Hit wizard school management sim Spellcaster University lands on consoles in May

Spellcaster University, the popular wizard school management simulator originally developed by French indie studio Sneaky Yak Studio, is making its console debut on May 2, 2025. Ported by Red Art Studios and published both digitally and physically by Red Art Games, the game will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Console versions will include all content and updates from the original PC release, along with revamped controls tailored for gamepads. In this whimsical fantasy game, players step into the role of a headmaster building and managing a magic academy, choosing whether to focus on dark arts like necromancy or nature-based disciplines like druidry—all while fending off orc invasions and strict education authorities.

In addition to the digital launch, physical editions are also on the way. The Standard Edition will be available at major retailers, while the Deluxe Edition—limited to just 300 copies per platform—can be pre-ordered exclusively from RedArtGames.com. The Deluxe Edition includes a special wraparound box sleeve with alternate cover art, a poster, and a keychain. Notably, the Nintendo Switch physical version will release slightly later, on May 23, 2025.

What We Can Expect

• Create your very own university using an original magic deck mechanic
• Each type of magic has its own deck
• Pick the type of students that you want to teach to
• Manage the wellbeing of your student… and discipline them if need be
• Upgrade your school’s rooms with powerful artifacts
• Use your school as a shelter for mythical creatures (dragons, pegasus, janitors…)
• Your choices have both short and long term consequences
• Fight the dark forces and find new allies to help you
• Fully playable with a controller for the first time ever
• Native 4K graphics on PS5 and Xbox Series X
• Languages supported: English, French, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, German, Spanish, Japanese, Polish

My Thoughts

As a Harry Potter fan, Spellcaster University seems like a game made for gamers like me. Part management sim and part deck builder, Spellcaster University is sure to please multiple groups of gamers all over the world. Being available on multiple consoles means it’s available to almost everyone! Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be checking out Spellcaster University!