Magin: The Rat Project Stories

The Rat Project developed and Daedalic Entertainment published Magin: The Rat Project Stories. It released on April 29, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch. The game blends narrative adventure with deck-building card combat. Its world is a dark fantasy setting on the edge of industrialisation.

À propos du jeu

Magin takes place in a world where magic is called essence. It is tied directly to human desire and fear. Furthermore, this concept shapes both story choices and combat mechanics. That link keeps the two systems from feeling disconnected.

You follow Elester, a veteran hitman, and Tolen, a young Magin. The plot branches based on decisions you make. Additionally, decks evolve as characters develop across the story. The game uses a comic-book art style and full voice-over throughout.

Caractéristiques principales

Branching Narrative Structure

Story choices alter scenes, relationships, and outcomes. That gives the game strong replay value. Moreover, different routes reveal content that other playthroughs skip entirely. Each choice carries real weight rather than feeling cosmetic.

Deck-Building Combat Tied to Story

Cards unlock as you progress and make choices. New decks reflect each character’s role and development. As a result, combat feels like an extension of the narrative. That connection sets the game apart from genre-standard deck-builders.

Graphic Novel Presentation

The art style uses comic panel compositions and dynamic framing. Full voice-over strengthens the storytelling further. Furthermore, the presentation makes the world feel authored and distinct. Every screen looks like it belongs to a curated creative vision.

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Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales	Thronebreaker also combines narrative adventure with card combat in a fantasy world. Magin is darker in tone and uses a more stylised comic-book visual approach.	Players who want strong storytelling mixed with meaningful strategic card combat.
Livre noir	Black Book blends folklore, card mechanics, and narrative choices in a similar format. Magin uses a more industrial dark fantasy setting with a graphic presentation style.	Players who like atmospheric story games with deck-based battles and meaningful choices.