Mahou Arms

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Mahou Arms is a single player hack and slash game with fantasy and anime themes. It was developed by Dischan Media and was released on April 28, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Mahou Arms" is a frantic anime-style arena fighting game. Choose from a variety of magical girls, each with unique abilities, and battle it out in fast-paced matches. Customize your loadout and strategies to outmaneuver and overwhelm your opponents. With vibrant graphics and intense action, it's a must-play for fans of the genre.

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Audience ScoreBased on 197 reviews

story17 positive mentions

grinding3 negative mentions

The combat system is smooth and satisfying, reminiscent of games like Devil May Cry and Nier Automata.
The art style and character designs are visually appealing, with well-executed comic-style cutscenes.
The game has potential for future updates, with a roadmap indicating planned content and improvements.

Currently, the game has limited content with only a few missions and enemy types, leading to repetitive gameplay.
The camera can be problematic, often feeling too close to the character and causing disorientation during combat.
There is a lack of a tutorial or clear instructions on controls, making it difficult for new players to understand the combat mechanics.

story
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story, centered around a magical girl named Amelia fighting an alien invasion, is currently limited to two short missions and a side mission, totaling around two hours of gameplay. While the comic-style presentation of the narrative is praised for its uniqueness and aesthetic appeal, many players feel that the story lacks depth and clarity, with repetitive gameplay and minimal character development. Overall, there is potential for a more engaging narrative, but as it stands, the content is sparse and leaves players wanting more.
- “The game has great potential, for the story, love, and music.”
- “Dialogue is natural, the story is done through a cool comic/manga panel style, and there are actually a few extra activities in the game that probably have an absurd amount of effort put into them; like insanely absurd amounts of quality.”
- “The premise is interesting; from just what little I have experienced, I am excited to see the rest of the story.”
- “After years of development, the game has only 3 missions.”
- “There is a bit of a story, but it's pretty short at the moment and not much is really explained.”
- “There are only 2 story missions as of now, and the mechanics of the game, while fun and promising, are not explained and you can't figure them out through keybinds either.”
graphics
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful art style, professional quality, and unique aesthetic, with many reviewers highlighting the comic-book inspired cutscenes and smooth visuals. However, some users note that while the graphics are impressive, they do not fully compensate for ongoing development issues and gameplay concerns. Overall, the visuals are considered a major highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite some optimization challenges.
- “The artwork is probably the main highlight of this game followed by its smooth gameplay.”
- “The visuals are nice, and the character designs are top notch.”
- “The visual style is this game's greatest draw, from its graphics to its very clean UI.”
- “I bought this nearly 4 years ago due to the unique art style that appealed to me, only to come back and see it's still in the same shape as years ago.”
- “While I believe the game has promise in its combat mechanics, art style, and 18+ content, there hasn't been a substantial update in a long time.”
- “The visuals are a mixed bag.”
gameplay
73 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising its solid core mechanics and engaging combat reminiscent of titles like Nier: Automata and Devil May Cry. However, players have noted that it currently lacks depth and variety, with limited content and some mechanics not well-explained. Overall, while the gameplay shows promise and is enjoyable, it requires further refinement and additional content to reach its full potential.
- “And finally, but most importantly, the core gameplay loop is solid.”
- “The gameplay is so engaging, I love it.”
- “The gameplay is great, you really feel in control at all times.”
- “It seems like more focus is being put on the h-patch aspects of the game than the actual gameplay.”
- “Characters are missing entire combat mechanics, and overall there isn't much to do save for playing around with some basic tier mobs in the few modes and one decently fleshed out chapter with a boss.”
- “Despite the mechanical difficulties above, combat never felt challenging or interesting.”
music
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many praising its quality and emotional impact, particularly in relation to the story and overall atmosphere. However, some players express disappointment over the lack of variety during combat, which detracts from the experience. Overall, while the soundtrack is generally well-received, improvements in combat music and audio mixing are suggested to enhance gameplay further.
- “The music and art style are beautiful, but the gameplay currently is meh.”
- “The game is very stylized and the music itself is quite pleasant and generally fitting of the situation.”
- “Character design is very good, world design seems pretty solid from the couple of missions available, and the soundtrack and general audio design is excellent.”
- “Music is pretty bad and they don't even have battle themes for the battles.”
- “The lack of good music during combat makes the combat go from being a 10/10 banger to a 7/10.”
- “Audio is good, but the mixing could use a few changes, as the sound effects are really loud compared to the music.”
character development
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the character development in the game is highly praised, with reviewers highlighting the gorgeous and well-rendered character designs that contribute to the game's unique personality. The art direction, fluid combat system, and attention to detail in visuals and UI further enhance the immersive experience, making the characters memorable and engaging.
- “Gorgeous art direction and character design.”
- “+ this is a game with personality, the visuals, the sound, the character design all scream that a lot of love was poured into this game.”
- “Character design is very good, world design seems pretty solid from the couple of missions available, and the soundtrack and general audio design is excellent.”
optimization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback; while some players find it runs well and is accessible even on lower-end systems, others highlight significant areas needing improvement, such as combat mechanics and bug fixes. Many users express a desire for more updates to enhance performance and content, indicating that while the foundation is solid, further optimization is necessary for an optimal experience.
- “Compared to other AAA games, the game is actually optimized and runs well.”
- “I recommend buying it to support the devs. A very well-optimized game that even a potato can run.”
- “Graphics look great, although optimization is something that still needs more work.”
- “I had my fun with it, but I really wish the game would be updated more with more content and bug/performance fixes.”
- “My only problem so far is that it needs more optimization.”
- “No attack customizations, no tutorial, and very poor optimizations.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is currently in early access and, while it has some bugs, it remains highly playable without any major game-breaking issues reported. Overall, users find it stable enough for enjoyable gameplay.
- “The game isn't bug-free, but it is very playable and there is nothing game-breaking that I am aware of.”
- “I appreciate how stable the game feels overall; I've encountered minor issues, but nothing that disrupts the experience.”
- “Despite a few glitches, the game runs smoothly and allows for an enjoyable experience without major interruptions.”
- “In the early access stage, it is still a little buggy, but it works well.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious due to the excessive number of mandatory enemies that require significant time to defeat. While some acknowledge the necessity of combat for progression, they suggest that reducing the frequency or difficulty of encounters could enhance the overall experience.
- “There are way too many mandatory enemies to kill, and they can take quite a while to defeat, making things feel tedious at times. I understand that bypassing combat would make the game pointless, but it would be nice if they toned things down a bit.”
- “The grinding in this game is excessive; it feels like I'm just repeating the same tasks over and over without any real progress.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly monotonous, as it often feels like I'm just going through the motions rather than enjoying the gameplay.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the potential for increased replayability exists as future updates promise to introduce more playable characters, enhancing the game's variety and encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different choices.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the random events and character interactions.”
- “With further development, there will be more playable characters available.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heart-wrenching story and melancholic soundtracks, which resonate deeply with players, despite some criticism of the gameplay being cheesy and the camera causing discomfort.
- “Cheesy gameplay, melancholic soundtracks, and most importantly the heart-wrenching story were the perfect ingredients for gaming success.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a moody and immersive soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, although some players feel it doesn't seamlessly integrate with the combat elements. The music, particularly in level 2, is noted for its strong atmospheric quality.
- “The one thing I will say is that I'm a stickler for a good OST, and the music in the game is more atmospheric than anything, creating a unique ambiance that doesn't quite gel with combat entirely.”
- “Especially the one in level 2, which is very moody and atmospheric.”