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Potionomics

Potionomics

Released: 10/17/2022

After the untimely death of her uncle, a penniless witch named Sylvia finds herself thrust into the role of potion proprietor. It's all up to her to carry on her uncle's legacy and keep his potion shop afloat. Thankfully, she won't have to go it alone. With help from some new friends, Sylvia must hone her negotiation skills, outsell her craftiest competitors, and make her shop THE number-one potion destination in Rafta. It’s all about mastering the finer points of Potionomics! KEY FEATURES Wheel and Deal Negotiations can be tense when every coin counts, but you'll manage Sylvia’s stress with ease by playing your cards right. Develop friendships with adventurers and other shopkeepers on Rafta to learn even more advanced negotiation tactics. Recipe for Success Choose the best ingredients to make even basic potions extraordinary, perfecting the taste and aroma to please your pickiest customers. But beware—if you aren’t careful, you'll get some pretty gross results! Fantastic Friends and Foes Rafta, home to some of the world's most potent magic, is packed with big RPG personalities, each seeking a leg up in their adventures. Befriend and recruit them to help you level up your own potion game, but don't expect everyone to be friendly… Your Shop, Your Rules Make your shop really pop with customizable decor. Style points aren't the only perk; decorating your shop just right can improve your prices, make better quality potions, and more!

After the untimely death of her uncle, a penniless witch named Sylvia finds herself thrust into the role of potion proprietor. It's all up to her to carry on her uncle's legacy and keep his potion shop afloat. Thankfully, she won't have to go it alone. With help from some new friends, Sylvia must hone her negotiation skills, outsell her craftiest competitors, and make her shop THE number-one potion destination in Rafta. It’s all about mastering the finer points of Potionomics! KEY FEATURES Wheel and Deal Negotiations can be tense when every coin counts, but you'll manage Sylvia’s stress with ease by playing your cards right. Develop friendships with adventurers and other shopkeepers on Rafta to learn even more advanced negotiation tactics. Recipe for Success Choose the best ingredients to make even basic potions extraordinary, perfecting the taste and aroma to please your pickiest customers. But beware—if you aren’t careful, you'll get some pretty gross results! Fantastic Friends and Foes Rafta, home to some of the world's most potent magic, is packed with big RPG personalities, each seeking a leg up in their adventures. Befriend and recruit them to help you level up your own potion game, but don't expect everyone to be friendly… Your Shop, Your Rules Make your shop really pop with customizable decor. Style points aren't the only perk; decorating your shop just right can improve your prices, make better quality potions, and more!

After the untimely death of her uncle, a penniless witch named Sylvia finds herself thrust into the role of potion proprietor. It's all up to her to carry on her uncle's legacy and keep his potion shop afloat. Thankfully, she won't have to go it alone. With help from some new friends, Sylvia must hone her negotiation skills, outsell her craftiest competitors, and make her shop THE number-one potion destination in Rafta. It’s all about mastering the finer points of Potionomics! KEY FEATURES Wheel and Deal Negotiations can be tense when every coin counts, but you'll manage Sylvia’s stress with ease by playing your cards right. Develop friendships with adventurers and other shopkeepers on Rafta to learn even more advanced negotiation tactics. Recipe for Success Choose the best ingredients to make even basic potions extraordinary, perfecting the taste and aroma to please your pickiest customers. But beware—if you aren’t careful, you'll get some pretty gross results! Fantastic Friends and Foes Rafta, home to some of the world's most potent magic, is packed with big RPG personalities, each seeking a leg up in their adventures. Befriend and recruit them to help you level up your own potion game, but don't expect everyone to be friendly… Your Shop, Your Rules Make your shop really pop with customizable decor. Style points aren't the only perk; decorating your shop just right can improve your prices, make better quality potions, and more!

Critics
78
Steam
91
Metacritic
78

Score Breakdown

77.9

Critic Average

24 reviews

91

Steam User Score

7,248 reviews

78

Metacritic User Score

29 reviews

Disparity Breakdown

Steam Disparity
-12.6
Metacritic Disparity
-0.1
Combined Disparity
-6.3

Average of both sources

Review Timing

6 early (25%)6 launch window (25%)12 late (50%)

Review summary

Updated May 8, 2026

Based on 24 scored critic reviews, critics give this game an average score of 77.9/100. Critics score this game 12.6 points lower than Steam users and 0.1 points lower than Metacritic users.

How these comparisons are calculated
Sources behind this summary(5 recent of 24)+
  1. Veeti KainulainenviaFintendo
    Feb 10, 2025·Late review
    40/100View review
    Steam 90.5/100 · -50.5 ptsMetacritic 78/100 · -38.0 pts
  2. Kirstie SummersviaPure Nintendo
    Jan 2, 2025·Late review
    80/100View review
    Steam 90.5/100 · -10.5 ptsMetacritic 78/100 · +2.0 pts
  3. Allyson CyganviaNintendoWorldReport
    Nov 12, 2024·Late review
    75/100View review
    Steam 90.5/100 · -15.5 ptsMetacritic 78/100 · -3.0 pts
  4. Terrence JohnsonviaZTGD
    Nov 6, 2024·Late review
    75/100View review
    Steam 90.5/100 · -15.5 ptsMetacritic 78/100 · -3.0 pts
  5. Jenni LadaviaSiliconera
    Nov 3, 2024·Late review
    80/100View review
    Steam 90.5/100 · -10.5 ptsMetacritic 78/100 · +2.0 pts