Magicka vs UnEpic
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Magicka wins 9 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Magicka is $0.41 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Magicka | UnEpic |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 74 | 66 |
| Quality | 80 | 81 |
| Value | 96 | 78 |
| Popularity | 35 | 30 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.79 | $2.20 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.7% positive | 90.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 19 | 10 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Magicka | UnEpic |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 25, 2011 | July 25, 2014 |
| Developers | Arrowhead Game Studios | @unepic_fran |
| Publishers | Paradox Interactive | Unepic Games |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | — | Windows XP or later |
| Processor (minimum) | — | Quad Core |
| Memory (minimum) | — | 8GB |
| Graphics (minimum) | — | Nvidia Geforce 512GB or more |
| DirectX® (minimum) | — | 7.0 or later |
| Hard Drive (minimum) | — | 256mb disk space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Magicka or UnEpic?
Magicka won the comparison against UnEpic based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Magicka worth buying over UnEpic?
Based on the metrics, Magicka won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Magicka currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:00 PM UTC