Magnetis

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Magnetis is a single player and multiplayer casual puzzle game. It was developed by Yullaby and was released on November 5, 2009. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Magnetis is a puzzle game that allows 1-4 players to play together or competitively. The objective is to connect magnets to create electric explosions and generate chain reactions for the highest score. With various single and multiplayer modes, including cooperative and battle modes, players can test their skills and unlock 40 achievements while enjoying a nostalgic 8-bit soundtrack. Online leaderboards are available for competitive players to compare scores.

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Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews

music6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Simple concept with good execution, making it fun and easy to learn.
Great music and sound effects enhance the gameplay experience.
Offers local multiplayer modes, making it more enjoyable with friends.

Feels too much like a Tetris clone, lacking originality.
Limited playing space can lead to frustration and a short playtime.
Prone to crashing and control issues, detracting from the overall experience.

music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The music in the game has received high praise, with many players highlighting its quality and appeal, which even drew them to purchase the game. The soundtrack is described as solid and enjoyable, enhancing the overall gameplay experience, particularly when played with good headphones. Overall, the music is a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's charm.
- “Pretty solid game for its price, great music, easy to learn but hard to master.”
- “With clear and fun gameplay, Magnetis has a challenging progression, nice soundtrack, and cool sound effects (play it with good headphones, please).”
- “The music of the trailer is what sold me.”
- “I got this because I stumbled onto the soundtrack online a few years back and really liked it, so I figured I could pick up the game as well (especially because it costs next to nothing).”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay of Magnetis is characterized by its engaging mechanics and challenging progression, offering a fun experience despite lacking a narrative and impressive graphics. Players can enjoy local multiplayer modes for up to four participants, as well as online scores and achievements, all enhanced by a captivating soundtrack and sound effects. Overall, the game prioritizes enjoyable and clear gameplay, making it a humorous and entertaining choice.
- “With clear and fun gameplay, Magnetis has a challenging progression, nice soundtrack, and cool sound effects (play it with good headphones, please). It features online (via Steam) scores and achievements, as well as local multiplayer in co-op and versus mode for up to 4 players.”
- “An interesting concept whose mechanics are larger than the playing space.”
- “No story, no good graphics, but very funny gameplay.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game lacks a compelling story and impressive graphics, but it compensates with entertaining and humorous gameplay that keeps players engaged.
- “There is no story to speak of, just a series of disjointed events.”
- “The narrative feels shallow and lacks any real depth or engagement.”
- “I found the story to be completely forgettable and uninspired.”
graphics
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics have been criticized as lacking quality, with users noting that they do not enhance the overall experience of the game. However, the gameplay is highlighted as entertaining and humorous, suggesting that the visuals are not the primary focus for players.
- “No story, no good graphics, but very funny gameplay.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Despite lacking a compelling story and impressive graphics, the gameplay is consistently praised for its humor, making it an enjoyable experience for players.
- “No story, no good graphics, but very funny gameplay.”