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Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist

Live Wire · Jan 22, 2025

PC · PS5 · Series X|S · PS4 · Xbox One · Switch

Teen

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Decades after the Rain of Death, a new journey begins in the Land of Fumes, where mystical powers lie beneath the earth. The kingdom’s desire for conquest led to the creation of the Homunculi, machine-like artificial life forms prepared to execute the king’s will. A recent resource-harvesting mission gone awry caused toxic vapors to emerge from underground, driving both man and machine to feral madness. As the Homonculi devolve into dangerous creatures, guide Lilac –- an “Attuner” with the power to purify those infected by the fumes — on a quest to save the kingdom. With the help of friendly machines and spirits who fight in Lilac’s stead, fend off mechanized legions of lunging carcasses, cannonball-firing corpses and chainsaw-wielding goblins terrorizing the land. Turn foes into friends by exorcizing corruption from enemy bosses. Wield their powers to add 30 different abilities to Lilac’s combat repertoire in an enhanced battle system where she can equip up to four special abilities at once. Improve Lilac’s odds of surviving this hunt for lost memories by leveling up attack strength, HP, and armor. Explore the depths, heights and far corners of the kingdom for lore-filled relics. Collect and trade gold for upgraded items at the Blacksmith’s storefront. Combine story fragments from the kingdom’s fleeing inhabitants with Lilac’s forgotten memories. Seek the truth in an atmospheric hand-drawn setting set to the soothing serenades of returning musical group Mili (Ghost in the Shell, Goblin Slayer) with a brand new original soundtrack available for purchase at launch.

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PC

Critic 8.8 (10 critics) · Gamer 9.5

8.8

PlayStation 5

Critic 9.0 (4 critics) · No ratings yet

Xbox Series X|S

Critic 9.0 (3 critics) · No ratings yet

PlayStation 4

Critic 9.0 (3 critics) · No ratings yet

Xbox One

Critic 9.0 (3 critics) · No ratings yet

Nintendo Switch

Critic 8.8 (5 critics) · No ratings yet

8.1

Critic reviews

  • Game Informer

    Marcus Stewart · Mar 24, 2025

    8.3
    Ender Magnolia is a solid sophomore effort for this series, and while the exploration is protracted and occasionally confusing, the combat steps up its game in a big way. While not a gigantic leap forward, chalk up another good outing in this hidden gem of a Metroidvania series.
  • Siliconera

    Daniel Bueno · Mar 13, 2025

    9.0
    Ender Magnolia offers another simple and effective 2D action RPG in a beautifully realized world that refines the prequel's systems.
  • NoobFeed

    Jubair Baky · Mar 09, 2025

    8.5
    ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist takes the series to new heights in almost every way. It offers an immensely detailed world to explore, an engaging plot, addictive gameplay, and many personalization options for the fighting style and start building.
  • RPGFan

    Des Miller · Mar 08, 2025

    9.0
    ENDER MAGNOLIA is a fantastic follow-up to a darling Metroidvania that pushes the series forward while remaining true to its predecessor.
  • Pure Nintendo

    Kaelyn Daugherty · Feb 26, 2025

    8.0
    If you’re a fan of metroidvania-style games, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist is one that might pique your interest. Most of the game takes place in a dark w
  • GameSpace.com

    Taoshi · Feb 19, 2025

    8.8
    I'd highly recommend Ender Magnolia to the fans of the metroidvania genre, everyone will find something for themselves here.

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