The Wahl Magic Clip is a popular choice among barbers and hairdressers for its powerful performance and precision cutting. However, one common concern that users often have is the battery lifespan of this clipper. The battery lifespan of the Wahl Magic Clip is an important factor to consider, as it determines how long the clipper can be used on a single charge. The Magic Clip is equipped with a lithium-ion battery, which is known for its long-lasting power and rechargeable capabilities. On average, the battery of the Magic Clip can last for up to 90 minutes on a full charge. This is generally sufficient for most users, as it allows for multiple haircuts without the need for recharging.
Like the monument with the same name, Sphinx has lion-like traits: a tail, lion-like nose, pointed ears, and four toed lion-like feet. He has midtone skin, and dark face paint around brown eyes. He is relatively short compared to many other characters, but he is very strong, able to climb, swim, and fight with ease.
In order to return, Sphinx needs to find the Temple Amulet, but on his way to retrieve it, he is struck by the Eye of Ra, and trapped in the room below. At this point, his presence is detected and Menes reanimates the skeletons in the area into Skeletal Axemen, and Sphinx must fight through them to the shield.
This is generally sufficient for most users, as it allows for multiple haircuts without the need for recharging. Additionally, the clipper has a quick charging feature that allows it to be fully charged within a relatively short period of time. It is important to note that the battery lifespan of the Magic Clip may vary depending on various factors.
Sphnix and the curse of the mummy
There were several titles released in the early 2000’s that received high critical acclaim, but for whatever the reason didn’t sell as much as was hoped for and fell by the wayside after a short time. Beyond Good and Evil from Ubisoft was a personal favorite of mine that fell into this category, as well as Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy from THQ Nordic. I remember hearing about it back in 2003 when it initially released on the Xbox, PS2, and Gamecube, but it seemed to fall off everyone’s radar fairly quickly after it came out, despite glowing critic reviews. THQ Nordic has decided to revive Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy from the dead (pun intended) and re-released it on the Nintendo Switch. Now a whole new generation of players can experience the adorable and quirky tale of an unlikely duo trying to save Egypt and themselves from a great evil.
The mummy is excited to go through this adventure with you!
Set in ancient Egypt, Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy follows the titular Sphinx, a demigod that is part man and part beast, as he sets out on a task set for him by his simian master, Imhotep. It’s not long before his path crosses with Tutankhamun, a young prince who is turned into a mummy by a curse set upon him from his brother. There are many eccentric characters introduced throughout the game, but for the most part their roles remain pretty shallow. The main focus is always on Sphinx and Tutankhamun.
You’ll trade back and forth playing as both characters with each new section of the game. Each character features distinct and unique gameplay mechanics that make the game seem much more diverse. For example, Sphinx is very agile and can run, double jump, and wield weapons. He’s more of the adventurer that solves problems by using his blade. Tutankhamun, on the other hand, plays very differently since he’s essentially dead and cannot move as well. This also means he doesn’t take damage either. So while he doesn’t necessarily have weapons at his disposal, he does have the ability to electrocute himself or light himself on fire to solve puzzles. That’s essentially what this game boils down to: dungeon crawling, hack and slash segments with Sphinx, and puzzle solving 3D platforming sections with Tutankhamun.
Here I am hauling around this lazy bones.
The controls in Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy are all over the place. Sphinx’s movements when wielding the Blade of Osiris are smooth and fluid, but his jumping mechanics can be awkward and unpredictable. He can feel pretty floaty at times which leads to a learning curve with his jumping distance. Later in the game, he’ll be able to utilize Capture Beetles that ensnare the essence of a monster he comes into contact with. The problem is that you have to use the same Joy-Con to control the beetle’s path as the one that moves the camera. This makes for a very poor and confusing design choice, to say the least.
Tutankhamun doesn’t have weapons at his disposal, but he does end up gain artifacts that give him different abilities that aid him in his adventure. The Dark Stone of Invisibility for example, allows him to become invisible, but only if he remains stationary. This gives him the ability to sneak past certain guards, but the lack of movement with it combined with the swift movements of the searching parties make for some frustrating timing sections. Then there’s the greatest foe of them all: the camera.
I’m having shocking amounts of fun with this game.
To put it simply, the camera in Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is downright infuriating. I’m not sure if I got a copy that had a camera glitch, but the movements of it went way beyond the normal early 2000’s camera issues. Yes, there are still plenty of times where the camera gets stuck on a wall and can’t properly circle behind you as you would expect from a game that came out on the earlier generations of consoles.
No, what I’m referring to is the fact the camera will automatically start moving directly over your head and point at the ground after you leave it untouched or run in a straight line for about five to ten seconds. I know this might not sound like a long time, but when you’re trying to run across a huge map or are trying to look at the landscape to figure out where to go next, it flies by quickly. Then you have to wrestle to get the camera to point back to where you want it to look. Basically the whole game you’ll be fighting the camera, which greatly detracts from the gameplay.
Hopefully she thinks you have a great personality.
This current release of The Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy features the same graphics as the original, but with a higher resolution, which does wonders to smooth out some of the previously rougher sections. I have to give credit where credit is due; the graphics in this game are still pretty decent, especially considering it’s a fifteen year old game. The cartoonish characters and animations do a lot to preserve the overall look of this game without dating it too much. There are some nice textures at work in the surrounding environments as well as plenty of areas with rich color saturation, which is especially impressive for a game set in Egypt with vast sprawling deserts.
As expected from an adventure game from the early 2000’s, there’s no voice acting to speak of. It instead utilizes animal noises due to the anthropomorphic characters and speech text displayed at the bottom the of the screen. I will say that while most of the sounds are very well done, there are quite a few that are played too often and will grate on you after a while. The musical score is appropriate for the setting and has a very distinctive Egyptian sound to it.
It wasn’t me I swear.
I have to say that despite some of the gameplay mechanics and abysmal camera, Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is still a wildly entertaining and charming game. Even though I fought tooth and nail to get the camera under control the entire time, I still had a lot of fun playing it. My hope now is that THQ Nordic sees a renewed interest in this game and makes a sequel with controls and a camera that fit today’s standards. If so, I’m sure it will be an instant classic. For now though, if you have a Nintendo Switch (and some patience), I highly recommend you give Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy a chance to use its delightful magic on you.
Graphics: 8.0
Thanks in part to the cartoon art style of the game, the graphics still hold up really well, especially for a fifteen year old game.
Gameplay: 6.0
While some of the gameplay mechanics are solid, plenty of others have their flaws. Constantly fighting the camera is torturous.
There is no voice acting, but the sound effects are well executed and the musical score is good and distinctively Egyptian sounding.
Fun Factor: 7.5
There are so many different things to do in this game, that you’ll be able to immerse yourself in it for a while. The camera and some of the controls are aggravating though.
Final Verdict: 7.5Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is available now on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PS2, and PC.
A copy of Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy was provided by the publisher.
Sphinx and Imhotep devise a plan to use events to their benefit: with Tutankhamen already inside the normally impenetrable Castle of Uruk, a single Canopic Vase is able to bring him to life for a short while, allowing him to sneak around the castle as nobody has ever done before. Imhotep creates Bas-Ket by animating a basket; as a magical object rather than a living being, he can get inside the castle to deliver the Vases to the Mummy. Throughout the story, the Mummy exploits his undead status and thus inability to be killed to survive the traps and retrieve valuable items to aid Sphinx in his quest. In return, Sphinx finds more Canopic Vases over the course of the game and uses Bas-Ket to send them to his ally. The Mummy discovers that Horus - who has survived his ordeal at Uruk - is working for Set as a spy.
These include the length and thickness of the hair being cut, as well as the intensity of use. Users who frequently cut thick and dense hair may find that the battery drains more quickly. To maximize the battery lifespan of the Wahl Magic Clip, it is recommended to fully charge the clipper before using it for the first time. Regularly cleaning and maintaining the clipper can also help to prolong its battery life. In conclusion, the battery lifespan of the Wahl Magic Clip is typically up to 90 minutes on a full charge. While this may vary depending on various factors, it is generally sufficient for most users. Taking proper care of the clipper can help to ensure its longevity and optimal performance..
Reviews for "Is it worth investing in a spare battery for your Wahl Magic Clip?"
1. Samantha - 2/5 - I purchased the Wahl Magic Clip with high hopes, but I was disappointed with its battery lifespan. The clippers worked well for the first few months, delivering a precise and clean cut, but the battery started to deteriorate quickly. After a short while, I found myself needing to charge the clippers more frequently, and they would barely hold a charge for a full haircut. It became a hassle to constantly have to plug them in and wait for them to charge. Unfortunately, the poor battery lifespan of the Wahl Magic Clip made the overall experience frustrating and inconvenient.
2. Mike - 3/5 - The Wahl Magic Clip is advertised as a professional-grade clipper, but I found the battery lifespan to be quite disappointing. While the performance and cutting abilities of the clippers are decent, the battery started losing its capacity after a few months. Initially, I could get a few haircuts done on a single charge, but as time went on, the battery life decreased significantly. I would often find the clippers dying in the middle of a haircut, forcing me to wait while they charged or switch to a different pair. For the price and reputation of Wahl products, I expected better battery performance.
3. Emily - 2/5 - I was excited to try out the Wahl Magic Clip, but it fell short in terms of battery lifespan. The clippers worked well initially, delivering sharp cuts and smooth fades, but the battery started to drain quickly after a few uses. Despite charging them overnight, I found that the clippers would barely last halfway through a single haircut. This quickly became frustrating, as it interrupted the flow of the grooming process and forced me to constantly pause to recharge. For the price I paid, I expected a longer-lasting battery that would keep up with professional use.