The Black Cat Magician

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"The Black Cat Magician" is a role-playing game where players help Cloudy, a black cat magician, save her home from demolition. The game features twelve upgradeable characters, each with four different skills, and a map with random encounters. With forty-six mystical artifacts to collect, players can influence combat and enjoy multiple gameplay styles. For more information, contact .

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The Black Cat Magician features cute characters and a charming art style, making it visually appealing.
The game offers interesting gameplay mechanics, including a unique battle system and time management elements that require strategic thinking.
Despite its short length, the game provides replayability through different character builds and endgame content, making it a worthwhile experience for casual RPG fans.

The game can be quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content or a new game plus option.
Some players may find the difficulty spikes challenging, especially if they do not fully understand the mechanics or character formations.
There are issues with character positioning and missable characters, which can lead to frustration for players trying to complete the game fully.

gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
50%
The gameplay of "The Black Cat Magician" is characterized by its unique and simple RPG mechanics, featuring cute characters and a fun combo system. While the difficulty ramps up quickly, encouraging players to master the mechanics, the classic turn-based style and time mechanic add an enjoyable challenge. Overall, it is praised as a hidden gem with great replayability, especially considering its affordable price.
- “The black cat magician is a pretty unique and simple RPG fulfilled with cute characters and interesting gameplay.”
- “This game is a hidden gem and an example of simple mechanics done well.”
- “The classic turn-based mechanics match up well with the pixel art style, and the time mechanic makes the game a bit more challenging.”
- “The difficulty ramps up quickly, so you absolutely need to understand the mechanics thoroughly instead of relying on just one strategy.”
- “The gameplay can feel repetitive after a while, lacking enough variety to keep players engaged.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt the gameplay experience, making it frustrating at times.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it limited due to its short length, others appreciate the potential for multiple playthroughs with different builds and mechanics, making it enjoyable for casual gamers. Overall, it offers a decent replay value, especially considering its price.
- “Short and sweet with plenty of replayability.”
- “The black cat magician is a pretty nice casual JRPG with a fun combo system and interesting mechanics. The game is held back by a few flaws, but for the price and the replayability, it's a great game.”
- “Overall, the game is short, but you can get replay value by going through multiple playthroughs with different builds.”
- “Not replayable for me.”
- “Overall the game is short, but you can get replay value by going through multiple playthroughs with different builds.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game features cute characters and charming art, complemented by a compelling story that engages players without overwhelming them. While it may not have the extensive narrative depth of larger titles, it successfully prioritizes storytelling and player choice, making for an enjoyable experience.
- “Cute characters, charming art, and enough story to keep you interested.”
- “I have played games with much larger everything, but sometimes game developers get bogged down in making smooth graphics and neglect the story.”
- “This game has a compelling story; now you have to make the right choices in order to win.”
- “I have played games with much larger everything, but sometimes game developers get bogged down in making smooth graphics and not story.”
- “This game has the story, now you have to make the right choices in order to win.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The graphics of the game feature a charming pixel art style that complements its classic turn-based gameplay, enhancing the overall experience. While some players feel that a focus on graphics can detract from storytelling, the art style is generally well-received and is expected to gain popularity over time.
- “I like the art style and think the game will grow in popularity with time.”
- “The classic turn-based mechanics match well with the pixel art style, and the time mechanic makes the game a bit more challenging.”
- “I have played games with much larger everything, but sometimes game developers get bogged down in making smooth graphics and not story.”
- “The classic turn-based gameplay matches well with the pixel art style, but the graphics feel outdated and lack detail.”
- “The environments are bland and lack the visual depth that would make the game more immersive.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a wholesome and enjoyable experience, evoking feelings of power and satisfaction as they progress. The emotional connection is enhanced by its cute aesthetics and animal themes, making it appealing for those seeking a lighthearted and feel-good gaming experience. However, some players express a desire for additional content to maintain engagement after reaching the game's current easy and breakable state.
- “This game is wholesome and cute - if you like animals and you like mindless things, then this is for you.”
- “I say that with love though as it was very enjoyable to get it to that point and made me feel pretty powerful, so it's not necessarily a totally bad thing either.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive over time, leading to a less enjoyable experience.
- “The game becomes very tedious after a while.”
- “Grinding feels like a never-ending chore that takes away from the enjoyment.”
- “The repetitive nature of grinding makes it hard to stay engaged.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game revolves around the antics of Cloudy the Cat, who comically battles to save its home from demolition, providing a lighthearted and entertaining experience for players.
- “A hilarious game featuring Cloudy the Cat, who is on a mission to save its home from demolition.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with witty dialogue and amusing scenarios that keep you laughing.”
- “I love the quirky characters and their funny interactions; they really add to the charm of the game.”