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Magin: The Rat Project Stories
Magin is an exciting combination of a narrative-driven adventure game with a deck-building card battler. The branching plot, comic book aesthetic, full voice-over, and game mechanics are tightly intertwined in a unique, dark fantasy world.
Released:
Apr 29, 2026
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Developer:
The Rat Project
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Publisher:
Daedalic Entertainment
The Developer Says...
Magin: The Rat Project Stories takes place in a dark fantasy world, where magic – or essence, as it is called – is directly tied to the desires and fears of its inhabitants.
Shape the fate of Elester, a Magin and veteran hitman in an underworld syndicate, as well as young Tolen, who is about to realize that he too can use the essence to his advantage.
Step into a mature, magical world standing on the edge of an industrial revolution and utter chaos.
Overcome obstacles, play your cards wisely, and find your destiny in this immersive, story-driven adventure.

- Explore atmospheric and mysterious locations by investigating the environment, and interacting with items.
- Battle horrific creatures and meet numerous complex characters - potential allies or foes.

- Manage your essence by utilizing emotions, both in combat and during exploration.
- The emotional state of your character influences the story and various gameplay mechanics.

- Immerse yourself in a cold and harsh fantasy world where medieval culture is confronted with the invention of industrial, magic-powered machines, and the forces that seek to control them.
- Follow the main characters on their journey of lost and redeemed hope and decide its outcome based on your choices.

- Manage and upgrade your deck as the story progresses.
- Gain special cards from story choices and defeated enemies.
- Craft unique double-sided, emotion-infused essence cards fitting your strategy.
Awards and Kudos
Back of the Box Details
Steam Deck
Verified
DLC
2
DRM/EULA Notices
None
Achievements
None
Ratings
None
Metacritic
None
Content Notices
None
Controller Support
PS Xbox
Reviews
72%
Mostly Positive
Based on 100 reviews
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