The Mageseeker Explained

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story
Developer:Digital Sun
Publisher:Riot Forge
Engine:Unity[1]
Genre:Action role-playing
Series:League of Legends
Released:April 18, 2023
Modes:Single-player

The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story is an action role-playing video game developed by Digital Sun and published by Riot Forge. A spin-off game of the League of Legends franchise, the game was released for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in April 2023.

Gameplay

The game story follows Sylas, as he escapes captivity and leads a group of rebel mages for a revolution against the tyrannical kingdom of Demacia.[2] The Mageseeker is a 2D action role-playing video game played from a top-down perspective. Sylas can dash and use his chains to pull himself towards hostile opponents. He can cast a wide range of elemental spells, though he can also temporarily borrow enemies' magical abilities for one-time use in combat.[3] In addition to the main campaign, the game also features side quests, allowing players to assault enemy bases or complete arena challenges.[4]

Development

The game was developed by Spanish studio Digital Sun, the studio behind Moonlighter (2018).[5] The game was officially announced by Riot Forge in February 2023, and was released for Microsoft Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S in April 2023.[6]

Reception

According to review aggregator Metacritic, the game received "Generally Favorable" reviews upon release.[7] [8]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Made with Unity Monthly: April 2023 roundup. Unity Technologies. August 3, 2023.
  2. Web site: The Mageseeker brings sick 2D action to the League Of Legends world next month. Kaan. Serin. Rock, Paper, Shotgun. March 8, 2023. July 10, 2023.
  3. Web site: The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story review. Kaile. Hultner. PC Gamer. April 19, 2023. July 10, 2023.
  4. Web site: The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Review. Jada. Griffin. IGN. April 20, 2023. July 10, 2023.
  5. Three League Of Legends Games Arrive This Year, Including New Title The Mageseeker. https://web.archive.org/web/20230215222832/https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/02/15/three-league-of-legends-games-arrive-this-year-including-new-title-the-mageseeker. dead. February 15, 2023. Marcus. Stewart. Game Informer. February 15, 2023. July 10, 2023.
  6. Web site: The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story Release Date. Ben. Borthwick. VideoGamer.com. March 8, 2023. July 10, 2023.
  7. Web site: The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story for PC reviews. Metacritic. July 10, 2023.
  8. Web site: The Mageseeker: A League of Legends Story for Switch reviews. Metacritic. July 10, 2023.