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Magicka

PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux • 2011

Should you play it?

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

What works
  • Innovative and creative spellcasting system
  • Strong cooperative multiplayer experience
  • Humorous and lighthearted fantasy setting
  • Variety of spells and combinations
  • Engaging challenge and boss fights
Things to keep in mind
  • Frequent crashes and bugs reported
  • Many paid dlcs with some short content
  • Poor multiplayer netcode and matchmaking
  • Steep learning curve for spellcasting
  • Limited single-player experience

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • SWORN

  • Vellum

  • Secrets of Grindea

  • Magicka 2

  • Hellpoint

  • Victor Vran ARPG

  • Bravery and Greed

  • Dungeon Defenders

  • Fury Unleashed
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Lenna's Inception

  • Super Cane Magic ZERO - Legend of the Cane Cane

  • Perennial Order
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

    Spellmasons
  • Cooperation

    Human Fall Flat
  • Creativity

    Mages of Mystralia

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Magicka: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Cooperation. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

    Game with the same Autonomy vibe

    5

    "Players have full freedom to create and combine spells in any way they want, with no fixed routines."

    Capsule for Spellmasons Spellmasons

    "Players have full freedom to combine elements and create their own spells on the fly without restrictions like mana or cooldowns."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    4

    "The game is challenging and rewards skillful planning, mastery of complex spell synergies, and strategic decision-making."

    Capsule for Rift Wizard 2 Rift Wizard 2

    "The game requires skillful spellcasting, quick thinking, and mastery of complex combinations, especially in co-op and challenge modes."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    2

    "Includes PvP and ranked arena modes, but mostly focused on cooperative and solo play without heavy emphasis on competition."

    Capsule for Hellpoint Hellpoint

    "There is a versus mode and PvP elements, but the main appeal is cooperative play rather than intense competition."

  • Continuation

    Game with the same Continuation vibe

    3

    "Players enjoy repeated play sessions due to humor, co-op chaos, and progression, though some note limited content and eventual boredom."

    Capsule for Embr Embr

    "Players often return to the game for its unique spell system and co-op fun, though some mention limited long-term content."

  • Cooperation

    Game with the same Cooperation vibe

    5

    "Strong emphasis on cooperative multiplayer; many reviews highlight fun and necessity of playing with friends."

    Capsule for Human Fall Flat Human Fall Flat

    "Strong emphasis on cooperative multiplayer; many reviews stress that playing with friends is much more fun and recommended."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    5

    "Core gameplay revolves around creative spellcrafting and experimentation with spell combinations."

    Capsule for Mages of Mystralia Mages of Mystralia

    "Core gameplay revolves around creative experimentation with elemental spell combinations and tactical use."

  • Domination

    Game with the same Domination vibe

    -3

    "Friendly fire enabled leads to chaotic but equal interactions rather than dominance; players often kill each other accidentally or playfully"

    Capsule for Magicka 2 Magicka 2

    "Friendly fire and accidental team kills are common, fostering chaotic but equal interactions rather than dominance."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Humorous fantasy setting with pop culture references offers strong escapism and distraction from real life."

    Capsule for The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles

    "Humorous fantasy setting with many pop culture references provides a fun escape from reality."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and social experience, not out of obligation or pressure."

    Capsule for PILGRIM PILGRIM

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and social experience, not out of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    5

    "Experimentation with spell combinations and tactics is central to gameplay and player motivation."

    Capsule for Spellmasons Spellmasons

    "Experimentation with spell combinations and tactics is a central and encouraged part of gameplay."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    2

    "Game offers secrets and hidden items to discover, though levels are mostly linear."

    Capsule for Katana ZERO Katana ZERO

    "There are secrets and easter eggs to discover, but the game is mostly linear in level design."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    3

    "Players customize robes and loadouts that affect gameplay and appearance, allowing personal expression."

    Capsule for Wizard of Legend Wizard of Legend

    "Players can customize robes and weapons, adding some personal expression though limited to cosmetic and ability variations."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    5

    "Strong fantasy theme with mythical creatures, magic, and a fictional world setting."

    Capsule for Fantasy General II Fantasy General II

    "Strong fantasy theme with wizards, magic, mythical creatures, and a humorous fictional world."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    4

    "Community and group identity fostered through co-op play and shared humorous experience."

    Capsule for Zombie Vikings Zombie Vikings

    "Community and group identity form around co-op play and shared humorous experiences."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    2

    "Character progression through leveling and equipment upgrades, though skill development is minimal."

    Capsule for DeathSpank DeathSpank

    "Players learn and improve spellcasting skills and strategies, though character progression is minimal."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -4

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    Capsule for Paladins® Paladins®

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -3

    "Requires focused attention during combat and spellcasting"

    Capsule for Fictorum Fictorum

    "Requires active attention and quick reactions during combat and spellcasting."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    1

    "Social interactions occur mainly in multiplayer and Discord, but emotional closeness is limited."

    Capsule for Puppet Master: The Game Puppet Master: The Game

    "Social interactions occur mainly through cooperative gameplay, but emotional closeness is limited."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -2

    "Players cooperate without strong leadership roles; shared decision-making is emphasized."

    Capsule for Full Mojo Rampage Full Mojo Rampage

    "Players cooperate as equals with shared decision-making rather than clear leadership roles."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    2

    "Some progression through unlocking spells and areas, but limited RPG-style advancement."

    Capsule for Waltz of the Wizard Waltz of the Wizard

    "Some item and robe collection and unlocking spells, but no deep RPG-style progression system."

  • Relaxation

    Game with the same Relaxation vibe

    1

    "Humor and flow provide some relaxation, but gameplay can be frustrating and repetitive."

    Capsule for Armed and Dangerous® Armed and Dangerous®

    "Gameplay can be chaotic and challenging, but humor and co-op fun provide moments of flow and relaxation."

  • Sensation

    Game with the same Sensation vibe

    3

    "Colorful visuals and spell effects provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

    Capsule for Spellsworn Spellsworn

    "Colorful spell effects, physics chaos, and humorous animations provide sensory stimulation and excitement."

  • Status

    Game with the same Status vibe

    -2

    "Recognition is mostly within small friend groups or communities; no major social status or leaderboard visibility."

    Capsule for Charlie Murder Charlie Murder

    "Recognition mostly within small friend groups or community; no major social status systems."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    2

    "The game includes a light, humorous story and meta-narrative, but story is not the main focus."

    Capsule for Blocks That Matter Blocks That Matter

    "Story is lighthearted and humorous with many references, but not the main focus of gameplay."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    3

    "Players plan and devise spell combinations and tactics to overcome challenges and bosses."

    Capsule for Magicmaker Magicmaker

    "Players must plan spell combinations and tactics, especially against bosses and in challenge modes."

  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

    3

    "Combat and dodging enemy fire provide suspense and excitement."

    Capsule for War Robots VR: The Skirmish War Robots VR: The Skirmish

    "Friendly fire and chaotic combat create suspense and unpredictable moments."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    2

    "Generally considered good value especially on sale; some complaints about DLC pricing but overall worth the time invested."

    Capsule for Gratuitous Space Battles Gratuitous Space Battles

    "Generally considered good value for money, especially on sale, though some complain about many paid DLCs."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    3

    "Combat and destruction are central, with spells causing explosions and environmental damage."

    Capsule for Noita Noita

    "Combat and destruction are central, with spells causing explosions and damage to enemies and sometimes allies."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

    2

    "Players must avoid death and manage combat threats, though gameplay is more action-oriented than survival-focused."

    Capsule for Assault Bots Assault Bots

    "Players must avoid death and manage combat threats, but the game is not focused on survival mechanics."

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