The Mageseeker

2023 video game
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 4
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X/S
ReleaseApril 18, 2023Genre(s)Action role-playingMode(s)Single-player

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is an action role-playing video game developed by Digital Sun and published by Riot Forge. A spin-off game of the League of Legends franchise, the game was released for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in April 2023.

Gameplay

The game story follows Sylas, as he escapes captivity and leads a group of rebel mages for a revolution against the tyrannical kingdom of Demacia.[2] The Mageseeker is a 2D action role-playing video game played from a top-down perspective. Sylas can dash and use his chains to pull himself towards hostile opponents. He can cast a wide range of elemental spells, though he can also temporarily borrow enemies' magical abilities for one-time use in combat.[3] In addition to the main campaign, the game also features side quests, allowing players to assault enemy bases or complete arena challenges.[4]

Development

The game was developed by Spanish studio Digital Sun, the studio behind Moonlighter (2018).[5] The game was officially announced by Riot Forge in February 2023, and was released for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in April 2023.[6]

Reception

Reception
Aggregate scores
AggregatorScore
MetacriticPC: 78/100[7]
NS: 81/100[8]
PS5: 74/100[9]
XONE: 82/100[10]
OpenCritic78/100[11]
79% Critics Recommend

According to review aggregator Metacritic, the game received "Generally Favorable" reviews upon release.[12][13]

References

  1. ^ "Made with Unity Monthly: April 2023 roundup". Unity Technologies. Retrieved August 3, 2023.
  2. ^ Serin, Kaan (March 8, 2023). "The Mageseeker brings sick 2D action to the League Of Legends world next month". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  3. ^ Hultner, Kaile (April 19, 2023). "The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story review". PC Gamer. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  4. ^ Griffin, Jada (April 20, 2023). "The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Review". IGN. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  5. ^ Stewart, Marcus (February 15, 2023). "Three League Of Legends Games Arrive This Year, Including New Title The Mageseeker". Game Informer. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  6. ^ Borthwick, Ben (March 8, 2023). "The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Release Date". VideoGamer.com. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  7. ^ "The Mageseeker for PC Reviews". Metacritic.
  8. ^ "The Mageseeker for Nintendo Switch Reviews". Metacritic.
  9. ^ "The Mageseeker for PlayStation 5 Reviews". Metacritic.
  10. ^ "The Mageseeker for Xbox One Reviews". Metacritic.
  11. ^ "The Mageseeker Reviews". OpenCritic.
  12. ^ "The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story for PC reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved July 10, 2023.
  13. ^ "The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story for Switch reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved July 10, 2023.

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