Mahou Arms, an anime-style hack-and-slash game, is scheduled for a full version release on April 27 for PC via Steam. This information delivered by publisher Sekai Project and developer Dischan Media. Upon release, Mahou Arms will leave its Early Access status that has been running since April 28, 2020, or almost six years. This article summarizes the key points of the announcement, including development context, price changes, and an overview of the mentioned content.
Mahou Arms release schedule
The full version of Mahou Arms will launch on April 27 on PC (Steam). The long Early Access period is notable as it shows the game is evolving over a long period of time before reaching full release. Gematsu's announcement also mentions that Mahou Arms has been available in Early Access since 2020, so the transition to version 1.0 marks a new phase of development and distribution.
Price changes upon full version release
Upon leaving Early Access, the price of Mahou Arms will increase from USD 29.99 by approximately USD 10. This increase information is given as an estimate, not a final figure. Price changes when a game leaves Early Access are common, as the full version is usually considered to represent a more mature content package and stability than the early access phase.
Story overview and game focus
Mahou Arms is described as a hack-and-slash character-action game that follows the story of a paramilitary magical girl group fighting an alien invasion called ‘Locks. The setting puts humanity on the brink of conquest, and the global paramilitary organization GARDA finds a way to fight back through magical girls. Players take on the role of a GARDA commander, leading a small team and taking direct control of the battlefield.
Mahou Arms content and features
Mahou Arms offers two playable characters with different movesets and playstyles. Besides the main battle, the game also mentions side quests and gameplay variations in the form of minigames such as cyberspace battles, drone racing, and rail shooting, with some parts noted “COMING SOON”. The boss battle side was also mentioned, including one boss battle already available and plans to add another boss in the future. Dischan Media is also planning alternative outfits for the characters Aemlia and Susan, with the note that the outfit is free for Early Access players.
