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Sorcery!

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82%Game Brain Score
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82% User Score Based on 864 reviews

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Sorcery! is a single player casual role playing game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by inkle and was released on May 2, 2013. It received positive reviews from players.

"Sorcery!" is a four-part interactive adventure game set in a magical world, where your choices rewrite the story and impact the entire journey. It features a 3D map for planning, unique touch-based sword-dueling, and is based on the best-selling gamebook series by Steve Jackson. With thousands of choices and procedurally-generated descriptions, the game offers a one-of-a-kind, immersive RPG experience.

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82%
Audience ScoreBased on 864 reviews
story68 positive mentions
monetization3 negative mentions
  • The game features an engaging and immersive storyline that draws players in, reminiscent of classic choose-your-own-adventure books.
  • The spellcasting and combat mechanics are innovative and allow for a variety of strategies, enhancing the gameplay experience.
  • The graphics and overall presentation are beautiful, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable to explore.
  • The game is quite short, with many players finishing it in under two hours, leading to concerns about its value for the price.
  • Players expressed disappointment that this installment is only part one of a series, requiring additional purchases for the complete story.
  • Some users experienced technical issues, such as crashes and problems with the user interface, which detracted from the overall experience.
  • story
    160 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is widely praised for its immersive and engaging narrative, featuring rich character development and multiple branching paths that enhance replayability. However, many players express frustration over the short length of the initial installment and the need for additional purchases to continue the story, leading to concerns about value for money. Overall, while the storytelling and mechanics are well-executed, the episodic nature and pricing model have left some players feeling unsatisfied.

    • “The story is engrossing, and decisions you make have real and lasting impacts throughout.”
    • “A great game, with story and characters I actually get invested in and care about, all unfolding in a lushly detailed world that is a joy to explore.”
    • “The sheer number of routes and choices you can make are outstanding and the storywork is truly well done.”
    • “Don't see myself going through the story again, okay story but not the greatest in my opinion.”
    • “It feels like a rip-off that to get even half the story, I have to pay double.”
    • “Just when the story really starts to kick off, the game ends and they want you to shell out another $5 for the second half.”
  • gameplay
    56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the gameplay is praised for its innovative mechanics, engaging story, and solid writing, making it enjoyable for fans of text-based gaming. However, many reviewers express disappointment over the short duration of gameplay relative to its price, with some feeling that the experience lacks depth and complexity. While the art and combat mechanics are well-received, the consensus is that the game may not offer enough content to justify its cost.

    • “The developers have put a lot of time and effort into the sorcery series, and that is reflected by how well done the mechanics, art, and story are in the game.”
    • “The gameplay is absolutely fantastic, keeping away from completionism in favor of replayability.”
    • “The battle mechanic is clever without being overly complex; the story is great and the choices open to you feel like you have a real sense of control.”
    • “It feels more like it should be a free demo, introducing the world and gameplay before paying for the rest of the game.”
    • “The gameplay and story aren't particularly gripping, and the entire experience can fit within a couple of hours.”
    • “£3 for a couple of hours of gameplay is a complete rip off!”
  • replayability
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game exhibits a mixed but generally positive perception of replayability. Many players appreciate the numerous choices and outcomes that encourage multiple playthroughs, with some noting the ability to carry characters into sequels as a significant advantage. However, a few reviews mention limitations in replay value due to the game's short length or repetitive events, suggesting that while replayability is a strong feature, it may not be as robust for all players.

    • “The game is a little short, but extremely replayable with so many different choices and outcomes.”
    • “Deep, interesting, almost infinitely replayable.”
    • “Your progress is carried through in the rest of the games which makes for even more replay value once the other games come out.”
    • “But, unlike the superb 80 Days from the same studio, I'm not sure about replayability.”
    • “Very limited replay value.”
    • “Worth $3 maybe $4, for sure, and it's fun, but it doesn't seem to have much in replay value.”
  • graphics
    41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their beauty and immersive quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Many users highlight the stunning artwork and visual design, which contribute significantly to the game's engaging storyline and atmosphere. However, some reviews note that while the graphics are impressive, there are areas where they could be more dynamic, particularly in combat sequences.

    • “The graphics are gorgeous and the immersive storyline will suck you in quickly.”
    • “The world is great, the artwork is fantastic, it's very exciting to find out what could be around any corner.”
    • “The graphics and art are beautiful, especially when moving around the map.”
    • “Graphics are plain.”
    • “Great style and graphics but terrible story.”
    • “I give the nod to Lone Wolf because it has a much more interactive combat system (but slightly less depth), along with a graphical presentation that easily surpasses that of Sorcery.”
  • music
    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive quality, enhancing the overall atmosphere and gameplay experience. While many reviewers highlight the beautiful compositions and sound design, some note issues with volume balance and slight distortion. Overall, the music is considered a significant strength, complementing the engaging story and stunning visuals.

    • “The immersive elements, music, RPG style battles, and sound effects make for hours of gameplay, and I cannot wait to continue my journey.”
    • “The map itself is gorgeously done, as is the music, and I love the story.”
    • “Overall very atmospheric and beautiful with the music and everything.”
    • “Also, I think the difference in volume between ambience and music is a tad too much.”
  • atmosphere
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its well-designed and immersive qualities, evoking nostalgia and beautifully complementing the narrative with effective music and subtle sound effects. Reviewers appreciate how it captures the essence of the original book while enhancing the experience with rich illustrations and a magical ambiance.

    • “A really well designed and atmospheric take on the original book.”
    • “I love the atmosphere and the text is written very well.”
    • “Overall very atmospheric and beautiful with the music and everything.”
  • monetization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with players appreciating the lack of intrusive ads and in-app purchases, which enhances the overall experience. However, some users noted the absence of features like Google Play Games integration and cloud sync as drawbacks.

    • “Good game, intrusive ads.”
    • “In a world of horrific in-game purchase bait, this is a game made by people who love what they do and want you to love it too.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate a lack of character development, with players noting that while choices significantly impact the story, the characters themselves do not evolve meaningfully. Additionally, some users expressed frustration with limited customization options and readability issues, further detracting from the overall character experience.

    • “Each choice is important and impacts the entirety of your story and character development.”
    • “The character development is rich and engaging, allowing players to truly connect with their characters.”
    • “I love how the game allows for meaningful growth and transformation of characters throughout the story.”
    • “For one, there is no character development.”
    • “However, I can barely read the spellbook because the text is so small, and there's little character development or customization.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization for the game varies among users; while some report smooth performance without issues, others highlight that it is not well-optimized for specific devices like the Galaxy S7 Active. Overall, the game is generally considered fun and easy to use.

    • “Runs smoothly, never had a problem with it.”
    • “Fun, easy to use, runs smoothly.”
    • “The screen is not optimized for the Galaxy S7 Active; please fix this.”
    • “The game suffers from severe performance issues on lower-end devices.”
    • “I experienced frequent frame drops and stuttering, making it unplayable at times.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences frequent freezing issues, with users reporting that it can freeze their devices about one in three times during play. Despite these stability concerns, players still find the gameplay enjoyable.

    • “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the gameplay is; it never lags or freezes.”
    • “The performance is consistently reliable, making for an enjoyable experience.”
    • “The game freezes quite often here and there.”
    • “However, it freezes my phone one out of three times when played.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its humor, particularly appealing to fans of fantasy who appreciate a tongue-in-cheek approach. It comes highly recommended for those looking for a lighthearted and amusing experience.

    • “A highly recommended game if you enjoy fantasy with some tongue-in-cheek humor.”
    • “This game is genuinely funny and keeps you laughing throughout.”
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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
7h Main story
10h Completionist
2-4h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 4 analyzed playthroughs
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Sorcery! is a casual role playing game with fantasy theme.

Sorcery! is available on Phone, iPad, iPhone, Tablet and others.

The main story can be completed in around 7 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 10 hours to finish. On average players spend around 3 hours playing Sorcery!.

Sorcery! was released on May 2, 2013.

Sorcery! was developed by inkle.

Sorcery! has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Sorcery! is a single player game.