Wed Dec 31 1969
Coming Soon · Expected Mar 24, 2026 · $2.99 · Designed for iPad
Tepes Ovidiu has a reputation for creating incredibly polished, thoughtful indie games, and 'Almost Out of Mana' is his best work yet. It strips away all the 'fluff' of modern gaming—no daily rewards, no battle passes, just pure, brilliant puzzle design.
The premise is hilarious (reclaiming a pair of lucky pants), but the gameplay is surprisingly deep. The 'limited mana' mechanic forces you to think three or four steps ahead, making it feel more like a game of wizard chess than a standard RPG. The art style is clean and charming, and the lack of a timer makes it the perfect 'thinking person's' game. It's a premium title that is worth every penny.
Pure tactical gameplay with no timers or rush
Premium experience: no ads, no tracking, no data collection
Diverse spellbook with distinct mechanics
Extensive accessibility features including high contrast and reduced motion
Analyze the entire board before casting your first spell. Often, a single high-cost 'chain' spell is more mana-efficient than several small attacks.
Enemies react expressively to your spells. Some might move closer when hit, while others might shield their allies. Use these reactions to manipulate enemy positions.
Yes, it includes a 'Differentiate Without Colour Alone' mode and high-contrast settings.
As anyone who's played a magic user in any TTRPG or MMORPG will tell you, spells are stressful. And keeping track of all your resources,...
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