You have been invited to stay in Transylvania for the summer... Only to find out that you come from a long line of witches. Meet your new vampyre and strigoi classmates, embrace your destiny, and enroll in the Transylvanian Institute for Magick! A supernatural adventure made in Transylvania.
51 Players in Game
88 All-Time Peak
82,28 Rating
Steam Charts
51 Players in Game
88 All-Time Peak
82,28 Rating
At the moment, Near-Mage has 51 players actively in-game. This is 0% lower than its all-time peak of 88.
Near-Mage Player Count
Near-Mage monthly active players. This table represents the average number of players engaging with the game each month, providing insights into its ongoing popularity and player activity trends.
| Month |
Average Players |
Change |
| 2025-06 |
57 |
-5.91% |
| 2025-05 |
60 |
0% |
91 Total Reviews
85 Positive Reviews
6 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
Near-Mage has garnered a total of 91 reviews, with 85 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for Near-Mage over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
54 minutes
Amazing stuff.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 1
Positive
Playtime:
634 minutes
10/10 hit it out of the park
👍 : 4 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
568 minutes
I had a great time playing the game, it looks like there's plenty of opportunity to replay and find different pathways through.
👍 : 4 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
983 minutes
Great story tbh! I'm so happy that this game merged with gibbous! I missed Kitteh. Ngl I missed the puzzle aspect of the first game but i can see the amounth of work they had to put in to make the game as HUGE as it is. I loved the story. And I loved every Romanian aspect of it. I loved the art, and I think they did such a good job in combining real world with the magical world of Rakus. I might replay the game to complete all the achievements sometimes. I took my sweet time finishing this game, I just wanted to hear every side character speak and awe at the art and I still am not bored of it.
👍 : 4 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
1147 minutes
I enjoyed the art. The voice acting and all of the humor. This game was very dialogue heavy and just amazing. I would recommend this game highly this was amazing
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
132 minutes
This game is full of great characters, funny writing and an interesting world. So why am I not recommending it? Tudor. Because for some reason, instead of one of the good characters they force you to hang out with the most boring and annoying character in the whole game. And after it became clear that on top of it all he is presented as the love interest I realized that i could not take it anymore. A game full of choices but for some reason you have no choice but to endure him A LOT. A rare case of a great game being ruined for me by a single characrer.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Negative
Playtime:
2399 minutes
Having played Gibbous, I was thrilled to learn that Stuck in Attic was working on a new project. This gameplay is completely different than Gibbous, but the world(s) and characters are just as captivating and memorable. The artwork, dreamy pacing, character choices, and various alternative storylines make Near-Mage a cozy yet still plot-driven adventure that scratched an itch I didn't know I had. Near-Mage isn't a challenging game as far as puzzles go (no combining items or mental gymnastics), but it DOES require that you make some difficult choices, which, in my mind, made it a truly fulfilling game. If you're more interested in exploring some philosophical/moral/ethical questions within yourself, you will likely enjoy Near-Mage! I am about to play this game for a 3rd time because I love the special world Stuck in Attic have created (Visarion is my favorite). Also, if you are like me and enjoy Illy's wardrobe, it's 100% worth it to get the wardrobe DLC! I love changing my fit anytime a quest sends me to Sighişoara or The Institute.
Thank you, Stuck in Attic team! You deserve all the flowers for this wonderful game!
👍 : 6 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
86 minutes
After playing Gibbous - A Cthulhu Adventure I was excited to start playing this game from day one of its announcement. I was disappointed that the game play is more like a visual novel than a point and click adventure. It's nothing like their last game. I regret even buying it. I really hope Stuck in the Attic create more point and click style adventures like Gibbous with an inventory and adventure game play.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 0
Negative
Playtime:
606 minutes
Like in Gibbous, I really loved the storytelling and characters that drive the plot. Play Gibbous: A Cthulhu Adventure first before getting to Near-Mage to understand the story.
👍 : 5 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Near-Mage Minimum PC System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 or equivalent with multithreading
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: HD Graphics 3000
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor capable of multithreading and a 64-bit operating system
Near-Mage Recommended PC System Requirements
Recommended:- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-3470, 3.20GHz or equivalent
- Memory: 6 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor capable of multithreading and a 64-bit operating system
Near-Mage has specific system requirements to ensure smooth gameplay. The minimum settings provide basic performance, while the recommended settings are designed to deliver the best gaming experience. Check the detailed requirements to ensure your system is compatible before making a purchase.
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