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Ikenfell
Developer Happy Ray Games
Ikenfell ( IK-en-fel) is a role-playing video game developed by Happy Ray Games and published by Humble Games. It was released for Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on October 8, 2020. The tactical combat system involves players battling on an isometric grid, but also includes timing-based elements akin to the Paper Mario series. In the story, the player initially controls Maritte… From Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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1,133 of 1,245 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
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60 of 117 · most liked firstIf you’ve not played Ikenfell or have no plans to, I still highly recommend listening to Aivi & Surasshu’s incredible soundtrack. I’d sooner die than release a JRPG with an OST that didn’t live up to the greats like Final Fantasy, & I’m still alive just sayin. aivisura.bandcamp.com/album/ikenfe...
unlabelledView post →Buy Ikenfell if you want a neat magic school game whose profits won't go to a vile terf who openly funds anti trans lobbies 👌
unlabelledView post →So I'm playing Ikenfell and it's got three different enbies as PCs and is super chill about it. Like one of them is a nonbinary person who uses he/him, and it doesn't come up until you're way into the game and he's all "hey, not a guy, I'm nonbinary" when someone calls him a guy offhandedly.
unlabelledView post →Reminder that piracy makes properties money, propagates their lifespans, and is actually a measurement used to determine if more of that property will be made. Don't even fucking pirate the shitty racism witches. Instead, pirate the queer witch game I worked on, Ikenfell.
unlabelledView post →Ikenfell can be a mixed bag at times but overall I think the positives outweigh the negatives for me to recommend it. It's also v e r y queer lol 80% of the main characters are gay and that's some great representation. So if you're the "my pronouns are kiss my ass" or "everything's woke" type.... ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ off lmao go play warzone or some ♥♥♥♥. Breakdown as follows: Pros: -Excellent soundtrack. I don't know ♥♥♥♥ about Steven Universe but the composers also did the music for it and apparently…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Buy Ikenfell and you will not be disappointed, now THAT'S a game that worth every penny.
unlabelledView post →Maritte and Pertisia from Ikenfell, a commission from @asundayraine.bsky.social 🥺❤️ thank you again and for showing me this beautiful game! #ikenfell
unlabelledView post →Ikenfell is a game that I really could not bring myself to enjoy. As a big fan of JRPGs and great pixel art, I was excited to see what this game had in store. 9 hours of slowly becoming more and more jaded later, I cannot get behind this game in any light. First of all, the sprite art is alright. Nothing insanely pretty, it’s obviously an RPGMaker game that takes a lot of inspiration from Earthbound and Undertale. I usually love the visuals in these games but in Ikenfell it was only so-so.…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I beat Ikenfell today and it was heartfelt, lovely, queer as hell, and absolutely uplifting. 100% the kind of game I needed for times like these.
unlabelledView post →oops I stayed up til 1am playing Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. the turn based combat is, so far, scratching a nostalgic RPG itch—plus adds in some dodge/parry mechanics that remind me a lot of Ikenfell (first game I saw that concept). I'm enjoying it so far! if you hate QTEs, there's an auto option!
unlabelledView post →IKENFELL A turn-based RPG that combines the nostalgia of an old Final Fantasy game with modern storytelling. It's a tale of pain and trauma, but it's also a tale of queerness and found family. If you liked Owl House, you'll LOVE Ikenfell!
unlabelledView post →I'd also just like to put #Ikenfell out there, a game I was proud to be one of the writers one :)
unlabelledView post →🧙The Books of Magic (the original run if you can get it.) 🧙♀️Maho Tsuki Tai (Magic User's Club, a good classic Anime.) 🧙Ikenfell (a video game actually with a lot of LGBTQA+ rep.) 🧙♀️Any of the Discworld books with Rincewind as the protagonist 🧙The Abhorsen Books by Garth Nix (just a fave)
unlabelledView post →I received Ikenfell as a Christmas gift, and I’m incredibly thankful for it — thanks Taku! ^^ Ikenfell is a charming, story-driven tactical RPG that takes you on a magical journey filled with mystery, friendship, and heartfelt moments. At first, the game feels very chill and cutesy, with charming pixel graphics and turn-based tactical combat. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it easy to settle into the magical school setting. You play as Maritte, who arrives at Ikenfell in search…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Band Member Announcement #13 RekcahDam is a rapper, producer, game developer, and drummer who not only makes music with Hip Hop groups such as EXO, but also has an extensive career working on music in games and television, including titles such as Steven Universe, Ikenfell, and Ninjala. 1/
unlabelledView post →Hello Friends, Today I will review the game IKENFELL. This is a indie game featuring a female protagonist looking for her missing sister in a magic school. While searching, she will discover many secrets and weird things happening at the school. With the help of other students the player finds around the school, they will discover many locations in the school. The fighting is strategy based on a grid. The players will have to decide where to move and what spells they can cast on a limited…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ikenfell is an incredible game, solid, fun, hard, with an amazing soundtrack, emotional story, and a combat that doesn't get stale and keep you on your toes until the end! Give this game a chance! The combat The combat is turn based, with a small grid for tactical strategy, and every attack or defense has a quick timing system. All this together creates an interesting challenge, where all your actions have to be planned, and wih your skills all having different ranges, earlier ones never get…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ikenfell is one of my favorite games. Amazing queer wizard game with gorgeous music.
unlabelledView post →Honestly, this is probably the best game I have played and will play all year. This LGBTQIA-positive and Mental Health-positive RPG oozes style. From an incredible soundtrack to lovable characters to a combat system that feels like the Tactics version of Super Mario RPG, this game is just one amazing moment after another. If the dev team set out to make an experience that all RPG fans should try, then they succeeded with flying colors. And as far as setting is concerned, it's far more…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I really liked the characters, the music, and the general vibes, and the game is really progressive with lots of LGBTQ representation which is awesome. But, I just didn't find the game all that fun. The combat was very tedious, so towards the end of the game I enabled the assist setting that lets you skip combat, which was better than the alternative of abandoning the game unfinished. Overall the story is fine, but not very satisfying imo.
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is really fun. I like gay people.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →They initiated the composer-led movement to coin the genre “digital fusion”. They also started a sensitivity and accessibility team for the game Ikenfell, in addition to composing music for it. In 2022, they took a break from industry work to found Infloresce Records - @infloresce.com
unlabelledView post →Spell your name with video games! Nina Aquila: Legal Eagle Absinthia Omori Misao Ikenfell Lil Gator Game Grimm's Hollow Battle for Wesnoth Tuneria All indie games!
unlabelledView post →Ikenfell is the first game I've played that had vocal music within the story (not credits). This one has to be my fave; I gasped when the scene with this song started. Turns out it's within my vocal range too.
unlabelledView post →Reading negative reviews makes me think I played a completely different game. I know player experience may vary but I think most of the negative reviews are either too harsh or the game is just not someone's cup of tea. As for me, finally playing Ikenfell was a great decision. The battles were never tiring (enemy attacks were so well telegraphed that most of the time it was possible to get them right even on the very first try), the story was enjoyable, the humor was good and the vocalized…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Getting the "I hate anything modern" flak again so why not. Here's every game I've reviewed on RPGreats since 2020 I've given at least 2.5 stars too XCOM Chimera Squad Ghost of Tsushima Ikenfell Horizon's Gate Yakuza: Like a Dragon Hades Trials of Mana Final Fantasy VII Remake Horizon's Gate
unlabelledView post →giving a thumbs-up because there's a lot to love and to support queer games but it still left me feeling let down in a number of ways. firstly it should be acknowledged that this game was released in 2020 and I played through it at the start of 2026. that wasn't that long ago, but long enough where I won't be able to fully appreciate the boldness of some choices. neopronoun representation stands as a bold inclusion even today. the music slaps no matter the mood, and there's a generous amount…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hmm, it might snow here today. Sounds like a good coffeeshop afternoon to me! Ikenfell at 6pm EST though, in case anyone needs some more cozy queer game :> #vsky #vtuber #envtuber ❄️🐉
unlabelledView post →I want so badly to love this game but I can only like it. The combat becomes very repetitive and tedious, timed actions become almost necessary to make any progress despite having incredibly clunky timing windows, gem accessories make equipping anything else pointless, and certain party members are just ridiculously strong while others are near useless... it's still pretty good though.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Games for username letters Bangai-O Ōkami Untitled Goose Game Little Inferno Assault Suits Valken Photographs Ōsama Monogatari Ikenfell Rymdkapsel Event[0]
unlabelledView post →Drawn in by cats and magic, stayed for the deeper than I anticipated JRPG gameplay and story-line. Some boss fights were challenging for me, but I got through them because I was invested in the story. The characters show growth throughout the game, and they did a great job with the music matching the tone of the moment. I enjoyed it!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ikenfell is by far the queerest game I have ever played. I do appreciate the representation, but it can be a bit much. Not that it's a detriment, but as the story progressed it got a bit silly. However, the writing was decent, mostly, and it didn't come across as pandering... just a bit hamfisted at times. The gameplay itself was solid. The battle system was inspired by megaman battle network... but it does get repetitive. Around the halfway point of the game you get the best character. And it…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Or, buy Ikenfell, an incredible wizard school game not from a spiteful franchise.
unlabelledView post →❄️🐉SCHEDULE TIME❄️🐉 We get to be a proud Deadbeat💀 again on Monday, this time with the brand new game Myriad Death! I also remembered Ikenfell existed for Tuesday, will be yapping with @pacificwishes.bsky.social on Thursday, and do more Unbound on Friday for #FloatzelFriday! See ya'll there! #vtuber
unlabelledView post →Good game. Very fun. The boss battles could drag on a bit (playing on normal) but otherwise it was enjoyable. Good writing, fun characters. Definitely recommend for those who like these little turn-based games, like me. :D **EDIT** And I can't believe I forgot to mention the CATS!!! OMG!!! CATS, EVERYWHERE!!!!! :D That was the best part. Every game should have a cat you visit to save the game and heal up. Seriously! :D
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ikenfell is incredible. Everything about it is infused with love from the combat, setting, and characters. And its gay.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Adorable pixel art and animations. Great feeling captured in just a few pixels. Very LGBT+ friendly, with cute romance story bits between the save-the-world story and turn-based combat. Combat gets a bit samey-by the end, but changing your team helps provide interest. Plays great on Steam Deck.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ikenfell is a straightforward RPG on the surface, but it surprises with a touching story, character growth that feels natural, and a solid battle system. It may not be a groundbreaking adventure, yet it delivers a warm, engaging experience that is easy to appreciate.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →If you really want a wizard game, go play Ikenfell. It's good. also if you still support Harry potter, you're transphobic. do better.
unlabelledView post →I'm on my third playthrough of this game and just as in love with it as ever. Where to begin? The story is well told through well-rounded and exceptionally queer characters. The music is catchy, well-attuned to the mood of the plot, and never gets old. The battle system is novel and fun. The environment you get to walk around gives a sense of awe. And I appreciate all the accessibility settings!! The options to make the game easier or harder, or more usable or tolerable to those with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Hi everyone! I'm getting back into streaming this week with: -Ikenfell as an (unofficial) part of #WizardDay, playing my favorite gay wizardy game for raising money towards Trans Lifeline -Storyboards for my animated pilot! -Ooblets, as suggested by @bancha.positivt.space for his upcoming redebut!
unlabelledView post →Post four indie games you think more people should have played Little Goody Two Shoes Sayonara Wild Hearts Ikenfell Sorry We're Closed
unlabelledView post →Ikenfell is another game that draws inspiration from the old school, but it has some inventive gameplay, well defined characters and a fantastic OST that make it a memorable journey. And a well written LGBTQ+ cast that isn't just jammed in for cheap pandering, which is always a plus.
unlabelledView post →GAMERSKY Who do you think is an underrated female character/protagonist? I nominate reluctant fire-witch Maritte from Ikenfell. Not too many people played this game but I loved it. Charming, sincere, cleverly written and even surprisingly funny with a great soundtrack. Gay witches forever.
unlabelledView post →tl;dr -- The storytelling and the soundtrack are pretty good. The gameplay falls off quickly, starting from the mid-game. Early game is balanced well and enjoyable. Chapter boss HP scales exponentially and their damage scales linearly. Your damage from levels and your damage from gear scale VERY linearly. Which means your damage will get outpaced starting from the mid-game. Late game, the bosses start to hit you for 45-80% of your HP while you will hit them for 3-4% of their HP: If you…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Sigh, I bounced off of Ikenfell. It's a beautiful game with all the trimmings... except it requires a lot out of you! Every single new room is 30+ dialog windows. Every encounter is ten minutes. Backtracking. It's tuned way too aggressively in difficult for me to want to play it. I'm just angry because all it needed was a really good editor to cut everything by half, and remove some of the bloat in the fights. It looked exactly like a game I would have loved. Ugggg!!!! /vent
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →As a jrpg, it sucks. As a visual novel, it's good. The game has this awful timing combat, which sounds neat but it's far too hard to use. However, there's an option to turn on auto timing and even instant wins, making combat non-existent. The game becomes mostly an interactive visual novel with those options enabled. That's how I played it. It's up to you whether you play in hard mode or very easy mode. The soundtrack is great too (available for purchase on bandcamp fyi weird that it's not…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →also shoutouts to: - Ikenfell for being an incredibly cute queer magical school RPG - Void Stranger, you know what you did - Demonschool for tricking me into playing my first Persona game (and letting me kiss all the women)
unlabelledView post →Turns out Magic School settings don't have to be godawful, who'd have thunk it? (I like the game Ikenfell as a positive example of a good use of said setting)
unlabelledView post →Spell your username with video game titles! Simcity Pirates! Gold Operation C (The) Oregon Trail No More Heroes Sqoon Hades Ikenfell River City Ransom One Step from Eden ...Honestly it's harder than you'd think to come up with three titles that start with "O"
unlabelledView post →I'm sad to give this a negative review but as the game went on, it only got worse and worse until I couldn't take the game seriously anymore. The cast is entirely queer, including one person with neopronouns which is nice to see. The story and characters are generally very shallow, and around the midpoint of the game each chapter starts feeling monotonous as the plot takes too many twists and turns to have been planned out beforehand. Combat is generally enjoyable, though in the late game…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game dev and indie game people might be interested in this. Cool resource from Chevy Ray (creator of Ikenfell). chevyray.itch.io/pixel-font-m...
unlabelledView post →Still progressing through the game, but seems quite good so far. Combat timing mechanics are varied and interesting, story is well-written.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's so good I had to buy the game twice (1st on switch then on steam) I hope to see more from this studio, the combat and accessibility options are very welcoming for gamers of all kinds
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →We're excited to announce that @renko.studio will be joining the Jade Chamber Sound team as our Vocalist/Lyricist and Project Manager. Some of her video game credits include "Ikenfell", "beatmania", "Yars Rising", and she will be lending her voice to our vocal productions to JCS.
unlabelledView post →Ikenfell. It's such an awesome game with an interesting plot and well-written characters, really. Please, go play it, it deserves more love and attention! 😊
unlabelledView post →The game (and series) would also become a major cult classic for its earnest writing, emotional sincerity and offbeat sense of humor, inspiring later games like Undertale, Deltarune and Ikenfell.
unlabelledView post →Well written with a very cute pixel art style that feels almost like something out of rpg-maker, in a good way. I'm a sucker for timed hit mechanics, helped keep the battles engaging, and I love how mana isn't a system for these characters and the magic is more of an innate part of their playstyle. Each character felt enjoyable and different enough to use, with their own personal story developments adding to it. Cool little secrets to find, which are always a bonus, I'd say it was a good…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Ah yes this is crashing out 😭 Right wingers are fucking insane lol. I'll say it again, if you want a good wizard game, play Ikenfell, it's great!
unlabelledView post →Here's some fanart of a game I adore called: Ikenfell! This is the thumbnail revision for my fourth video! #ikenfell #fanart #pixelart
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