Flashback Classic
Neo Geo · Action / Platformer
Magician Lord
Deep cut
| System | Neo Geo |
|---|---|
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | ADK |
| Publisher | SNK |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Developed by ADK and published by SNK, Magician Lord arrived on the Neo Geo as an action game. It blends action and platformer elements.
Among the 11 Neo Geo action games in our database, it ranks #9 by legacy score.
ADK also made Aggressors of Dark Kombat, Ninja Master's - Haō ninpō chō and Crossed Swords for the Neo Geo.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Neo Geo hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Magician Lord is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Magician Lord walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Magician Lord.
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Playing Neo Geo games today
Neo Geo games are built for short, intense arcade sessions and are at their best head-to-head with a friend. Most of the library has been re-released on modern platforms, and the games also run in arcade emulators such as Rec0m88's MAME support.
Magician Lord FAQ
Who made Magician Lord?
It was developed by ADK and published by SNK.
Is Magician Lord multiplayer?
No. Magician Lord is a single-player game.
How long does Magician Lord take to play?
As an action game, Magician Lord typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Magician Lord on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.