Magicka
Developed by Arrowhead Game Studios · Published by Paradox Interactive
At a glance
Overview
An action, rpg game by Arrowhead Game Studios, published by Paradox Interactive — single-player, multi-player, co-op, shared/split screen.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Magicka.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | Yes |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | Yes |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | Yes |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- OS *: Windows XP/Vista/7 (32- or 64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Pentium® IV 2.4 GHz or AMD 3500+
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 2 GB Available Space
- Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce 8800 or ATI Radeon® X1900 (Integrated Video Cards not recommended)
- DirectX®: DirectX 9
- Sound: DirectX-compatible sound card
- Additional: 3-button mouse, keyboard and speakers. DSL Internet connection for multiplayer. .NET 3.5 required
Supported languages (7)
Magicka FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Magicka?
Steam classifies Magicka as a Action, RPG game, developed by Arrowhead Game Studios. Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
How much does Magicka cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Magicka at $2.49. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Magicka single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Magicka: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Shared/Split Screen. It supports both solo and multiplayer.
Is Magicka on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Magicka for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Magicka out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Jan 25, 2011.
What platforms is Magicka on?
Magicka is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Magicka single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, Co-op, Shared/Split Screen.
How much does Magicka cost?
Steam lists it at $2.49.
Does Magicka have achievements?
Yes — Steam lists 88 achievements for Magicka.
What is Magicka's Metacritic score?
Magicka has a Metacritic score of 74/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Magicka?
Magicka is developed by Arrowhead Game Studios and published by Paradox Interactive.
Where to get Magicka
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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