- Steam pricePrice
- $14.99
- Release
- May 26, 2015
- Session GoalsGoals
- Platforms
How co-op works
Four wizards can hot-join every level and mode, combining up to five elements into offensive, defensive, or support spells. Friendly fire is always active; checkpoints help recover from mistakes, while optional Artifacts change the rules for repeat runs.
About this game
Magicka 2 throws players into a world devastated by the Wizard Wars, where the few remaining spellcasters have either lost their minds or turned hostile. This is true co-op action adventure, built around collaboration and the ever-present risk of accidentally obliterating your teammates with a poorly aimed fireball.
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The core loop revolves around combining up to five elements on the fly to create thousands of spell combinations, from healing rain to explosive lightning beams. Friendly fire is always on, so coordinating with your fellow wizards is as much about survival as it is about defeating enemies. The chaos is the fun, especially when someone mixes the wrong elements at exactly the wrong moment.
You can play solo or team up with friends in local or online co-op, supporting couch play and split-screen setups. The spell-casting mayhem rewards quick thinking and constant communication, turning every encounter into a test of teamwork and improvisation under pressure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play Magicka 2 solo, or is it better with friends?
You can play solo, but Magicka 2 really shines in co-op. The spell-casting chaos and friendly fire mechanics make teamwork both hilarious and essential, so bringing friends along-either locally or online-creates the most memorable experience.
Does Magicka 2 have friendly fire?
Yes, friendly fire is always on. You can absolutely hit your teammates with your spells, which makes coordination crucial and often leads to chaotic (and funny) moments when someone casts the wrong spell at the wrong time.
How does local co-op work in Magicka 2?
Magicka 2 supports both single-screen play and split-screen for local co-op, so you can play on the same couch with friends. It also has full controller support and works with Steam Remote Play for flexible setups.