How many people are playing Magic Research right now?

Magic Research has 16 players on Steam right now, with a 24-hour peak of 25 and an all-time peak of 1,108 on Apr 2023.

What is the all-time peak player count of Magic Research?

1,108 concurrent players on Apr 2023.

When was Magic Research released on Steam?

Magic Research was released on Steam on 23 Mar 2023.

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Magic Research

GameApp ID 2,311,680by MaticolottoReleased 23 Mar 2023

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1,108

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App ID2,311,680

Release date23 Mar 2023

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Install size722 MB

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Last update22 Oct 2025

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DeveloperMaticolotto

Changenumber37,810,771

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Magic Research

Maticolotto
Released 23 Mar 2023·App 2311680

Steam user reviews

Very Positive

90.9%· 416 reviews

Recent Mostly Positive · 75%

SteamPeaks Rating

87.8 Very positive

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1,108

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22 Oct 2025

20:49:14NewsPatch notes for v1.15.13———Game update

Game update · published 22 Oct 2025, 20:49:14 UTC

Patch notes for v1.15.13

Fix the "heart" screen-pinning buttons on the left hand side menu

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21 May 2024

18:19:25NewsMagic Research 2 is out NOW! Free demo available!———Esports

Esports · published 21 May 2024, 18:19:25 UTC

Magic Research 2 is out NOW! Free demo available!

Exciting news! Magic Research 2, an entirely new game from the creator of Magic Research, has just launched! Check out the demo and play the game now! And if you already own Magic Research on Steam, you can complete your collection and get an additional 10% off! FAQ What is Magic Research 2? Magic Research 2 is an entirely new game of the same genre as Magic Research: an incremental, text-based…

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10 May 2024

21:48:03NewsAnnouncing Magic Research 2! Demo out now! Full game in less than 2 weeks!———Esports

Esports · published 10 May 2024, 21:48:03 UTC

Announcing Magic Research 2! Demo out now! Full game in less than 2 weeks!

Exciting news! Magic Research 2, an entirely new game from the creator of Magic Research, will be out on Steam on May 21st, 2024 . Check out the demo and wishlist the game now! FAQ What is Magic Research 2? Magic Research 2 is an entirely new game of the same genre as Magic Research: an incremental, text-based, auto-battler RPG with a heavy focus on Magic. Play the role of a rookie wizard with…

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6 Feb 2024

23:14:17NewsNew release: v1.15.0 - Minor changes and bug fixes———13321051

In-game event · published 6 Feb 2024, 23:14:17 UTC

New release: v1.15.0 - Minor changes and bug fixes

A new version of Magic Research, v.1.15.0, is now released on Steam! This new version has mostly smaller UI changes and bug fixes; no new content. Full release notes New features and changes: - Research menu now shows exp and time needed for next level for each school, as well as their next unlock - Hide events menu by default on all surfaces less than 1300px wide - Enchant Lumber Yards will no…

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5 Jun 2023

00:48:23NewsNew release: v1.14.1 - Multi-craft, collapsible containers, NG+ balance changes———11387203

In-game event · published 5 Jun 2023, 00:48:23 UTC

New release: v1.14.1 - Multi-craft, collapsible containers, NG+ balance changes

A new version of Magic Research, v.1.14.1, is now released on Steam! This new version contains mostly bug fixes, a few smaller UI / UX changes, and balance changes to some pieces of the post-game. Full release notes New features and changes: - Show turned on buildings directly on the button, rather than needing to expand to see this information - Add the ability to collapse multiple containers…

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5 May 2023

23:58:22NewsNew release: v1.13.2 - Steam achievements, 2 new Storylines, and more!———11161766

In-game event · published 5 May 2023, 23:58:22 UTC

New release: v1.13.2 - Steam achievements, 2 new Storylines, and more!

A new version of Magic Research, v1.13.2, is now released on Steam! This new version finally adds 42 Steam Achievements . In addition, it also adds 2 new late-game Storylines , a few new random events, a "Cause of Death" feature in the exploration log, and more. Loading up your game should automatically unlock all of the achievements you should have unlocked. (If you are playing a NG+, you will…

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24 Apr 2023

12:17:08NewsNew version: v1.12.1 - "A little less annoying" update———In-game event

In-game event · published 24 Apr 2023, 12:17:08 UTC

New version: v1.12.1 - "A little less annoying" update

A new version of Magic Research, v1.12.1, is now available on Steam! This new version is a medium-sized update which tries to mitigate some of the most severe annoyances with the game, making the journey throughout the game more enjoyable. It contains changes that should improve the crafting experience, the Monstium grind, some annoying boss mechanics, and much more. It also includes 1 new Stor…

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19 Apr 2023

13:16:23NewsNew update: v1.11.1 - New post-game content, New Game+ mode, and more!———11035187

In-game event · published 19 Apr 2023, 13:16:23 UTC

New update: v1.11.1 - New post-game content, New Game+ mode, and more!

A new version of Magic Research, v1.11.1, is now available on Steam! This is a medium-to-large sized update focused on new content, with 2 new post-game Storylines (which I will not spoil), a New Game+ feature (to be unlocked via one of those Storylines), 1 new Spell, improved tooltip behavior, several balance changes and bug fixes, and more. If you notice any bugs, or have feedback, feel free…

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14 Apr 2023

00:22:18NewsMinor update: v1.10.5———10999369

Game update · published 14 Apr 2023, 00:22:18 UTC

Minor update: v1.10.5

A new version of Magic Research, v1.10.5, is now available on Steam! This version solves a bug introduced in v1.10.3 where number keys could sometimes be used to use items even if they had run out or under cooldown.

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13 Apr 2023

23:54:09NewsMinor update: 1.10.4———10999195

Game update · published 13 Apr 2023, 23:54:09 UTC

Minor update: 1.10.4

A new version of Magic Research, v1.10.4, is now available on Steam! This is a small but important hotfix with a single change: * Fix stunning not canceling enemy attacks

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08:48:40NewsNew update: v1.10.3———10984891

In-game event · published 13 Apr 2023, 08:48:40 UTC

6 Apr 2023

01:45:59NewsNew update: v1.9.1———10936220

In-game event · published 6 Apr 2023, 01:45:59 UTC

New update: v1.9.1

A new version of Magic Research, v1.9.1, is now available on Steam! This is a medium-sized release. It adds two new features, both locked behind two new early-game Storylines, as well as several bugfixes and some quality of life improvements. This is a small-to-medium-sized release. Most of the changes in this release are various bug fixes, accessibility / screen reader improvements, and balanc…

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28 Mar 2023

08:52:21NewsNew update: v1.8.1———In-game event

In-game event · published 28 Mar 2023, 08:52:21 UTC

New update: v1.8.1

A new version of Magic Research, v1.8.1, is now available on Steam! This is a small-to-medium-sized release. Most of the changes in this release are various bug fixes, accessibility / screen reader improvements, and balance changes, particularly to the late game. The full release notes can be found here . If you notice any bugs or have any feedback about the new version, feel free to let me kno…

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23 Mar 2023

01:15:48NewsMagic Research is out now!———Steam news

Steam news · published 23 Mar 2023, 01:15:48 UTC

Magic Research is out now!

The full version of Magic Research is now available on Steam! For this week only, with a 20% launch discount! Will you be able to win the Tournament of Magic? Join us now in the official Discord to discuss the game!

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18 Mar 2023

14:45:25NewsWelcome to Magic Research! - FAQ & Release Date———Community

Community · published 18 Mar 2023, 14:45:25 UTC

Welcome to Magic Research! - FAQ & Release Date

Welcome to Magic Research! In Magic Research, you are the headmaster of a newly-created magical institution with one goal: to win the prestigious Tournament of Magic. What challenges, mysteries and adventures await you? Magic Research is releasing on Steam on March 23rd, 2023, at 1:00 AM UTC (GMT)! Get ready for the full game by playing the free demo available now on Steam . Your progress in th…

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