Simulator

The Magic Circle

Single Player

Critic · IGDB

3.7

Users · IGDB

2015

Released

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📅 Release Info

Release DateJune 4, 2015

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

SimulatorStrategyAdventureIndie

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About this game

You are the protagonist of an unfinished 1st person fantasy game, trapped in development hell. The designers (played by James Urbaniak, Ashly Burch, and Karen Dyer) are god-like, but so indecisive that they've given you no powers whatsoever. With the help of a mysterious disembodied voice (Stephen Russell) you must seize the tools of game development from these unworthy 'gods', uncovering more of the darkly comic story as you go.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Writing satirizes game development with self-aware humor.
Explores an unfinished game while confronting its creators.
In-game development tools alter enemies and objects.
Comedic voice cast delivers humorous performances.
Environmental exploration reveals the fictional game's history and creators' dysfunction.

Cons

Brief campaign relative to its release asking price.
Editing mechanics offer limited depth and flexibility.
Combat encounters are basic and occasionally awkward.

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