Mago: The Villain's Burger

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Mago: The Villain's Burger is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Dream Potion Games and was released on February 7, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Mago: The Villain's Burger is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlord's food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits!

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gameplay4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The pixel art and animations are beautiful, capturing a nostalgic retro feel.
The gameplay is fun and challenging, reminiscent of classic platformers with unique mechanics.
The music is enjoyable and adds to the overall charm of the game.

Controls can feel floaty and unresponsive, making precise movements difficult.
Level design lacks creativity and can be uninspired, leading to a repetitive experience.
The demo is short and lacks clear explanations for mechanics, leaving players confused.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
Gameplay in this title is generally described as basic and reminiscent of classic platformers, with some players appreciating the nostalgic elements and unique mechanics, such as the bird level and auto-runner segments. However, many reviewers criticize the floaty controls, bland level design, and frustrating mechanics that can lead to cheap deaths, making it less accessible for newcomers. While the art and music receive praise, the overall gameplay experience is marred by inconsistencies and a lack of depth, leading to mixed feelings among players.
- “The control scheme is easy to grasp right off the bat, due to the similarity to classic platformers, and you're sort of just thrown right into it without the need for an hour of pre-gameplay exposition.”
- “It's been a while since I played such a good platformer game; it's so fun, has nice mechanics, and is so satisfying to play.”
- “I like the idea of switching up the gameplay a bit, much like Cuphead did, which this seems to do with the bird race auto-runner and the side-scrolling shoot-'em-up seen in the trailer.”
- “Despite there being a language select setting (which defaults to Spanish, for some reason), the game has zero to no text except for the names of the levels, so if you are confused about the story, the characters, the gameplay, or whatever-the-heck you're doing, worry not, we all are!”
- “The last (?) level in this demo has a time limit and several mechanics you never encountered before, which is frustrating because you will run out of time or lives while figuring out these mechanics.”
- “A small game that ultimately chooses style over substance - while the pixel art is absolutely stunning and the retro music succeeds in selling a 90s vibe, the gameplay and level design itself is unfortunately rather bland and often irritating.”
music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic and retro feel, effectively complementing the pixel art and overall charm. Many reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as fantastic, catchy, and fitting for the game's atmosphere, although some note that the sound design could be improved. Overall, the music enhances the experience, making it a memorable aspect of the game.
- “It really nails the nostalgic feeling of the era via its intro and song on the main menu.”
- “It's a fun little platformer with some tough challenges and great music.”
- “This took me back on a sweet memory lane where a badass wizard runs through creative levels while I'm listening to cool beats of the soundtrack.”
- “Sound: the music is okay, nothing remarkable, and the sound font doesn't do it any favors.”
- “I give it a 6/10 for decent concept, art, and music, and passable gameplay.”
- “Oh, the music?”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the retro pixel art style and lively animations that enhance character appeal. However, some players criticize the visuals for being muddy and lacking detail, particularly on ultra-wide screens, which detracts from the overall experience. While the art style shows potential, issues with collision detection and a limited variety of visuals contribute to a sense of frustration among users.
- “I like the game's art style.”
- “Amazing graphics!”
- “Great 2D platformer with nice pixel graphics and a cool soundtrack.”
- “I understand the retro pixel aesthetic, but I know you could easily fit more on screen.”
- “Maybe it is because I am playing on an ultra-wide, but even at 5x the graphics are a terrible muddy mess.”
- “If these were fixed, I would give a recommendation, as I do like the art style, gameplay (other than the 'hold button to run' thing) and sound, but as it stands there's a few too many issues that give an overall feeling of frustration.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The story of the game is minimal and somewhat confusing, revolving around a character named Mago who seemingly wants to eat a burger, with little context provided through text or dialogue. While the quirky premise has potential, the lack of depth and clarity leaves players feeling lost, overshadowing the game's beautiful art and gimmicky mechanics. Overall, the narrative is seen as a weak point in an otherwise visually appealing but simplistic platformer.
- “The story is rightfully quirky (eating a villain's burger?) and I don't mind that, because I just felt happy when playing this.”
- “Despite there being a language select setting (which defaults to Spanish, for some reason), the game has zero to no text except for the names of the levels, so if you are confused about the story, the characters, the gameplay or whatever-the-heck you're doing, worry not, we all are!”
- “Despite there being a language select setting (which defaults to Spanish, for some reason), the game has zero to no text except for the names of the levels. So if you are confused about the story, the characters, the gameplay, or whatever-the-heck you're doing, worry not, we all are!”
- “While the art of Mago is without a doubt beautiful, it's just a bland linear SNES-style platformer with gimmicky mechanics that don't have any value, and I wish at least the plot were deeper than 'me want borger'.”
- “(Looking at you, Balan Wonderworld!) The story is that Mago wants to eat a burger... I guess?”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the game features a promising sense of humor, drawing comparisons to classic titles like Super Mario 64 with its playful villain expressions. Many express a strong appreciation for humor in games, indicating that it could be a standout aspect if executed well in the final release.
- “The game features a zoom-out 'villain face' moment that reminds me of Bowser laughing at you when you die in Super Mario 64, which adds a humorous touch.”
- “It looks like there will be some good humor in this game.”
- “I'm a sucker for good humor.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and disengaging, as it requires significant time investment for minimal rewards, such as upgrades that offer little impact. The lack of a full game and the necessity to farm currency for expensive items contribute to a frustrating experience that feels more like a demo than a complete game.
- “The shop has multiple items that cost several hundred, which means I can't grab multiple at a time and require grinding if I even want to see what they do, which was a staggering nothing apart from the max life ups.”
- “This is a tedious design that involves a lot of standing still and waiting for opportunity; it's boring and disengaging.”
- “This should definitely be listed as a demo instead of a game, because that's what it is. It tells you to check out the full game when you beat the boss, but there is no full game yet. I did everything in about 40-45 minutes, including in-game farming for currency to buy some upgrades, which did nothing.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report that the game exhibits some bugs and feels somewhat incomplete, which is expected given its current "beta" status prior to the full release.
- “It's a bit incomplete and buggy, but remember this is a beta version of the full release.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- “I encountered several glitches that disrupted gameplay and made it frustrating.”

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Mago: The Villain's Burger is a action adventure game.

Mago: The Villain's Burger is available on PC and Windows.

Mago: The Villain's Burger was released on February 7, 2022.

Mago: The Villain's Burger was developed by Dream Potion Games.

Mago: The Villain's Burger has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its story.

Mago: The Villain's Burger is a single player game.

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