Magicka is a comedy action-adventure game developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by Paradox Interactive in 2011. Set in a fantasy world viewed from an isometric perspective, it’s an excellent game for parties of up to 4 players!
Become a mage!
The game is loosely based on Norse mythology and is set in Midgard, a fantasy land, where members of the Order of Magick are trained to become powerful wizards. The plot is focused on a fight against the forces of evil endangering Midgard, with former Order of Magick member, Grimnir, as the main antagonist. Help the mages save their home with powerful spells!
Magicka is oftentimes viewed as a kind of game that’s easy to play, but hard to master. The main feature of its gameplay is the spellcasting system, requiring a player to test out different combinations of eight basic elements - water, cold, earth, fire, shield, lightning, arcane and life - in order to create different spells. You don’t have to worry about mana though! Magic is unlimited in the Magicka world, encouraging experimenting with spellcasting throughout the game.
The Magicka video game can be played in single player mode, but it’s gained its popularity mainly because of the fantastic online co-op for up to 4 players. It’s worth highlighting that the game is filled with humour and pop-culture references, granting hours of enjoyment for lone mages and parties of wizards alike.
Key features
- Become a great spellcaster: create your own spells by combining up to five elements and test them out during your combats with forces of evil! Discover Magicks - special spells requiring following a recipe you can find in secret spellbooks found across the maps. Remember you can always use your staff and other weapons as well!
- Friendship is magic: team up with your friends for a great online multiplayer experience for up to 4 players!
- Join the comedy club: with witty comedy and satire elements as well as numerous pop-culture and gaming references Magicka is great at balancing out the challenges you’ll face.
- Never get bored: with the interesting setting, engaging gameplay and many comic reliefs, Magicka is a perfect game to sink tens of hours in. There are many DLCs waiting for you to purchase in order to expand the experience even further, with famous expansion Magicka: Vietnam set during the Vietnam War, Magicka: The Stars are Left with a lovecraftian theme, Magicka: Dungeons & Daemons taking place in Castle Aldrheim - home to the Order of Magick, Magica: Grimnir’s Laboratory with new arena area and many, many more!
