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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 3.2 ghz dual core Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : 2 GB DirectX : Version 10 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : -

Mago

Niche cult favorite
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Released June 21, 2022
sample: 402 reviews posted after launch (42 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 93 % · 1,048 reviews (« Very Positive »)
14,99€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

A pixel-art platformer that feels like a love letter to 90s classics. Over 40% of players have already spent more than 25 hours in its world, and the enthusiasm only grows with time.

What it's about: Mago est un jeu de plateforme en 2D qui vous propulse dans les bottines d’un sorcier, qui devra courir, sauter et utiliser sa fidèle baguette magique pour traverser un vaste royaume où l’impensable devient réalité. Le sorcier parviendra-t-il à sauver sa chère damoiselle des griffes du vil Gourmet ?

In-game

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« Cool but when nintendo switch port? »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played1
« A very good game, like Mario but a bit harder »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 29 h played
« good platformer game, but not without some caveats - screen resolution is crazy low, even lower than on NES, so it's more like Gameboy Advance game - cloud saves are not supported - game doesn't remember the "full screen" option »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 1 h played
« Totally underrated Platforming game. This game is short but fun and deserves more attention. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 11 h played
« not very good honestly, it's a piece of nostalgia chicken wrapped in a bland tortilla of bad controls and barely any sort of story writing. is it that hard to give the game at least SOME dialogue? »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 0 h played
« Très bon platformer qui mérite d'être plus connu. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 15 h played
« A very good, cute 2d platformer that runs very well on Steam Deck. It wears the Super Mario Bros. 3 inspiration on it's sleeve and it has the heart to match. Would recommend! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 33 h played
« one of the best platformers i've ever played »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 21 h played

In players' words

« Cool but when nintendo switch port? »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2025 · 1 h played1
« not very good honestly, it's a piece of nostalgia chicken wrapped in a bland tortilla of bad controls and barely any sort of story writing. is it that hard to give the game at least SOME dialogue? »
👎 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 0 h played
« A very good game, like Mario but a bit harder »
👍 anonymous review · Jun 2023 · 29 h played
« Très bon platformer qui mérite d'être plus connu. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 15 h played
« good platformer game, but not without some caveats - screen resolution is crazy low, even lower than on NES, so it's more like Gameboy Advance game - cloud saves are not supported - game doesn't remember the "full screen" option »
👍 anonymous review · Mar 2025 · 1 h played
« A very good, cute 2d platformer that runs very well on Steam Deck. It wears the Super Mario Bros. 3 inspiration on it's sleeve and it has the heart to match. Would recommend! »
👍 anonymous review · Apr 2025 · 33 h played
« Totally underrated Platforming game. This game is short but fun and deserves more attention. »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 11 h played
« one of the best platformers i've ever played »
👍 anonymous review · Aug 2025 · 21 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
70 % pos · n=37
Graphics / art
94 % pos · n=16
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=9
Story / writing
62 % pos · n=8
Content / longevity
88 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=6
Value for money
100 % pos · n=3
Performance
100 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay372638
Graphics / art161501
Audio / music9900
Story / writing8503
Content / longevity8710
Interface / UX6006
Value for money3300
Performance1100
Multiplayer1001

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 23 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.8 h.

🪤 41 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.

<2h
67 % (n=39)
2-10h
85 % (n=75)
10-25h
97 % (n=118)
>25h
98 % (n=170)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Feb 2024 : 94% positive94FebMay 2024 : 93% positive93MayJul 2024 : 100% positive100JulDec 2024 : 93% positive93DecMar 2025 : 94% positive94MarApr 2025 : 85% positive85AprJun 2025 : 95% positive95JunJul 2025 : 100% positive100JulAug 2025 : 89% positive89AugOct 2025 : 100% positive100OctJul 2026 : 76% positive76Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€3.78€6.94€10.11€13.28€16.45€5.24

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 18, 2026 · All-time low: €5.24 (Aug 18, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 43 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 15,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • The pixel-art style and music sweep players off their feet: 15 positive mentions out of 16 for graphics and 9 out of 9 for audio.
  • Exploration and platforming shine through: 26 positive mentions out of 37 for gameplay.
  • Content depth keeps players hooked long-term: 7 positive mentions out of 8 for content quality.
  • The game’s charm lingers, with words like 'bon' and 'meilleur' frequently tied to positive experiences.

Weaknesses

  • The UI frustrates more than it helps: 6 negative mentions out of 6 for interface design.
  • Some players struggle with difficulty spikes: 4 mentions tied to challenges, though opinions remain divided.
  • A single negative mention for performance hints at occasional hiccups despite overall smoothness.

Who is it for?

Fans of retro platformers and those who crave a challenge wrapped in nostalgic visuals will find a home here. Players who prioritize polished UIs may want to temper expectations.

Is Mago worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 93% of 1,048 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: The pixel-art style and music sweep players off their feet. Current price: 14,99€.

Verdict

Mago delivers a near-flawless experience for its core audience, blending nostalgia with modern design choices. Only the clunky UI threatens to tarnish its otherwise stellar reputation.

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