Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate

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Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate is a multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by Evan Szymanski and was released on March 6, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate is a comedic sandbox game where players infiltrate a wizarding school to stop the evil syndicate S.P.I.D.E.R. Using spells, espionage, and physics-based chaos, you can choose to complete the mission or unleash destruction on fellow students. Multiplayer allows up to four players to team up for cooperative mayhem.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 778 reviews

humor69 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The game captures the nostalgic charm of early Harry Potter games while adding chaotic sandbox elements, making it a fun experience.
Players enjoy the freedom to experiment with spells and potions, leading to hilarious and unpredictable outcomes.
The multiplayer aspect enhances the fun, allowing friends to engage in chaotic antics together.

Currently, the game has limited content, with only a few hours of gameplay available in early access.
Some players experience performance issues, including frame rate drops and bugs that can disrupt gameplay.
The lack of a clear direction or guidance can lead to confusion, making it difficult for players to navigate the game effectively.

humor
69 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious voice acting, physics, and sandbox gameplay that leads to unexpected and comical situations. Many reviews note that the game is particularly enjoyable in multiplayer, where chaotic interactions and absurd scenarios result in continuous laughter. Overall, it is described as a fun and silly experience reminiscent of classic games, making it a standout for those seeking lighthearted entertainment.
- “The voice acting, the music, the physics, are all just ridiculously on it and so hilariously fun to the point that I'm going to be buying this game for my friends so I can force them to play it with me.”
- “I spent 2.5 hours last night bursting out laughing; this game is absolute peak.”
- “Not only that, but the pure shenanigans you can get up to with friends even after the mission is completed is hilarious, and I highly recommend it if you enjoy just some goofing off with friends.”
story
59 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
78%
5%
The game's story is currently limited, featuring only one main mission that can be completed in a few hours, but it offers a humorous and engaging experience with plenty of exploration and secrets. Players express a strong desire for additional missions and content, as the existing narrative, while fun, lacks depth and complexity. Overall, the potential for a richer story is evident, and many are eagerly awaiting future updates to expand the game's narrative scope.
- “From the very first moment I pressed start, I was captivated by the vibrant world and rich storytelling, and by the time I finished the final mission, I knew this game had changed me forever.”
- “At its core, secret agent wizard boy tells the story of Alex, a gifted young wizard who, under the guise of a secret agent, is tasked with dismantling an international crime syndicate that operates in the shadows of the magical and non-magical worlds.”
- “The emotional depth of the story caught me off guard, making me reflect on my own life in ways few other games have.”
- “The intro is the only plot you get.”
- “The current storyline is very short and a simple object gathering quest, but that's fine because I keep finding myself forgetting there's even a goal.”
- “Right now, the actual plot of the gameplay might take someone an hour, or less.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
53%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by its chaotic and emergent mechanics, offering players a blend of fast-paced action and puzzle-solving within a sandbox environment. While the core loop is engaging and filled with potential for exploration and experimentation, some players find the progression vague and occasionally frustrating due to frequent deaths. Overall, the game is praised for its humor, rewarding moments, and the fun of playing with friends, though it could benefit from additional missions and clearer objectives.
- “Fantastic early access game with a lot of potential, gives you a lot of freedom to do whatever and a lot of mechanics that allow you to mess around in fun ways.”
- “The core gameplay loop is engaging and promising.”
- “My favorite element of the game is its emergent gameplay potential: at one point I knocked over a giant object, which fell on a bounce pad and then flew out a window.”
- “I expected the classic gameplay of the old Harry Potter parts, platforming, magic, and collecting, but I got something vague where you die every five minutes.”
- “If you have the patience to suffer through the death, potion, death, potion, death, potion cycle, then you may actually start to enjoy this game as you painstakingly figure out the mechanics.”
- “On the downside, I found the mechanics with jump pads a bit crooked.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The graphics of the game successfully evoke a nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of early PS1/N64 and classic Harry Potter titles, appealing to fans of that era. While some users note that the visuals can be repetitive in certain areas, the overall art style and atmosphere are praised for their charm and alignment with the game's fun physics and gameplay.
- “Absolutely nails the UE1 look as well, just an aesthetically successful and pleasing game.”
- “The graphics and sounds perfectly match the atmosphere of the original Harry Potter games on PlayStation 2.”
- “Really nails a nostalgic aesthetic for early PS1/N64 era games.”
- “The game has some okay graphics, but it does suffer from repetitiveness in certain areas.”
- “The game is heavily inspired by the old Harry Potter PC games from the early 2000s in terms of aesthetic and controls, but combines elements from other games like Hitman, GMod, and Goat Simulator.”
- “Cozy visuals like the old Harry Potter games.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
45%
11%
The music in the game has received high praise for its whimsical and nostalgic qualities, reminiscent of classic titles, with enjoyable brass elements and a strong ambient feel. Reviewers appreciate the sound design and voice acting, noting that the music enhances the overall experience, despite some technical issues with audio synchronization. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that contributes significantly to the game's charm.
- “The voice acting, the music, the physics, are all just ridiculously on point and so hilariously fun that I'm going to be buying this game for my friends so I can force them to play it with me.”
- “Even the soundtrack reminds me greatly of those old games and the amazing ambience they had.”
- “Big plus for the sound design, voice acting, and especially the wonderful music that does its own thing while retaining a similar feel to those other games - well done <3”
- “- camera alert music commonly desyncs and plays constantly for non-hosts.”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a profound emotional impact from the game, highlighting its ability to evoke nostalgia and self-reflection through its engaging story and world-building. The combination of humor, innovative gameplay, and unexpected challenges contributes to a unique emotional experience that resonates deeply with players, reminiscent of childhood feelings. Overall, the game stands out for its emotional depth, making players feel like true wizards in a vibrant, immersive world.
- “I can't begin to describe how this game made me feel.”
- “The emotional depth of the story caught me off guard, making me reflect on my own life in ways few other games have.”
- “What truly elevates Secret Agent Wizard Boy above other games is how it made me feel.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for enhanced replayability features, such as sandbox modes, diverse spell combinations, and side missions, to extend the game's longevity. While the current early access version offers multiple ways to complete missions and is enjoyable in both singleplayer and multiplayer modes, the overall experience is considered short and could benefit from additional content to boost replay value.
- “I've played through the mission that's currently available in early access and it has some fun replayability too since everything can be accomplished in a number of ways.”
- “A wonderful time both singleplayer and multiplayer, just all together it's such a silly, goofy, interesting game that doesn't take itself seriously which is why it's a really fun experience with some replayability despite the current objective being short and easy to complete.”
- “I really hope there are things that will increase the replay value and the game's longevity, maybe like a sandbox mode, more spells and potential spell and potion combinations, actual side missions (not just exploration based), a workshop (mods can really improve and alter the game, though this may be difficult considering it's an early access title), etc.”
- “Its replayable.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game currently suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting a noticeable drop in performance over time, potentially due to memory leaks. While expectations are tempered given its early access status, there is hope for improvements in future updates to address these performance concerns.
- “Since it's still in early access, I'm not expecting much in the optimization department, but hopefully it gets polished in future major updates since it's pretty easy to kill the game's performance.”
- “I'm playing on a 3060, i5-10600K, and 32GB of RAM, and while the game runs decently at first, performance noticeably drops the longer I play.”
- “I'm playing on a 3060, i5-10600k, and 32GB of RAM, and while the game runs decently at first, performance noticeably drops the longer I play.”
- “FPS steadily decreases over time, which makes me think there's some memory leak or performance issue that needs addressing.”
- “But it has severe performance troubles, sadly.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be highly unstable, with numerous bugs that detract from the overall experience. While some players have found ways to exploit glitches for speedrunning, these issues are seen as undermining the game's intended enjoyment.
- “Really, really buggy and very few things to do.”
- “I would love to love this game, but holy hell is it buggy.”
- “That being said, I did speedrun this game in the 100% no out-of-bounds category, because abusing out-of-bounds glitches to get to the end instantly is kind of lame and antithetical to the spirit of this whole game.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy primarily revolves around microtransactions, which have received mixed feedback from users. While some appreciate the optional nature of these purchases, others feel they can create an imbalance in gameplay or detract from the overall experience.
- “The game is riddled with microtransactions that feel exploitative.”
- “I can't enjoy the game without being bombarded by constant prompts to spend money.”
- “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall, making it frustrating to progress.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is highly praised, with users noting that the graphics and sounds effectively capture the essence of the original Harry Potter games on PlayStation 2, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- “The graphics and sounds perfectly match the atmosphere of the original Harry Potter games on PlayStation 2.”
- “Atmosphere is great; the gameplay is overall fine.”

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Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate is a action adventure game.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate is available on PC and Windows.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate was released on March 6, 2025.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate was developed by Evan Szymanski.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its graphics.

Secret Agent Wizard Boy and the International Crime Syndicate is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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