the magic Air-based combat is a standard system in RPGs to go along with. For example, most final fantasy The games have some sort of magician or magic user on hand to kill monsters and enemies with fire, wind or ice spells. There aren't many games that are just about magic, except maybe Hogwarts LegacyWhich is a recent example Harry Potter Fans are still excited.
Wizard of legend and its sequel are two smaller examples, but they're still fun roguelikes. For any gamer who likes to use magic, and only magic, in their games, these are the upcoming releases to wishlist on their favorite platform. Hopefully, they will come out sooner rather than later.
Never Grave: Witches and Curses
A witch's odyssey
- developer: Frontside 180
- publisher: Pocketpair Publications
- Planned release Date: TBA
- Planned systems: PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, and Xbox
Never Grave: Witches and Curses A “roguevania” is a cross between the random nature of roguelikes and the map or ability progression of Metroidvanias. Players are a young witch character who will primarily attack enemies with spells, although it appears that there is also melee combat. Reminiscent of the art style Hollow KnightEverything has a hand-drawn aesthetic.
Although larger than spells, players can throw their hats down on enemies to temporarily capture them, sort of like the more monstrous Cappy. Super Mario Odyssey. It looks like the game will launch on PC, PS4, and PS5 first, as the links on the Switch and Xbox pages aren't active, so it's unknown when the game will launch on current Nintendo and Microsoft consoles.
History of Spellcasters
A surprising announcement
- developer: Quantic Dream SA
- publisher: Quantic Dream SA
- Planned release Date: TBA
- Planned systems: pc
disclosure of History of Spellcasters This is one of the most surprising announcements of the year, as it is developed by Quantic Dream's spinoff team, best known for adventure games with branching storylines. Detroit: Become Human. This upcoming game looks like a magic-based crossover of the MOBA and team shooter experiences, as two teams of three will duke it out in arenas.
These teams have access to spells, but players can also create a deck of monsters to summon. History of Spellcasters It will be free to play, and the beta is supposed to start before the end of 2025, so it will be interesting to see what the studio has cooked up.
Timespinner 2: Unwoven Dream
An unexpected sequel
- developer: Moonlight Games
- publisher: Moonlight Games
- Planned release date: TBA
- Planned Systems: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Linux
is one of the most underrated Metroidvanias The timespinnerIt was released in June 2018. In it, players could collect orbs, each of which produced different spells, and then combine two orbs to create combos, which made combat more engaging than in most Metroidvanias.
In its indirect sequel, the fight, Timespinner 2: Unwoven DreamIt seems to follow the same formula, which is a good thing for fans of the original. Another element that can be carried are magical familiars that players can summon to aid them in battle or exploration.
Undermire
Dual-wielding with friends
- developer: Table Night Games
- publisher: Table Night Games
- Planned release date: TBA
- Planned systems: pc
Undermire A great looking spell casting experience for anyone who likes to dual-wield in games. Players can learn spells, find books, and use gadgets to aid in battle. There will also be a crafting station, which will likely allow players to create more ways to use magic and magic items in the game.
This is a roguelike, so how progression works is currently unknown, but another detail to look forward to is co-op. Up to four players can join the race together, like another great magical roguelike, Wizard of legend.
Witchbrook
A school for Mages
- Planned release date: 2026
- Planned systems: PC, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X
Witchbrook It's a more chill witching experience than most of the games on this list. It is a life sim, as players can meet friends and attend classes at the Magic Academy. Hogwarts LegacyBut in a more pixelated fashion.
It's another game with four-player co-op, though how it works is a bit more mysterious since combat doesn't seem to be a big focus. Witchbrook Can be a good friend Stardew Valley If anyone is tired of playing through that game a million times.
the wizard cat
Abra Ca-Meow!
- developer: BigFrogg Studio
- publisher: BigFrogg Studio
- Planned release date: TBA
- Planned systems: pc
the wizard cat A great name for a charming top-down roguelike experience that almost looks like a strategy game thanks to the tile design. As a cat, players will gain magical powers from runes that they can craft with a skill tree during their run.
The game boasts that there will be an almost unlimited amount of skills to craft, from icebergs to lightning bolts. border area Crowded as the almost unlimited amount of guns in those games. How many different fire spells can there be in one game? It will be interesting to find out.
YAPYAP
Magic prank
- developer: Maison Bap
- publisher: Maison Bap
- Planned release date: TBA
- Planned systems: pc
YAPYAP As Chaos Simulator seems to follow in its footsteps GOAT Simulator, Made for the Steam Co-op crowd. Up to six players can join together for a game where they explore a wizarding tower that changes each time they enter.
Players can learn basic spells while exploring, like fire magic, and building spell chains with friends is probably half the fun. Imagine if Mickey Ma imaginary The movie was very stinky and he entered a scary tower full of monsters and cloaked ghosts who wanted to kill him. That's basically it YAPYAP In summary.
