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MAGLAM LORD

Maglam Lord is a entertaining, albeit simple, action RPG with a wonderful story and well-done VN elements.
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63%Game Brain Score
story, character development
gameplay, graphics
73% User Score Based on 40 reviews
Critic Score 62%Based on 9 reviews

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MAGLAM LORD is a single player hack and slash game with a anime theme. It was developed by FELISTELLA Inc. and was released on May 30, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Maglam Lord takes you on an adventure that involves forging “Magic Swords.” The protagonist is a demon lord who once ran rampant but has since then lost his/her powers. Players will get the option to choose between a male or a female protagonist at the start of the game.

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story10 positive mentions
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  • The game features charming character interactions and a lighthearted story that keeps players engaged.
  • The weapon customization system is enjoyable and allows for creative expression in gameplay.
  • The dating mechanics are cute and add depth to character relationships, appealing to fans of visual novels.
  • Combat is overly simplistic and lacks depth, leading to repetitive gameplay.
  • The 3D graphics and dungeon design are subpar, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Many dialogue choices have little impact on the story, making them feel inconsequential.
  • story
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is characterized by lightheartedness and engaging character interactions, with a cheerful fantasy vibe that appeals to fans of visual novels. While minor dialogue choices exist, they have limited impact on the overall narrative, which some players found enjoyable despite its simplicity and lack of depth. Overall, the story and characters are considered the game's strong points, making it a decent choice for those who prioritize narrative over gameplay mechanics.

    • “The combat is quite shallow but the real star here is the interactions between cast members throughout the story.”
    • “I loved this game from beginning to end; the story was so much fun, and the characters were also good.”
    • “The story is lighthearted and the characters are simple but still fun.”
    • “Most dialogue choices have no impact on the story; there are many possible love interests/partners but dating is extremely shallow and consists of picking a location your date may or may not like.”
    • “Combine all that with a story and cast that don't leave much of an impression and you've got a game that you shouldn't give a second thought to playing.”
    • “The story segments are mildly amusing, as well as a few of the characters, but the plot goes nowhere fast, and the rest of the game is hard to enjoy.”
  • gameplay
    18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily focused on visual novel and dating sim elements, which some players found to detract from traditional gameplay experiences, leading to a slow start and a repetitive gameplay loop. While the dating mechanics and character interactions are enjoyable and reminiscent of other titles, many reviewers noted that the overall gameplay lacks depth and polish, making it less appealing for those prioritizing gameplay over story. Despite its shortcomings, the engaging narrative and charming character design may still attract fans of the genre.

    • “Visual novel with JRPG gameplay.”
    • “The 2D anime character design and voice acting are excellent, and the dating events included in the gameplay are the most fun, but they aren’t the main focus of the game.”
    • “Gameplay appears to be like that of the Swordcraft Story games, which is really cool.”
    • “They focus a bit too much on the visual novel and dating sim parts of the game for my preference; it took way too long to get to actual gameplay.”
    • “My main gripe with the game, however, is its shallow, repetitive gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is a letdown, though.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are a mixed bag, with many reviewers noting that while the 2D character designs and overall art style are appealing, the 3D graphics are often subpar and outdated. This disparity detracts from the overall experience, as the poor 3D models and animations can overshadow the game's aesthetic strengths. Many suggest that if 3D graphics cannot be executed well, a focus on 2D elements might be a better approach.

    • “The character design and other 2D graphics are pretty good, but the 3D graphics and models/animations are poor.”
    • “Game got the aesthetic mostly right; I love the art style, but its 3D visuals leave something to be desired.”
    • “Game got the aesthetic mostly right; I love the art style, but its 3D visuals leave something to be desired.”
    • “Despite the nice character designs, the poor 3D graphics often ruin the game.”
    • “The 3D graphics and its models are outdated, the monsters are few and the map design is boring.”
    • “Game got the aesthetic mostly right, love the art style but its 3D visuals leave some to be desired.”
  • character development
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highlighted by excellent 2D anime designs and engaging voice acting, contributing to a relaxing experience. However, while the dating events add fun, they are not the main focus, and the overall depth of romance is considered lacking. The contrast between the appealing character designs and the poor 3D graphics detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Witty dialogue, pretty good voice acting, and character designs make it a relaxing game without a doubt.”
    • “The 2D anime character design and voice acting are excellent, and the dating events included in the gameplay are the most fun, but they aren’t the main focus of the game.”
    • “The game looks nice, character design included.”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, players find the grinding in the game to be less intense compared to other titles in the genre, which is seen as a positive. However, some still note that the repetitive nature of grinding can become tedious, particularly for those unfamiliar with such mechanics, and it contributes to a sense of blandness in combat and quest completion.

    • “It's a pretty simple game and not tedious.”
    • “But to those who aren't used to things like that, it would definitely get tedious.”
    • “Aside from the story progression part, the rest are akin to repetitive elements of grinding.”
    • “Combat is bland and repetitive, 3D graphics lose their charm and personality, and lots of grinding is needed to complete quests.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and enhancing the overall experience, complementing the engaging story and characters. While some mechanics may have issues, the soundtrack stands out as a highlight, contributing to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.

    • “Turn off your brain, ignore the little issues with mechanics or the lack of depth, and just sink in for the world, story, music, and characters.”
    • “It's a shame because the soundtrack is catchy, the art is gorgeous, and the weapon customization is pretty enjoyable.”
    • “From the music to the combat to the character interactions, I just find this game to be an enjoyable experience.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its hilarious storytelling and engaging dating sim elements, allowing players to choose a "funny" path and interact with various partners. The lighthearted tone is complemented by a straightforward crafting system and character responses that reflect different personality traits, enhancing the comedic experience.

    • “The story is hilarious; it has dating sim aspects, the crafting system is very simple and easy to understand, and you have a variety of partners to choose from and date!”
    • “It even gives you a little info on what character will like certain responses or if you're being 'demonic', 'cool', or 'funny'.”
    • “Of course, I choose the 'funny' path!”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers limited replayability, as there is no progression carryover to new game plus (NG+) playthroughs, making it less appealing for players who are not completionists.

    • “No progression carryover to your NG+ playthrough either, so there's little to no replayability unless you're a completionist.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's not much incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices and consequences makes replaying the game feel redundant.”
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MAGLAM LORD is a hack and slash game with anime theme.

MAGLAM LORD is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and others.

MAGLAM LORD was released on May 30, 2022.

MAGLAM LORD was developed by FELISTELLA Inc..

MAGLAM LORD has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

MAGLAM LORD is a single player game.

Similar games include Crystar, Eternights, Sword Art Online: Lost Song, Agarest: Generations of War, Rune Factory 4 Special and others.