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Wizard of Legend 2

Wizard of Legend 2

Dead Mage · released Jun 12, 2025

ActionIndieRPG

Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!

52
VGC Score
·No trend datahigh confidence

anchored at patch: “Update Now Available!” (1y ago)

51%
At launch
52%
Steam all-time
85%
Press
41%
Recent sentiment

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Review sentiment over time

Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.

How this score was computed

The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.

ComponentPositiveQuality (0-100)Weight (pseudo-reviews)
Press reviews (OpenCritic)8515
All-time Steam reviews52%541000
Metacritic user ratings0
Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted)41%46415
Calibration prior (typical game)7250

Scoring window: since the last significant patch (Jul 24, 2025) · 300 reviews sampled · 415 total reviews in window · weighted 61.3 up / 88.4 down · computed 4h ago · full methodology →

Press & Creators reviews (8)

Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.

  • 75
    trust 68Jul 15, 2025

    Wizard of Legend 2 is a smart sequel. It grows the formula, expands the world, and doubles down on build variety without losing the core “magic” that made the original stand out. Yes, the combat feeling has changed, and no, it’s not quite as tight. But the added depth, visual upgrade, and co-op potential more than make up for it, if the technical side keeps improving.

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  • 60
    trust 65Jun 15, 2025

    What Dead Mage has crafted here has incredible promise, but the full release at launch feels half-baked and designed around being a single-player experience that just happens to allow for co-op, without the instance loot and balance to pull it off. You can easily have a solid few hours of fun here, but I don’t see many players seeing it through to become the titular Wizard of Legend.

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  • 80
    trust 63Jun 10, 2025

    Despite some underwhelming powers and the uncertainties around its learning curve, Wizard of Legend 2 stands out as an ambitious and visually appealing roguelike that fans of Hades and the original will likely appreciate. While there is certainly nothing stopping you from taking the game on solo, Wizard of Legend 2 just feels like a game that would be better in a group, so I recommend getting the game for a few friends as well.

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  • 70
    trust 62Jul 1, 2025

    Wizard of Legend 2 is finally out of Steam Early Access with a game that’s fun to play solo and even more with a few friends along for the ride.

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  • 100
    trust 58Jun 15, 2025

    Wizards of Legend 2 doesn't just improve on its predecessor, it confidently redefines it. While the significant changes may initially take aback some fans of the first game, those changes reflect ambition, not abandonment. This is a game that respects its roots while striving for something more refined, more dynamic, and more universally appealing. Whether you're a solo player hungry for a challenge or a duo ready to dive into co-op chaos, Wizards of Legend 2 delivers at every level. It's one of those best sequels that dares to reinvent, and in doing so, creates a new legend of its own.

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  • 75
    trust 56Jun 22, 2025

    "A charming return, but not without its flaws." Wizard of Legend 2 has a strong core built on dynamic magical combat and fun customization. But despite a promising start, the game suffers from narrative shortcomings, weak team performance, and technical glitches that detract from the experience. There's genuine enjoyment for fans of the genre, but the game needs an update to reach its full potential.

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  • 82
    trust 50Mar 14, 2026

    Wizard of Legend 2 preserves the essence of the first game while modernizing the experience with updated visuals and new combat possibilities. The wide variety of spells and the chaotic multiplayer ensure that every run feels unpredictable. Even with a few minor technical issues and a relatively short campaign, the game maintains a strong replay value. For fans of action roguelikes, it’s a solid and entertaining sequel.

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  • 80
    trust 45Jul 7, 2025

    It may be very different but Wizard of Legend 2's lovely 3D visuals and slick action-packed co-op gameplay will definitely cast a spell on you. 🧙

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Patch history

  1. Update Now Available!
    Jul 24, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  2. V1.0 Patch Notes
    Jun 12, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  3. Version 1.0 Available Now!
    Jun 12, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  4. Wizard of Legend 2 Leaves Early Access June 12th
    May 29, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  5. Update 0.6.3 is live now.
    Mar 4, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  6. 4-Player Available Now!
    Feb 10, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  7. Hotfix
    Jan 18, 2025
  8. New patch is live - Version 0.5.3
    Jan 13, 2025significant · resets scoring window
  9. Patch #7 is now available
    Dec 22, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  10. Sky Citadel Content Update is Available Now!
    Dec 11, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  11. The Sky Citadel Update: Our First Major Content Expansion
    Dec 5, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  12. Patch #5 (Version 0.4.28)
    Nov 8, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  13. Patch #4 (Version 0.4.27)
    Nov 4, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  14. Patch #3 (Version 0.4.26)
    Oct 18, 2024significant · resets scoring window
  15. Wizard of Legend 2 - Patch #2 Now Live!
    Oct 9, 2024significant · resets scoring window