Ikenfell
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About Ikenfell
Ikenfell is a turn-based tactical RPG from Happy Ray Games that launched on October 8, 2020. You play as a group of magic students who have been expelled from their school for misbehavior. The story takes place within the twisted halls of Ikenfell Academy, where you must uncover dark secrets while fighting monsters. Humble Games published this title across PlayStation 4, PC, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Mac. It is a single-player experience that focuses on strategy rather than real-time action. The game treats your party members as distinct characters with their own spells and abilities. You navigate a school setting filled with puzzles and combat encounters that require careful planning to overcome.
Gameplay
Sessions revolve around moving your four-person party through dungeon-like corridors and engaging in grid-based battles. Combat uses a timing mechanic where you must press buttons at the right moment to power up attacks or block incoming spells. This adds a layer of skill to the turn-based structure that keeps fights from feeling static. You explore the school map to find loot, talk to NPCs, and trigger events. The game modes are strictly single-player with no multiplayer options. Controls remain consistent across all platforms, allowing you to manage spell cooldowns and positioning without confusion. Typical battles last several minutes as you coordinate your party members to take down tougher enemies. You will face various bosses that test your understanding of the timing system and resource management.
What Players Think
Players on PlayPile have logged an average playtime of 14 hours before finishing the main campaign. The community rating sits at 7.8 out of 10 based on over 3,000 reviews. Metacritic users gave it a score of 72 out of 100. Most players describe the mood as challenging but rewarding when they master the combat timing. Completion rates show that 65% of owners have beaten the game at least once. Achievements are somewhat difficult to track, with only 29.6% of the 27 total unlocks reached on average by users. Review snippets frequently mention the school setting as a strong point while noting that some puzzles can feel repetitive. The price has stayed consistent, with the historical low matching the cheapest current price at $5.99 on Steam.
PlayPile's Take
This title is worth buying if you enjoy tactical RPGs that demand precise timing during combat. At $5.99, it offers solid value for a 14-hour experience with a complete story and distinct character classes. The achievement system provides extra goals for those who want to explore every corner of the school. You should avoid this game if you prefer fast-paced action or open-world exploration over structured dungeon crawling. The difficulty curve spikes in later areas, so be prepared for some frustrating fights before you get the hang of the mechanics. It is a niche title that fits well on PC and Switch but lacks the polish of bigger budget RPGs.
Game Modes
Single player
IGDB Rating
84.0
RAWG Rating
3.2
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