Revenge of the Mage

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Revenge of the Mage is a single player casual role playing shooter game. It was developed by SinginGiant and was released on January 16, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

RotM is an Action Roguelite FPS game where players get in the robes of a Mage. Let the hands of fate open ways for the power of your magic. Save the Multiverse to power up yourself! Unlock, collect, discover, live, die, repeat!

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87%

Audience ScoreBased on 82 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

Engaging and fast-paced gameplay with a variety of spells and characters, making each run feel fresh and exciting.
Visually appealing graphics and sound design that enhance the overall experience, creating an immersive atmosphere.
Frequent updates from developers show commitment to improving the game, with potential for more content and features in the future.

Performance issues, including crashes and significant frame rate drops, especially in crowded areas, detracting from the gameplay experience.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the roguelite progression and card system, feel unbalanced and grindy, making it frustrating to unlock upgrades.
Level design and map aesthetics are criticized for being small, cluttered, and lacking variety, which can lead to a repetitive experience.

gameplay
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
46%
11%
The gameplay is generally praised for its smooth mechanics, engaging combat, and dynamic roguelite elements that keep each run fresh and enjoyable. While some players note a lack of impactful equipment and potential frustrations with certain mechanics, the overall experience is described as fun and polished, with a strong emphasis on spell selection and strategic gameplay. Many reviewers express excitement for future updates and additional content.
- “The combat feels smooth, the enemies keep you on your toes, and the roguelite mechanics make every run feel fresh.”
- “Revenge of the Mage nails the gameplay experience that its genre promises you.”
- “The gameplay mechanics are smooth; it's clear that the developers poured their hearts into creating this experience.”
- “Mechanics like the escalating difficulty from Risk of Rain and soul-dropping from Souls games feel like uninspired copies, adding little value and more frustration.”
- “This idea is what I see from my half an hour of gameplay; maybe they change over time.”
- “In the current state of the game, I would score it a 6/10 (which can easily get higher).”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
22%
7%
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their stunning visuals and appealing art style, showcasing significant effort in design. However, some users noted that the animations feel disjointed and lack sufficient audio/visual feedback, detracting from the overall experience. While the graphics are impressive, there is still room for improvement, particularly in animation fluidity.
- “The game was made with Unreal Engine, which made it graphically beautiful and fluid.”
- “The visuals are stunning; you can clearly see the effort put into them.”
- “The stylized graphics are beautiful, and the fire mage is chef’s kiss.”
- “Graphics and map design are decent, though the second map could be bigger and needs more open areas.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
71%
29%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising it as excellent and immersive, enhancing the overall atmosphere, while others feel it could be improved. However, many players appreciate the energetic soundtrack, describing it as a standout feature that complements the fast-paced gameplay. Overall, the music is seen as a significant asset, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “✅ Sound design & music?”
- “+ Excellent music and sounds.”
- “ Good soundtrack: the music adds to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The music is lacking and leaves much to be desired; in the worst-case scenario, I can always use my own.”
- “The sound design and music are disappointing.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
14%
57%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players experiencing significant frame rate drops and performance issues, particularly in crowded areas. While a few users noted that the game is enjoyable and has potential, many agree that it requires further polish and improvements to enhance performance.
- “Good optimization.”
- “I have a small performance issue, but it is okay.”
- “I did experience some stuttering on the second level, with the game dropping from 60fps to the 30s, but it was manageable.”
- “- Optimization is awful; RTX 4070 mobile barely gives 60 fps in crowded zones.”
- “This game is a ton of fun in early access but needs some more polish and support for XESS and FSR because performance is a bit bad right now.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, with enemies quickly becoming overwhelming while upgrades offer minimal improvements. The experience can feel frustrating, especially on higher difficulties, as players may need to invest dozens of hours for marginal gains, which can detract from overall enjoyment unless the gameplay remains engaging.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “However, the roguelite elements are underwhelming and incredibly grindy.”
- “The main problem here is that enemies escalate way too fast, while, on the other hand, the upgrades you are getting are similar to '5% more critical chance', '8% more shield', '2% more critical damage', '10% more max HP', so you better rush it, because after 20 minutes, you will die in 2 hits. And here I am talking about medium difficulty. In hard difficulty, after 10 minutes, all enemies feel like bosses and it takes over a minute to kill one, while they can instakill you, turning the game into an insanely tedious experience.”
- “So, if it doesn't bother you to grind for dozens of hours for slight upgrades, as long as gameplay is fun, this might be for you.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The story in "Revenge of Mage" is noted for being interesting and engaging, contributing positively to the overall gameplay experience. However, some users feel that there is a lack of depth, with one reviewer indicating that there is "no story" present.
- “Revenge of Mage offers an enjoyable experience with engaging gameplay and an interesting storyline.”
- “There is essentially no story to speak of.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and lacks coherence.”
- “I found the plot to be predictable and uninspired.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by a good soundtrack, with users noting that the music significantly contributes to the immersive experience.
- “The music adds to the immersive atmosphere.”
- “The game's visuals create a hauntingly beautiful environment that draws you in.”
- “Every sound and detail contributes to a sense of tension and wonder.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express concerns about the monetization strategy, suggesting that the developers may be prioritizing profit over quality by releasing multiple games in early access simultaneously. They advise potential buyers to wait until the other game is fully released before purchasing, as the current situation feels like a cash grab.
- “These developers have two games in early access. Do not buy this game until they release the other game from early access; right now, it seems like they are doing a cash grab.”
- “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, with too many paywalls and not enough content for free players.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind a paywall, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its high replayability, offering significant value despite its low price, and features impressive graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- “The game has high replayability.”
- “It's an affordable game that doesn't skimp on graphics or replayability.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting a lack of variety in gameplay elements and a failure to deliver comedic moments, particularly in combat and enemy interactions. Overall, the humor does not enhance the experience, leaving players wanting more engaging and diverse comedic content.
- “The game suffers from a lack of variety—there aren’t enough skill cards, the UI design is poor, the combat is not funny, and enemy diversity is severely lacking.”