Underplayed Gems

Magical Strings (2021)

Magical Strings cover
Developer
Redgrass Studios, Synodic Arc
Publisher
Synodic Arc
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Free To Play, Indie
Rating
4.2 of 5, 20 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 30 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

Players tap to the beat in fast-paced projectile fights where timing and string combos decide the flow of battle.

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What players say

Players describe Magical Strings as a rhythm fighting game where you strum notes to attack, comparing combat to Dance Dance Revolution. They are split: some find it amusingly janky and unique, while others say poor optimization and locked controls make it frustrating. The online multiplayer is reported as empty and the art style as ugly, but it is free.

Screenshots

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