Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy officially launches, the journey to becoming a great mage begins

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After a long wait, the role-playing game Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy officially launched on March 26, 2026. This marks the latest step for the legendary Mado Monogatari franchise, known for its dungeon-crawling gameplay since the 1980s and 1990s.

MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy (Image source: Steam)
MADO MONOGATARI: Fia and the Wondrous Academy (Image source: Steam)

Relive memories with the Mado Monogatari franchise

For those unfamiliar, Mado Monogatari was originally developed by Compile for the MSX and PC-98 platforms. With its unforgettable characters and signature gameplay, the series laid the groundwork for the famous puzzle series Puyo Puyo. This new installment promises to preserve that spirit while offering a modernized experience.

The journey at the ancient magic academy

The story follows Fia, a passionate young girl enrolling at The Ancient Magic Academy — a school that once trained renowned Great Mages. As Fia, players will face challenging exams, strict professors, and countless mysteries surrounding the academy.

Fia's ultimate goal is not only to graduate but also to become a true Great Mage while forging strong friendships with her classmates.

Become a great mage in this exciting dungeon-crawling RPG (Image source: Steam)
Become a great mage in this exciting dungeon-crawling RPG (Image source: Steam)

Key features of the game

  • Dynamic dungeon system: Players explore randomly generated dungeons. The combat system blends real-time and turn-based mechanics, allowing Fia to use Magic artes and collect Elemental orbs to unleash visually stunning Great magic artes.
  • Encounter familiar faces: On her journey, players will encounter iconic monsters such as Puyo, Skeleton T, and other magical creatures.
  • Skill progression via Grimoire: The Grimoire helps players track Fia's progress. Completing Assignments and Help quests grants Learning points to unlock new abilities.
  • Varied extracurricular activities: Beyond dungeon crawling, players can explore the academy, play mini-games, farm, or cook Curry to boost stats before venturing into dungeons.
  • Equipment crafting at the Storage room: Use collected materials to synthesize new weapons, shields, and armor, preparing Fia for tougher challenges.

Mado Monogatari: Fia and the Wondrous Academy combines nostalgic charm with fresh gameplay mechanics. The game is now available on Steam, ready for players to enter a vibrant magical world.