The Magician's Burden (2018)

Developer: Hosted Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 2.7 of 5, 15 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A text-driven medieval village life simulator where you balance daily chores, relationships, and small adventures at a gentle, deliberate pace.

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What players say

Players largely agree the story ends abruptly without a proper conclusion, leaving many frustrated. Some enjoy the characters and romance options, but a few criticize the protagonist's mundane part-time jobs for a mage and one annoying NPC.

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