Majin and the Forsaken Kingdom

63%
Game Brain Score Based on 50 reviews
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  • graphics
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Despite some repetitive combat and unresponsive controls, Majin and the Forsaken Kingdom's evocative visuals, epic bosses and neat puzzles provide more than enough reason to witness the relationship between a thief and a giant magical oaf slowly flourish
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In Majin and the Forsaken Kingdom, a once thriving society is suddenly engulfed by a dark force that nearly eradicates all of its inhabitants. Many tried to reclaim their fallen homeland but were annihilated by strange warriors who rose from the darkness. A hundred years later, a cunning young outsider is drawn to this forsaken kingdom where he encounters and befriends Majin, a mysterious monster-…

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  • Xbox 360
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63%
Audience ScoreBased on 50 reviews
story10 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful graphics and a colorful art style that enhances the overall experience.
  • The gameplay includes clever puzzle design and enjoyable combat mechanics, allowing for a mix of exploration and teamwork with the Majin character.
  • The story, while simple, is engaging and focuses on themes of friendship and cooperation, making it appealing to a wide range of players.
  • The game suffers from linearity and repetitiveness, with many quests feeling similar and lacking depth.
  • Voice acting is often criticized as poor, detracting from the overall immersion and enjoyment of the story.
  • Players have reported frustrating controls and navigation issues, including a lack of a map and cumbersome combat mechanics.
  • story23 mentions

    The story of the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it charming and engaging, particularly the relationship between the protagonist and the majin, while others criticize it for being simplistic and poorly executed. Although the narrative unfolds through intriguing flashbacks and has moments of beauty, many reviewers note that the plot lacks depth and coherence, leading to confusion about objectives. Overall, the game offers a whimsical premise and heartwarming moments, but suffers from weak writing and acting that detracts from the overall experience.

    • “The scenery is well developed and stunning at some points, and the storyline keeps you playing just to see what happened to the kingdom.”
    • “This game is wonderful, whether you are a new gamer or an old vet like me, you will love the combat, the puzzles, and the whimsical story of the majin and the young thief.”
    • “A game that's wonderfully charming and sweet without ever becoming annoying or cloying, with a genuinely interesting story and characters that remain with you long after finishing the game.”
    • “The writing, not so much for the plot exposition but talking with the Majin, is so simplistic it sounds like a librarian reading a book to children, and kind of makes you wonder about the target audience, as the puzzles and combat are clearly out of the scope of a young kid.”
    • “While the premise is cute, the acting and overall story of this game is pretty weak.”
    • “One last thing... the story, unless I missed something early on, is not so well thought out.”
  • gameplay12 mentions

    The gameplay is a blend of traditional and unique elements, featuring adventure, puzzle-solving, and combat, though it often lacks polish and can feel clunky or sluggish. While it draws inspiration from popular franchises like Zelda and Tomb Raider, the experience is enjoyable and engaging, particularly due to the endearing relationship between the protagonists. Overall, it offers fun and challenging gameplay, despite some frustrations with combat mechanics and level design.

    • “The gameplay feels at once traditional and unique with a good mixture of adventure, puzzle solving, exploring new areas, fighting/sneaking, and a unique friendship between the two main characters. The overall experience is both remarkable and memorable with the rare ability to appeal to all age groups.”
    • “Its a classic fantasy adventure and is nothing new, but the gameplay does have you and the Majin working together to solve light puzzles as well as combat.”
    • “Otherwise, the gameplay is fun; it can be challenging and require some thought.”
    • “The gameplay is fairly simplistic and straightforward; the graphics are not phenomenal and the story is not incredibly compelling, but the relationship between the protagonist and Majin is endearing enough.”
    • “There was a lack of polish and gameplay was rather sluggish, to say the least.”
    • “The gameplay can be very clunky and cause you to redo levels several times.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals, colorful art style, and beautifully crafted scenery, creating a vibrant world that enhances the gameplay experience. However, some reviews note that while the graphics are impressive for older consoles like the PlayStation 2 and Xbox, they fall short when compared to expectations for Xbox 360 titles. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, despite some critiques regarding their consistency and depth.

    • “The graphic style and color scheme is awesome and the gameplay is a lot of fun.”
    • “Graphically, this game looks stunning; the different areas of the game all have their own take on things without making it feel too disjointed.”
    • “Amazing visuals and animations.”
    • “The gameplay is fairly simplistic and straightforward, the graphics are not phenomenal and the story is not incredibly compelling, but the relationship between the protagonist and Majin is endearing enough.”
    • “The graphics are well done and involve some really beautifully done scenery.”
  • music4 mentions

    The music in the game is described as typical for an action RPG, lacking distinctiveness but not detracting from the overall experience. While it serves its purpose, some reviewers feel that with more polish, it could have elevated the game's impact.

    • “The only real shame here is that with a bit of polish and some time spent on acting and music, this could have been a very special game.”
    • “The only real shame here is that giving a bit of polish and some time spent on acting and music, this could have been a very special game.”
    • “The music in the game seemed like your regular action RPG music; it didn't stand out, but it didn't distract from the game.”
    • “The music in the game seemed like your regular action RPG music; it didn't stand out, but it didn't distract from the game.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized as unintentionally hilarious, with players finding it genuinely funny despite some shortcomings in acting. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, creativity, and comedic elements.

    • “The results are unintentionally hilarious.”
    • “Sure, the acting could have been better, but it's really not that bad and isn't annoying at all; it's actually quite funny.”
    • “This game is fun, creative, and humorous.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect tedious, often requiring repetitive actions such as running long distances to retry challenging jumps, which can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

    • “There were several instances where I had to tediously run all the way around a massive arena just to attempt the same inane jump again and again.”
    • “The grinding feels endless, with repetitive tasks that offer little reward and make progress feel painfully slow.”
    • “I found myself stuck in a loop of grinding, where the same enemies respawned endlessly, making the experience feel monotonous and frustrating.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers generally appreciate the character design, indicating that it contributes positively to the overall character development in the game.

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