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Archmage Rises

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac • 2023

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Quick resume

Experience the freedom normally only found in a tabletop RPG. Empowered with magic, you will create your own story, and experience real consequences from the decisions you make. Will you be the world’s savior... or its destroyer? The choice is yours.

Global score

71/100

Genres

Indie, Role-playing (RPG), Simulator, Early Access, Adventure, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Strategy

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    Pros

    • Deep and immersive world generation
    • Engaging tactical combat
    • Strong developer support and frequent updates
    • High replayability with procedural generation
    • Rich character customization and spell research

    Cons

    • Numerous bugs and technical issues in early access
    • Limited content and unfinished features
    • Slow combat animations
    • Some ui and quality of life shortcomings
    • Lack of multiplayer or cooperative play

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players create their own character, choose classes, spells, and equipment, and make strategic decisions in combat and quests, reflecting high personal control."

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    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

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      "Game involves tactical turn-based combat, skill upgrades, and strategic positioning, providing a moderate challenge."

      Capsule for Escape Dungeon 2 Escape Dungeon 2

      "The game involves skill checks, tactical turn-based combat, and character progression requiring strategic choices and mastery of mechanics."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

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      "Focus is on solo play and personal progression without leaderboards or direct player-vs-player competition."

      Capsule for Stoneshard Stoneshard

      "Focus is on solo play and personal progression without leaderboards or direct player versus player competition."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report long play sessions, replayability through multiple characters and upgrades, and engagement with secrets and exploration."

      Capsule for Project Warlock II Project Warlock II

      "Players report long play sessions, replayability through new worlds and characters, and engagement with ongoing development and updates."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      -3

      "The game is primarily single-player focused with no mention of cooperative multiplayer or teamwork."

      Capsule for Baldi's Basics Plus Baldi's Basics Plus

      "The game is single-player focused with no multiplayer or cooperative gameplay elements mentioned."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

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      "Extensive character customization, build variety, and narrative choices allow creative expression within the game."

      Capsule for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

      "Character customization, spell research, and world generation allow creative approaches and personal expression in gameplay."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

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      "Interactions emphasize role-playing and choice rather than exerting control or superiority over others."

      Capsule for Fallout 3 Fallout 3

      "Interactions emphasize roleplaying and exploration rather than exerting control or superiority over others."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

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      "Players use the game to immerse in a fantasy world and escape real life, enjoying exploration and story."

      Capsule for Zoria: Age of Shattering Zoria: Age of Shattering

      "Players use the game to immerse themselves in a fantasy world, escaping real life through exploration, magic, and adventure."

    • Expectation

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and passion for the game and genre."

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and passion for the genre and game concept, often supporting development."

    • Experimenting

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      "Players try different match types, strategies, and character builds, exploring game mechanics."

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      "Players try different character builds, spells, and strategies, exploring various playstyles and game mechanics."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      5

      "Exploration of procedurally generated worlds, biomes, caves, and secrets is a core gameplay element."

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      "Exploration of a procedurally generated world, dungeons, and discovery of secrets is a core gameplay element."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

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      "Some character customization and crafting allow for personal expression, though limited cosmetic detail is mentioned."

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    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy setting with magic, mythical creatures, and roleplaying elements."

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      "Strong fantasy setting with magic, mage towers, mythical creatures, and roleplaying as a wizard."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      -3

      "Minimal social interaction; mostly solo play with NPCs but no strong community or multiplayer focus."

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    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

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      "Skill acquisition, character development, and learning game mechanics are key motivations."

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      "Character development, skill acquisition, and learning game systems are important motivations."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

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      "No physical activity or health-related features; typical sedentary computer gameplay."

      Capsule for Ancestors Legacy Ancestors Legacy

      "No physical activity or health-related gameplay elements; sedentary computer play."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and strategic planning; not designed for idle or background play."

      Capsule for DICEOMANCER DICEOMANCER

      "Requires focused attention and strategic planning; not designed for idle or background play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "Limited to surface-level NPC interactions; no deep emotional or social bonding."

      Capsule for Baby Steps Baby Steps

      "Limited to NPC interactions without deep emotional or social bonding features."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -3

      "No leadership or group management elements; player acts individually."

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      "No leadership or group management mechanics; player acts independently."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      4

      "Character progression through leveling, equipment upgrades, and spell acquisition drives gameplay."

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      "Character progression, item acquisition, and unlocking spells and abilities drive gameplay."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

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      "Some players find flow and relaxation, but overall gameplay is challenging and tense."

      Capsule for Quaver Quaver

      "Some players find the game challenging and tense, but others enjoy the flow and immersion."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Visual and auditory elements provide stimulation, but not highly intense or thrilling sensory experiences."

      Capsule for Quarantine Zone: The Last Check Quarantine Zone: The Last Check

      "Visual and auditory elements provide moderate stimulation; not focused on sensory thrills."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      -4

      "No social status or recognition systems; achievements are personal and internal."

      Capsule for MEMORIAPOLIS MEMORIAPOLIS

      "No social status or recognition systems; achievements are personal and internal."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Narrative elements and quests exist but are minimal and still developing."

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      "Narrative elements and quests exist but are currently limited; world history and lore are emphasized."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      4

      "Players engage in planning, problem solving, and tactical combat requiring reasoning and decision making."

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      "Tactical combat and planning are key; players must use logic and reasoning to succeed."

    • Thrill

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      3

      "Permadeath and challenging combat create suspense and tension during play."

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    • Value

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      2

      "Players appreciate the game's depth and developer engagement, though some feel content is limited for price."

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      "Players appreciate the game's depth and ongoing updates, though some feel content is limited currently."

    • Violence

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      "Combat and defeating enemies are central gameplay elements, with fantasy violence portrayed."

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    • Survival

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      "Avoiding death and managing health/resources is a key gameplay aspect."

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    Analysis

    A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership, Violence. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration, Leadership. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Value.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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