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Maiden and Spell

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2020

Should you play it?

Maiden & Spell is a magical girl battle game, set in a cutesy fantasy world. Select from one of eight young ladies to battle 1 on 1 with a friend, or fight your way through a series of bosses and learn the secrets of The Kingdom of Stars.

What works
  • Excellent rollback netcode enabling smooth online play
  • Unique blend of bullet hell and fighting game mechanics
  • Charming art style and engaging soundtrack
  • Well-balanced and diverse character roster
  • Active and friendly community with tournaments
Things to keep in mind
  • Small player base limits matchmaking availability
  • Story mode is relatively short and light on narrative depth
  • Some control quirks and minor balance issues reported
  • Limited cosmetic customization options
  • No cross-save or cloud save support

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Maiden and Spell: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Status, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Cooperation, Leadership.

Why this game works

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  • Creativity

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  • Domination

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