Magician

About

Magician is a psychological horror visual novel from SmileStrawbunny that unfolds in episodic installments. Set in a whimsical yet unsettling world filled with magical creatures, the story follows Charlie, a 19-year-old grappling with anxiety and a fear of being powerless. After striking a deal with a mysterious entity to become a "Magician," Charlie gains supernatural abilities but quickly learns that reshaping reality to fix the world is fraught with unintended consequences. Each episode presents narrative-driven choices that blur the line between heroism and self-destruction, blending slice-of-life moments with creeping dread and moral ambiguity. The game stands out for its tense character study and gradual tonal shifts from mundane to macabre. While only the first day is currently available, early episodes have sparked discussion in visual novel circles for their sharp writing and unsettling themes. Player decisions ripple through the story, affecting relationships and outcomes in ways that feel personal yet unpredictable. With its focus on emotional stakes and quiet horror, Magician carves a distinct path in the genre by making the real threat less about monsters and more about the weight of responsibility.

Storyline

Charlie is your average anxious 19-year-old in a world full of fun, fantastical creatures. Scared of being useless, they find themselves making a deal with a creature that promises to make them an all-powerful being known as a “Magician.” Now, they go through each day ready to use their magical powers to make the world a better place! If only making the world a better place was as easy as they had hoped…