# Magic Research

> Lead a Magical School and Cast Spells in an Incremental Game!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mcolotto.magicresearchfull](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.mcolotto.magicresearchfull)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.mcolotto.magicresearchfull`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Maticolotto
- **Category:** GAME\_SIMULATION
- **Downloads:** 124,732
- **Rating:** 4.68 / 5 (2,064 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.15.12
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-17
- **First published:** 2023-01-25
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mcolotto.magicresearchfull)
- **Website:** [https://mcolotto.github.io/magic-research-demo/website](https://mcolotto.github.io/magic-research-demo/website)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://mcolotto.github.io/magic-research-demo/privacy-policy](https://mcolotto.github.io/magic-research-demo/privacy-policy)

## Description

**Magic Research** is an immersive incremental game where you become the headmaster of a magical school. Your mission is to explore and master diverse magical schools, casting over a hundred distinct spells with varying effects. Build and expand your campus, manage a skilled team of researchers and apprentices, and compete in the prestigious Tournament of Magic.

Unlock hidden features and secret storylines that permanently alter gameplay, ensuring a fresh experience each time. With over 40 hours of engaging content, the game supports both phones and tablet devices. Use the save data transfer feature to continue your progress seamlessly from the demo to the full game. Dive into the world of magic and lead your school to fame and glory!

## Rankings

- #200,302 — Overall
- #2 — magic
- #15 — research

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Magic Research is widely praised for its rich storytelling, thoughtful pacing, and strong endgame. Players love the world-building, the way idle mechanics are woven into a vivid narrative, and the retirement feature that keeps gameplay fresh. The game is considered a standout in the idle genre, with fair monetization and solid value for money. Common caveats include late-game repetitiveness, occasional pacing slowdowns due to upgrade waits, and rare device-related UI issues. Several reviews note the sequel improves on the original, but this title remains highly recommended.

### Pros

- Rich, immersive storytelling with beautiful writing and world-building.
- Engaging pacing and a clear endgame with satisfying progression.
- High replayability thanks to the retirement/ascension mechanic that boosts future runs.
- Fair monetization: no pay-to-win, no intrusive ads, and solid value for money.
- Polished, accessible design with a minimal HUD that is easy to understand and play, even for idle-game newcomers.

### Cons

- Late-game repetition and grind can feel monotonous to some players.
- Pacing can be slow for some (long waits for upgrades/offscreen time gating) and may dampen early progression.
- Occasional device-specific UI/readability issues reported on certain hardware (e.g., some Pixel devices).

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