Magicka
| Magicka | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Arrowhead Game Studios |
| Publisher(s) | Paradox Interactive |
| Platform(s) | Windows, Xbox 360 (Xbox Live Arcade) |
| Release | January 25th, 2011[1] |
| Genre(s) | Action-adventure |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer, cooperative |
Magicka is an action-adventure video game based on Norse mythology developed by Arrowhead Game Studios. It was released on Microsoft Windows and Xbox 360.[2].
Plot
In Magicka four mages from sacred order fight against an evil sorcerer and his creations.
Gameplay
Magicka is an action/adventure game set in a Norse mythology-oriented fantasy world. You and up to three other players take on the roles of wizards of a sacred order with the ultimate goal of stopping the evil dark sorcerer that has thrown the world into turmoil as his evil creations besiege the forces of good. By combining elements to cast spells you will wreak havoc and devastation among the lackeys of darkness. Team up with your friends and choose your way through the various levels of the campaign, or test your skill with magickal abilities in other challenging game modes. Features
- Single player and up to four players.
- Co-op available in all game modes.
- Innovative spellcasting system.
- Vanquish your foes with a wide array of spells and Magicks.
- Fight your way through the 15 different levels of the campaign.
- Test your magickal abilities in one of our many challenges.[3]
Awards
Magicka was named «Game of the year 08» at Swedish Game Awards 2008[4].
References
- ^ http://news.bigdownload.com/2011/01/21/exclusive-magicka-to-be-released-on-tuesday-january-25/
- ^ "Magicka". Arrowhead Game Studios. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
- ^ http://arrowheadgamestudios.com/?page=games&subpage=magicka.
{{cite web}}: Missing or empty|title=(help) - ^ Ministra, Ad (2008-05-25). "Swedish Game Awards 2008 Winners". Swedish Game Awards. Retrieved 2010-06-22.
- ^ "Magicka Launch Mired by Bugs". Retrieved 2011-25-01.
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