Magic Orbz

 PlayStation 3
Metascore
66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 13
  3. Negative: 1 out of 13
  1. Destructoid
    80
    Magic Ball is a great PSN game, with a bright and vibrant look, an endearing sense of character and some wholly addictive, if rather derivative, gameplay.
  2. Gamer 2.0
    79
    If you’re a fan of games like Breakout and Arkanoid, Magic Ball brings a refreshing new approach to that genre that most developers have avoided until this point.
  3. PSX Extreme
    77
    Magic Ball isn’t quite as innovative as other PSN games out there and it certainly won’t test your brain, but it’s a decent downloadable title that may deserve your attention.
  5. IGN
    75
    Magic Ball is a streamlined, simple game that's fun to play. There aren't many frills, there's no story to speak of, and it's not incredibly long, but if you feel like a good brick-braking game, purchasing this title should be an easy decision.
  6. TotalPlayStation
    75
    Magic Ball is fun enough while it lasts, but it'll only last you a weekend or so at most.
  7. GameFocus
    71
    While the 3D facelift is nice and the stages are extremely cute, the lack of level variety and short gameplay may have you forgetting about it in the long run.
  8. VideoGamer
    70
    With only two themes you'll soon grow tired of blasting knights and pirates, and the two-player modes will only be of interest to a small number of people. Most definitely worth a look, but not quite up there with the best available on the PSN.
  9. Thunderbolt
    70
    A fun, simple and at times compulsive game which is worth a look if you’re a fan of the classic Breakout.
  10. TheSixthAxis
    60
    Magic Ball is a charming title that will appeal to a much wider range of gamers than most PSN downloads. It’s a little short, but younger gamers will appreciate the smooth learning curve and the two online modes will provide a little extra life, especially as they come complete with leaderboards.
  11. GameSpot
    60
    Magic Ball's short-lived thrills are anything but magical, but they make for a decent distraction.
  12. Gamestyle
    60
    The actual game play is practically bullet proof, as one would expect. It’s the lack of themes or even additional modes that holds back Magic Orbz from being a must have purchase.
  13. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    50
    It loses whatever grip it has on your attention too quickly. [Mar 2009, p.103]
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  14. Gaming Age
    42
    All together, I found Magic Ball to be pretty bland, and to top things off the game tells you that it's to be continued, with spots already reserved for additional episodes, obviously meaning that there's some DLC down the road.

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 30 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 30
  3. Negative: 4 out of 30
  1. Alvokun
    Jun 19, 2017
    8
    This is one of the arkanoid-like games I have enjoyed the most; I spent many hours playing (so many that my 60 GB while playing the game andThis is one of the arkanoid-like games I have enjoyed the most; I spent many hours playing (so many that my 60 GB while playing the game and had to buy a new one).

    Above all, Magic Orbz is original, as it has its own design, settings and even power-ups regarding gameplay. It may be a bit difficult at times, but should precisely be a good point. Overall, it deserves 8 points out of 10.    … Full Review »
  2. the_blueprint
    Dec 18, 2013
    7
    It's a nice looking brick breaking game in 3D graphics. I enjoyed just looking at this game. I liked the fact that there was a 2 player co-opIt's a nice looking brick breaking game in 3D graphics. I enjoyed just looking at this game. I liked the fact that there was a 2 player co-op (or competitive) as well.… Full Review »
  3. SteveN
    Apr 27, 2009
    8
    Magic Ball is actually a lot of fun to play, especially in co-op mode. In fact, it's one of the only games my fiancé and I have Magic Ball is actually a lot of fun to play, especially in co-op mode. In fact, it's one of the only games my fiancé and I have played through together (she doesn't normally play many games). I like that this game uses a physics-based engine to make things more exciting, but at times that does make it very hard to predict where the ball is going to bounce. The 'sets' that you look at are also very cool, but occasionally objects will obstruct your view. That said, we managed to beat every level (and just got the 'witches' themed expansion) without having to retry that many of them. It was well worth getting.… Full Review »
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