Magicka 2

74%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,868 reviews
  • gameplay
  • story
  • humor
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Magicka 2 is a great fantasy romp featuring some brilliant spells, vibrant visuals and great co-op action. Its minor issues aren't enough to stop you from having a blast.
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In "Magicka 2" , players become overpowered wizards in a co-op action adventure, traversing a nearly wizard-free Midgård to rid the world of evil. The game features the return of the dynamic spellcasting system, with new spells and elements like Poison, as well as improved graphics. The Digital Deluxe Edition includes exclusive robe sets and soundtrack.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,868 reviews
gameplay129 positive mentions
stability55 negative mentions
  • gameplay386 mentions

    The gameplay of Magicka 2 is characterized by its chaotic and humorous spellcasting mechanics, which are both fun and challenging, especially in co-op mode. While many players appreciate the variety of spells and the ability to cast while moving, some criticize the game for being less intuitive and more frustrating than its predecessor, with a shorter campaign and a reliance on cooldowns that detracts from the original's fast-paced action. Overall, the game offers a unique experience that is best enjoyed with friends, despite some mechanical shortcomings and a perceived lack of depth compared to the first installment.

    • “Half of the fun for this gameplay loop is 'accidentally' killing your teammate or bystanders with your wonky spellcraft, with hilarious results.”
    • “In addition to being funny and chaotic, the mechanics of spellcasting genuinely make you feel like a powerful wizard.”
    • “The gameplay is fun, and I would definitely recommend playing it co-op, but just as we were getting into the game 3 hours in, it was over.”
    • “The gameplay becomes stale.”
    • “Gameplay felt pretty mediocre beyond experimentation with spells.”
    • “Sadly gameplay is not fun and difficult.”
  • story349 mentions

    The story of Magicka 2 has received mixed reviews, with many players noting its brevity and lack of depth compared to its predecessor. While some appreciate the humor and whimsical elements, others find the narrative unengaging and filled with clichés, leading to a sense of disappointment regarding its overall execution. Despite its shortcomings, the game is often enjoyed more for its cooperative gameplay and spell-casting mechanics than for its storyline.

    • “Despite this, the lore story is still multi-faceted and interesting.”
    • “The story is that special blend of whimsical and reasoned that makes the game fun and enjoyable to experience.”
    • “The story is well constructed, and the game is packed full of pop culture references that tickle the funny bone.”
    • “The story is short and bland; humor is really dry, even children will find it hard to laugh.”
    • “The story sucks and there's no sense of humor in it at all.”
    • “The story is too short and my friend who bought the deluxe edition is so overpowered that I don't even want to play with him.”
  • humor327 mentions

    The humor in "Magicka 2" is a mix of chaotic gameplay and witty dialogue, often enhanced by the friendly fire mechanics that lead to hilarious accidental team kills. While many players find the humor enjoyable and reminiscent of the original game, some critiques point to a decline in originality and an overreliance on dated references. Overall, the game is best experienced with friends, where the comedic elements shine through the chaotic spellcasting and absurd situations.

    • “Team killing and throwing stones at goblins to reduce them into strawberry jam will never not be funny.”
    • “Magicka 2 is a hilarious, addictive gem that perfectly balances challenge and comedy.”
    • “The humor actually lands and made my friend and I chuckle many times.”
    • “The original game was great; I played this one immediately after, and it was far less fun and entirely unfunny compared to the first.”
    • “It's filled with small references to everything, but in a way that's just not funny.”
    • “The wands are not creative, and the cutscenes are so boring and not funny.”
  • graphics185 mentions

    The graphics in Magicka 2 have received mixed reviews, with many players praising the vibrant art style and improved visual effects compared to the first game. While some appreciate the colorful and cartoonish aesthetics, others feel that the graphical upgrades do not compensate for perceived downgrades in gameplay and overall design. Overall, the visuals are generally considered a step up, though opinions vary on their impact on the game's enjoyment.

    • “The graphics are simply beautiful!”
    • “The graphics look absolutely gorgeous, multiplayer has finally had the fix the entire community was waiting for in that you can now add players in the middle of a level, there are some new magicks and the boss fight mechanics are new and challenging in most cases.”
    • “Overall, I love this game as it has a rich dynamic gameplay, awesome graphics, superb level design and is fun to play with friends.”
    • “The graphical 'upgrade' is absolutely not worth the art style downgrade.”
    • “It's uglier, the art is made of plastic, the animations look bad and even the graphics are worse than the first game in my opinion.”
    • “The gameplay felt rough, the graphics worse than in the first game, the level design sloppy and the overall experience highly unsatisfying.”
  • stability58 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with many users reporting frequent crashes, bugs, and glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. While some players note improvements over the original game, such as reduced bugs and better performance, the overall experience remains marred by frustrating technical issues that can make the game nearly unplayable at times. Despite these problems, some players still find enjoyment in the chaotic nature of the glitches, suggesting a mixed reception regarding stability.

    • “Magicka 2 runs great, dropping some old elements from the previous game but introducing new ones.”
    • “The game runs great on PC, although it has unusually high CPU usage.”
    • “Co-op is easier and not buggy, including local co-op.”
    • “Even after managing to navigate through the maze of bugs, I was faced with incessant crashes and graphical glitches that made the game simply unplayable.”
    • “The Mac version of this game is so incredibly buggy that it is almost unplayable... the game would take keystrokes from any program on the computer... I would type into Firefox or the Steam chat and the text I typed would appear in the chat box in the game if it was open.”
    • “It's a huge buggy mess; you'd be better off not buying it or waiting for them to patch the bugs.”
  • music57 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its charm, humor, and ability to enhance gameplay, while others find it repetitive or lacking the memorable qualities of the original. The soundtrack is often described as enjoyable and fitting for the game's atmosphere, with standout tracks that players appreciate, though some feel it doesn't quite reach the heights of its predecessor. Overall, while the music is generally well-received, opinions vary on its impact and memorability.

    • “Awesome music, gameplay, design, humor.”
    • “The soundtrack is amazing, better than the first one.”
    • “Erm, the music is excellent and it will get stuck in your head.”
    • “The music is soulless and does not have any of the charm of the original game.”
    • “Where this game truly pales in comparison to its predecessor is its soundtrack.”
    • “The background music in this game is instantly forgettable save for the few encounters where a remixed 'dunka dunka' is playing from a radio in-game.”
  • replayability44 mentions

    Replayability in the game is a mixed bag; while some players find it highly enjoyable with friends due to various difficulty levels, challenge modes, and unlockable modifiers, others feel that the short campaign and repetitive gameplay limit its long-term appeal. Many reviews highlight that the game is more fun in multiplayer settings, but solo players may find the replay value lacking. Overall, the addition of DLCs and customization options can enhance replayability, but opinions vary significantly on its effectiveness.

    • “One of my childhood games, it's still pretty fun especially messing around doing glitches and having stupid experiences along with the fact the game is incredibly replayable. The boss battle can be infuriating, but it's well worth your time and money.”
    • “The game offers different equipables, difficulty levels, and custom difficulties, which increase the replayability by a lot.”
    • “It's a great game, with tons of replayability and hidden treats, and is definitely worth the price.”
    • “1/5 no replay value!”
    • “This game was hyped up for its replayability, but the only form of this is little modifiers you unlock to make enemies have more health, your spells do less damage, etc.”
    • “I finished the campaign in a short 4 hours with a friend, and there's little replay value due to the very same gameplay.”
  • optimization18 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its improved performance and control layout compared to Magicka 1, particularly on lower-end systems. However, many users report significant performance issues, especially during intense gameplay, leading to sluggishness and bugs. While some have experienced smooth gameplay, others recommend monitoring system performance closely and considering refunds if issues persist.

    • “This is Magicka without the severe optimization issues.”
    • “Yes, the game sucked when released, but now it runs smoothly.”
    • “The gameplay is tight, the performance solid even on my 5-year-old clunker, and the co-op is tremendously fun.”
    • “If you hope for better stability and performance than Magicka 1 had, you are in the wrong place.”
    • “The game is horribly optimized, sluggish, unresponsive, buggy, and on top of everything they changed the well-known controls from Magicka 1 for no apparent reason.”
    • “This is my specs, and I am simply unable to play this game normally for now, and God knows that I played a lot of badly optimized games.”
  • grinding15 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often describing encounters and boss fights as repetitive and overly challenging, leading to a sense of boredom. The lack of balance and power progression, especially in single-player mode, exacerbates the grind, making it feel like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience. While some appreciate the variety in gameplay, the overall sentiment leans towards grinding being a significant drawback.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Grinding in this game is rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
    • “The grind is challenging but ultimately satisfying.”
    • “This, however, was incredibly tedious - we died every few seconds due to not having enough health and enemies dealing way too much damage.”
    • “The most annoying and badly designed boss fight in gaming history, which is a combination of being irritatingly tedious combined with some terrible football match - and whatever designer thought that was fun is sorely mistaken.”
    • “There is one repeating sequence of events that makes playing it a tedious chore.”
  • atmosphere7 mentions

    The atmosphere of "Magicka 2" is characterized by its whimsical absurdity, enhanced by witty dialogues and self-referential humor that create a lighthearted and engaging experience. Players appreciate the game's cool art style, enjoyable music, and the overall balance of elements, which contribute to a vibrant and immersive environment that fosters camaraderie and fun.

    • “The witty dialogues and self-referential jokes are back, creating an atmosphere of whimsical absurdity that's bound to bring a smile to your face.”
    • “Magicka 2 is a great example of a sequel that took the best out of the prequel: the bugs were fixed, the balance of elements was settled, the humor and overall atmosphere are still there.”
    • “The cool art style and atmosphere really enhance the overall experience.”
    • “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the charm and depth that made the original game engaging.”
    • “Despite the colorful visuals, the overall atmosphere is surprisingly dull and fails to immerse players in the world.”
    • “The game tries to create a vibrant atmosphere, but it often feels lifeless and disconnected from the gameplay.”
  • emotional7 mentions

    Players report a wide range of emotional experiences while engaging with the game, from laughter and feelings of achievement to frustration and rage. The absurdity of certain moments elicits tears of joy, while the challenge of gameplay evokes a sense of empowerment and nostalgia. Overall, the game seems to provoke a rollercoaster of emotions, leaving players both entertained and deeply affected.

    • “It made me rage, it made me laugh, it made me feel powerful.”
    • “I want to state that writing this review makes me want to cry.”
    • “I have gone through several emotional stages by spending my time with that horrendous creation.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Reviewers express strong discontent with the monetization strategy, likening it to the negative experience of having advertisements in a paid game, suggesting that it undermines the value of the purchase.

    • “This to me is almost as bad as putting ads into a paid game.”
    • “The monetization model feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
    • “I can't believe how much they charge for basic features that should be included.”
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Critic Reviews

56% average critic score

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Play time

6hMedian play time
8hAverage play time
6hMain story
28hCompletionist
4-9hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 15 analyzed playthroughs

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