variety of unlockable characters, hats, and companions.
Charming pixel art style and enjoyable soundtrack.

Multiplayer is buggy and often unplayable, requiring third-party software like Hamachi.
Game has been abandoned by the developer, leading to unresolved bugs and lack of updates.
Difficulty can be frustrating, especially for new players, with no tutorial or guidance.

gameplay
560 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
53%
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The gameplay of Magicite is characterized by its addictive roguelike mechanics, combining platforming, crafting, and combat in a procedurally generated environment. While many players appreciate the engaging core mechanics and the challenge presented by permadeath, some criticize the game's bugs, lack of balance, and steep learning curve, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite its flaws, the game offers a charming aesthetic and a rewarding gameplay loop that encourages exploration and experimentation.
- “The music is great, the characters are fun, and the gameplay itself is phenomenal.”
- “Magicite is a cute little game which has everything - a nice soundtrack, fluid gameplay, challenge - it has it all.”
- “The gameplay is really addictive, very challenging, but extremely fun!”
- “The game is alright at best, it has many poorly designed mechanics such as starting stats being random and most unlocks being to only chance.”
- “I'm leaving a negative review because you can dump hours and hours into this game, learning the mechanics, getting better, etc.... but you can't beat it because it crashes at the victory screen so you can never get your rewards for winning.”
- “The crafting in this was simply bad design that makes gameplay less fun.”
stability
334 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
1%
99%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting persistent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. Many players highlight that the multiplayer aspect is particularly problematic, often leading to crashes and unplayable sessions. Overall, the game appears to be abandoned by its developers, leaving it in a state that many describe as unfinished and frustratingly unstable.
- “Game runs great on really budget systems; the music goes great with the gameplay, and multiplayer makes the game even more difficult or easier depending on whether people want to share or hoard.”
- “Runs great and is very fun.”
- “Runs great and is very fun.”
- “Do not buy, game was abandoned in a buggy broken state.”
- “This game is unplayable, buggy, abandoned, unfinished.”
- “The problem is that the multiplayer in this game is extremely buggy.”
graphics
332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
38%
5%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, vibrant colors, and overall aesthetic appeal, which many players find engaging and nostalgic. While some reviews note that the visuals may not be groundbreaking compared to newer titles, they effectively complement the gameplay and contribute to the game's enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, enhancing the experience for fans of retro and indie games.
- “The graphics are beautiful, I adore pixel art stuff and it is well made with a lot of replayability as you can make challenges for yourself such as fighting only with your bare fists or you're only able to eat raw meat and use bone weapons.”
- “The combination of good graphics, great music, and wonderful gameplay makes this game incredibly charming in my book.”
- “The art style is absolutely beautiful, and it makes me feel like I'm truly in the fantastic settings the game depicts.”
- “Music is generic and graphics are poor....”
- “Graphics are pretty poor for no apparent reason.”
- “Games like Terraria and Starbound do the graphics, platforming, and recipes correctly while this game just does it awkwardly.”
music
278 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
66%
32%
2%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its fantastic quality, memorable tracks, and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere. However, some users expressed disappointment over the lack of options to adjust music and sound effects, which detracted from their experience. Overall, the soundtrack is often described as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment.
- “The music is genuinely fantastic; not a single song have I ever felt the need to turn down my volume, they're all absolute bangers. My favorite is the scourge theme and the second town theme.”
- “The combination of good graphics, great music, and wonderful gameplay makes this game incredibly charming in my book.”
- “The soundtrack is amazing; inventory can be a hassle but it's fine when you know what you're doing, and it's a really fun game!”
- “Not much else to say, but the lack of options for music and sound effects is quite disappointing.”
- “I hate music in games, and being forced to mute the game because of there not being a slider makes the experience underwhelming and doesn't really push me to play the game.”
- “Music absolutely sucks...it makes grinding away such a chore.”
replayability
190 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
51%
2%
Magicite is widely praised for its high replayability, driven by numerous unlockable features such as races, hats, and companions, which encourage players to engage in multiple playthroughs. While some players note that the game can become repetitive and lacks the depth of other roguelikes, the combination of permadeath mechanics and varied character builds keeps the experience fresh and engaging. Overall, it offers a fun and addictive gameplay loop that appeals to both solo and multiplayer sessions, despite some bugs and limitations in multiplayer functionality.
- “It's fun as hell, every run feels fresh and unique, and this game has endless replayability.”
- “The game play is fun and fluid, playing with friends is also great fun and the game has almost infinite replayability with all the hats, races and companions to unlock.”
- “Magicite is a lot of fun, has immense replayability, and I highly recommend it to anyone who likes 2D platformers!”
- “If you start a playthrough with a friend, even if you make it to the last stage and beat the final boss, your game will break and you will get no credit for finishing - most of the replayability of this title comes from the unlockable races, hats, and companions, and due to this bug you will receive none of these in multiplayer mode.”
- “Magicite does have some potentially less desirable features though; the game has somewhat limited replayability after completion, especially after all 46 unlockables have been found, and the enemy-filled stages are generated in sections instead of completely random platform placement.”
- “It's another roguelike pixel platformer RPG; nothing to see here except the same gameplay a hundred other indie games go for with a slightly different aesthetic and a severe problem with low replayability.”
story
102 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
69%
8%
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its emotional depth and character development, particularly in titles like Clannad, which is noted for its unique storytelling and evolving themes. Conversely, other games are criticized for lacking a substantial narrative, with players highlighting that gameplay often overshadows any story elements present. Overall, while some games deliver compelling narratives, others leave players wanting more in terms of story engagement.
- “The story/plot/lore definitely draws you in.”
- “The complex and emotional story had me in awe.”
- “The way Clannad tells its story in such a simple but unique way, constantly evolving with time progressions, is truly a thought-provoking and valuable experience.”
- “It's one of those games that will take quite a few tries until you complete it - there's no story, just lots of action.”
- “Although there is only one ending, and no storyline at all.”
- “There is no backstory to speak of, no gods, no shrines, no trainers, no huge variety of items/vendors in towns, etc. it's fun for what it is, but it isn't worth the full price right now in my opinion.”
humor
81 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is widely praised for its quirky and often hilarious humor, with many players enjoying the comedic elements of its glitches and bugs, which add to the fun rather than detract from it. Multiplayer sessions are particularly noted for generating ridiculous and entertaining moments, making it a great choice for playing with friends. While some players mention issues with content and connectivity, the overall sentiment is that the humor and charm of the game make it a delightful experience.
- “It's a really smooth and funny game that can get you stuck in hours playing.”
- “Enemies launching themselves into the air at us using our allies' downed bodies, and shops randomly opening when we hit the W key while in a dungeon were some of the more hilarious and sometimes useful ones.”
- “If you have a good group of people to play with, there will be plenty of ridiculous, hilarious, and frustrating moments as you try to make it through the increasingly unforgiving levels.”
grinding
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The reviews highlight a mixed reception towards the grinding aspect of the game, with many players finding it excessively tedious and repetitive, leading to boredom after a few hours. While some enjoy the grind as part of the gameplay experience, others criticize the unbalanced mechanics and tedious inventory management that detracts from overall enjoyment. Overall, the game appeals to fans of grinding RPGs, but may frustrate those seeking a more streamlined experience.
- “The game is way too grindy for my liking and it gets boring after a few hours of gameplay since it's the same garbage all over again.”
- “You can't interact with NPCs, die for no reason, and upon reaching the ending after hours of grueling grinding, the game crashed and I somehow lost all of my previous progress.”
- “The unlocking system only allows extremely shallow boosts to the randomly generated levels and really tedious cosmetic changes.”
atmosphere
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
9%
The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its unique and visually striking regions, complemented by a fantastic 8-bit soundtrack that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of beautiful graphics, engaging music, and a memorable ambiance that draws them into the game, making it reminiscent of titles like Terraria and Starbound. Despite some gameplay shortcomings, the immersive atmosphere keeps players returning for more.
- “Hard game with a steep learning curve, but a very memorable atmosphere thanks to the music, art, and gameplay.”
- “I can't get enough of the eerie/doomed atmosphere of this game, kinda reminds me of the beginning of Majora's Mask, but dude you should buy it!!!!!!”
- “The graphics, atmosphere, and animations are just downright amazing!”
- “I can't get enough of the eerie, doomed atmosphere of this game; it kinda reminds me of the beginning of Majora's Mask.”
- “Very beautiful graphics, music is nice, nice atmosphere, but the gameplay is a bit lacking.”
- “Intense atmosphere and plenty of classes, hats, and variants to unlock, but it can feel overwhelming with the large and terrifying assortment of monsters and bosses.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on most computers and offers a fun multiplayer experience, significant issues persist, particularly with online connectivity and bugs like item duplication. Players express frustration over the unoptimized multiplayer system, which leads to lag and connectivity problems, detracting from the overall enjoyment. With improvements in network performance and bug fixes, the game has the potential to be a solid experience, especially for multiplayer sessions.
- “Unlike so many games, this game just feels optimized.”
- “When chilling out at friend's houses and trying to find something to play, Magicite is almost always one of the top three picks due to the fact that the game has a relatively low cost, it runs smoothly on almost any computer, and the fact that it seems almost designed to be played in groups where players can exchange items and trade weapons and gear.”
- “There are a few hiccups here and there with the networking optimization, but other than that this is a solid rogue-like game with some aspects that are comparable to Terraria.”
- “Magicite is a great game, but it lacks certain features and for me and my friends, online co-op is essential. However, it ruins this great experience with a ton of bugs that you encounter on a daily basis, whether it's the most obvious item duplication bug I've ever seen in my life or the poor network performance and connectivity issues.”
- “What I got is an unoptimized multiplayer system that lags at every turn, even with port forwarding.”
- “There are a few hiccups here and there with the networking optimization, but other than that, this is a solid rogue-like game with some aspects that are comparable to Terraria.”
emotional
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players noting its ability to evoke deep feelings and heartbreak, particularly in its afterstory, which resonates with themes of family. Despite some frustrations with technical issues, the complex narrative and challenging gameplay contribute to a powerful emotional experience that leaves players both moved and engaged. Overall, the game is described as incredibly emotional, often leading to tears and a sense of personal achievement amidst its challenges.
- “The complex and emotional story had me in awe.”
- “Even though I cried a lot and almost broke everything, I have had a fun time playing this game.”
- “Day 4: I cried.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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80%
The game is praised for its low price and absence of in-app purchases, distinguishing it from many other titles. However, players express frustration over the developer's neglect of the game's online features and perceive the early access status as a potential cash grab, compounded by misleading advertising. Despite these issues, the game remains enjoyable for single-player and local multiplayer experiences.
- “It's inexpensive and there are no in-app purchases like in other games for unlocks.”
- “I think it's another case of early access simply being a cover for a cash grab.”
- “Misleading advertisement.”
- “The developer stopped caring about the state of the game years ago while tauntingly advertising his other projects on the game's Steam page.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Character development in the game is praised for its strategic depth, allowing players to shape their success through various gameplay mechanics and resource management. Additionally, there is a noted trend towards 8-bit character design in indie games, which adds a nostalgic aesthetic to the character development experience.
- “Simple and intelligible gameplay mechanics, combined with strategic character development and resource management, allow success to take a few different shapes.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I found the character arcs to be predictable and uninspired, which detracted from my overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “There is a noticeable lack of depth in character customization options, leaving players with a sense of limitation.”