The Price of Magik

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The Price of Magik continues the story from Myglar the Magician. As a text-based adventure, it tasks you with halting a corrupted guardian who's siphoning power from a mystical crystal. Progress relies on solving logic puzzles and making choices that affect outcomes. The game leans heavily on descriptive storytelling and deduction rather than combat. Each action is typed in direct commands, requiring precise wording to trigger events. The game is remembered for its steep challenge and nonlinear design. Many players revisit sections to uncover hidden paths, with some taking weeks to complete. While it lacks modern conveniences like hint systems, its dense worldbuilding and puzzle variety keep it discussed in retro gaming circles. A 2023 community poll ranked it 14th among Commodore 64 adventures for its lasting mental workout.