Item: WizUp!
Rating: 82
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

82/100

WizUp! is a refreshing take on the wizard-themed idle genre because it emphasizes resource management and 'prestige' cycles without the usual clutter of ads. You start as a lone wizard killing enemies and gathering resources, but the game quickly opens up with layers of unique mechanics like Paradox Anchors and Mirrors of Remembrance.

The real hook for me was balancing the 'Orbs of Power.' Deciding whether to pump my points into XP gain or Chaotic Essence production makes the 'active' part of the idle game feel meaningful. With over 45 different resources and items like the 'Ring of Stars' that trigger on your wizard's death, there's always a new strategy to try. It’s a slow burn, but for fans of incremental games who want a 'pure' experience without in-app purchases, this is a must-play.

Reviewed on: Sun Jun 09 2024

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I have a love-hate relationship with idlers. I appreciate that WizUp! doesn't try to pick my pocket every five minutes with 'gems' or 'energy'—that’s a win for old-school gamers. But the actual UI is as dry as a cracker. It feels more like a spreadsheet than a magical adventure. While the mechanics are solid and the progression is fair, there’s a distinct lack of visual feedback. When I cast a high-level spell, I want to see something, not just watch a number tick up slightly faster. It's a 'numbers go up' game in the purest sense, but it lacks the charm of something like Cookie Clicker or the depth of Realm Grinder.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

No ads or in-app purchases
Deep prestige system
Fair and balanced progression

Boring, text-heavy interface
Lack of visual flair
Slow start to the 'fun' loop

Technical Report

Performance: Extremely lightweight. You could run this on a decade-old iPhone with zero issues.

Accessibility:

Screen Reader Support
Adjustable Text Size

Audience Fit

Buy if: You hate microtransactions and want a 'pure' incremental game to play in the background.

Skip if: You need flashy graphics or a strong story to stay engaged.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative critic
Hardware: iPhone 13
Playtime: 20 hours
Status: 3rd Ascension

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

6478612783

$4.99 9+★3.8 13 reviews

Author : TopCog LLC

Pubish Date : Tue Mar 12 2024

Last Update Date : Wed Nov 13 2024

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.4.2Wed Nov 13 2024

1.4.2
-You can now Activate a Fate before Staff Level 5 instead of 1!
-Trader can be toggled on and off!
-Fixed Bag of Holding being highlighted sometimes when it can't be expanded anymore!
1.4.1
This update brings additional content with the Book of Fate! You can find the Book of Fate in the Magic Market, and it contains 6 Fates for you complete. Each Fate gives you a bonus when active, and a permanent bonus when completed! These Fates will help smooth out the mid-game progression and also provide some end-game content for players who have already beaten the game. I hope you enjoy them!
Changes
-Ring of Essentials now has a max level of 60
-You can now drop the Magic Dice onto individual Rings to respec them
-Achievements now reward 1 Paradox Anchor instead of 1 Mirror!
-New option: "Hold to Fast Upgrade" allows you upgrade items very quickly!
Fixes
-Fixed a bug preventing offline production of the Runic Table
-Fixed a crash that could occur if you upgraded the Temporal Net without having the Staff of Power
WizUp! is a wizard idle / incremental / resource management game: kill enemies, collect resources, purchase upgrades, prestige, and repeat!
Start slow and grow stronger, and play at your own pace! Discover over 45 different resources, upgrades, and items with unique mechanics. Here are some of the mechanics you will discover along the way:
-Awaken to earn Paradox Anchors, which can be shattered to obtain Mirrors of Sight, which can be shattered to obtain Mirrors of Remembrance to boost your Global Storage!
-Balance the allocation of your Orbs of Power in order to increase your Rune Drop Chance, your Damage, your XP Gain, and your Chaotic Essence Production!
-Upgrade over 10 unique Rings, such as the Ring of Stars ("The Stars send you aid"), which gives you 1 Star Seed every time your Wizard dies!
No ads or in-app-purchases! :-D
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
WizUp! is a wizard idle / incremental / resource management game: kill enemies, collect resources, purchase upgrades, prestige, and repeat!
Start slow and grow stronger, and play at your own pace! Discover over 45 different resources, upgrades, and items with unique mechanics. Here are some of the mechanics you will discover along the way:
-Awaken to earn Paradox Anchors, which can be shattered to obtain Mirrors of Sight, which can be shattered to obtain Mirrors of Remembrance to boost your Global Storage!
-Balance the allocation of your Orbs of Power in order to increase your Rune Drop Chance, your Damage, your XP Gain, and your Chaotic Essence Production!
-Upgrade over 10 unique Rings, such as the Ring of Stars ("The Stars send you aid"), which gives you 1 Star Seed every time your Wizard dies!
No ads or in-app-purchases! :-D

Ratings & Reviews

3.8 out of 5 with 13 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 9+

WizUp! is a wizard-themed idle and incremental game focused on strategic resource management. Start slow and grow powerful by defeating enemies and purchasing upgrades. The game features over 45 different resources, items, and upgrades with unique mechanics. Balance your Orbs of Power to optimize damage and XP, and use the prestige system to earn Paradox Anchors. Best of all, WizUp! offers a complete experience with no ads or in-app purchases.

Features

No advertisements or in-app purchases for a pure experience

Over 45 distinct resources and items to discover

Deep prestige system featuring Paradox Anchors and Mirrors

Strategic Orb allocation for XP, Damage, and Essence production

Tips

Strategic Awakening

When you prestige (Awaken), you earn Paradox Anchors. Use these to get Mirrors of Sight and Remembrance. These are vital for boosting your Global Storage, which is the bottleneck for late-game progress.

Promotion Videos

WizUp! Trailer! - YouTube

Gameplays

Managing Orbs

Keep a close eye on your Orbs of Power. Early on, focus heavily on XP gain to level up your wizard faster, then shift toward Rune Drop Chance once you need specific items to push past boss enemies.