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Ikenfell

Turn-based tactical RPG with timed spellcasting at a magic school

Happy Ray Games · Published by Balor Games · Released Oct 8, 2020

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Reviews
Very Positive
91% of 1,246
Recent reviews
Not enough recent
Playing now
2
peak 24h 3
Steam Deck
Verified
Last update
Unknown
no patch notes found

Metacritic: 69/100 (critic reviews)

What is Ikenfell?

This single-player, pixel-art tactical RPG follows a group of students uncovering secrets at a magic school. You explore its halls, search for hidden equipment, and fight monsters and bosses with a party of three. Battles are turn-based, with timed inputs that strengthen spells and block attacks.

For you if...

  • +you like tactical battles with timed spellcasting
  • +you enjoy searching a fantasy school for hidden items
  • +you want a story about friendship and loss

Not for you if...

  • you want turn-based combat without timing inputs
  • you prefer stories with little dialogue

What players say

91% of 1,246 reviews are positive

Players praise the music, pixel art, and LGBTQ+ representation. The most common complaint is that battles become slow and repetitive, particularly later in the game. Some players also find the story and characters underdeveloped.

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Ikenfell

Ikenfell system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS
Windows 7 or newer
Processor
Intel Core i5
Graphics
Intel Iris 6100
Memory
2 GB RAM
Storage
1 GB available space

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM
None declared on Steam
Controller
Full controller support
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Achievements
27
Steam features
Family Sharing

Steam Deck: Verified

  • All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
  • Shows Steam Deck controller icons
  • In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
  • Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Full audio: English. Text only: Japanese.

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