Magnit's Holiday City Game Review: A Week of Fun and Surprising Prizes

Magnit's Holiday City Game: A Week of Fun and Surprising Prizes

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I've gotta say, Magnit's Holiday City Game is a blast, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. The game is a great way to pass the time, especially during holidays like February and March, when you're stuck at home. The mini-games are engaging and fun, making it hard to put the app down, but the odds of winning prizes are pretty low, so don't get your hopes up. You might get sucked into spending more money, especially with the in-app purchases, and the game can be a bit repetitive if you're not a big fan of mini-games. The build quality of the game is top-notch, with no major glitches, and the user interface is pretty intuitive, making it easy to navigate and play. Overall, it's a solid app, but be prepared for some disappointment.

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I've got to hand it to the marketing team at Magnit - they really know how to get people excited, even if it's not about free stuff.

That's the only explanation I can think of for why Magnit's app is constantly rolling out new mini-games. This time around, it's all about the upcoming February and March holidays, and it's called City of Celebrations.

City of Celebrations, Magnit review

You can find the game in the Magnit app on the main page - it's essentially an app within an app. I remember the good old days when games were simple, but now it's a whole separate app with different tabs that you need to figure out.

City of Celebrations, Magnit 2026 review → Play, the main button in the app, takes you to the game where you can win prizes in the form of coupons for discounts. The game is pretty straightforward, and you get helpful tips when you first start playing. I won't go into too much detail, but you'll figure it out if you want to.

City of Celebrations, Magnit 2026 review

Now, let's get to the good stuff - what can you win, and what prizes are up for grabs in City of Celebrations from Magnit. The game reminded me of Ozone's Carrot Game - you need to collect crystals (like carrots) and trade them in for a chance to win prizes. Unlike before, Magnit now requires you to opt-in to participate in each prize draw.

So, in essence, accumulating crystals is the main goal if you want to participate in prize draws.

You can collect crystals by completing the game, with each level giving you 3 crystals, and by completing tasks.

→ Tasks in the Magnit app's City of Celebrations game are a long list, but you'll need to check them out yourself to see what suits you best.

For the first 10 days, they're giving away freebies for the shopping list, and then there will be four more categories.

Personally, I don't usually check these lists or buy anything from them. It's just a waste of money that might not be worth the prizes. This time, I'm not going to do it either. To be honest, there's nothing in this list that interests me. Plus, I don't have a Magnt Extra store in my city, which is required for some of the tasks. When I logged back into the game, I was immediately shown that I could claim prizes for tasks I completed a while back – not even for this game.

I might be able to complete a few more tasks because Magnt is one of our go-to stores for groceries. But I'm not going to spend any more money on this. → Lotteries are pretty interesting, with a price tag of 10 crystals. You get one chance, and it seems like the usual deal – the more you spend, the higher your chances of winning. I'm not sure what strategy to use, but it's probably not a good idea to spend all my crystals on a single lottery. I tried that in Morkovske and didn't win anything.

So, I looked at the prize options in the City of Festivals and chose a TV for 30 crystals. My kid's room is TV-less, so we would've had to buy one anyway. This prize is actually a nice bonus!

Draw for a TV in the City of Celebrations, Magnit 2026→ Store, that's where you can exchange crystals for discount coupons on products. Like the saying goes, 'a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.' If you don't believe you can get anything from prize draws, this is the place to be.

Their prices are pretty steep, especially considering I used up three attempts in the game on my first day and got three rewards for completing tasks, and I only accumulated 39 crystals.

I'll probably accumulate enough for a sausage for 1 ruble after a month, at the rate of 300 crystals.

→ Prizes, the section where all the received coupons and gifts are located in this game. You can win products for 1 ruble, discounts in stores, and delivery, and more.

On my first day in the game, I got three pretty decent prizes - a 50% discount on waffles, 45 days of subscription to Yandex Plus, and 300 bonus points in the store, plus a promo code for +400 bonus points on a 1500 ruble order in Magnit delivery.

Prizes in the City of Celebrations, Magnit 2026I'll probably use them all because Yandex Plus is about to expire for us, and I use delivery. You just need to figure out what's worth it, because prices in the Magnit app are way higher than in the store or other places. From what I've observed, the best and most valuable prizes in Magnit games are usually given out in the first few days, and then it's just junk like boosters and trinkets for the game itself.

So, it's worth playing while there's still something to be gained.

live_helpFeatured FAQ

What is Magnit's Holiday City Game?

Magnit's Holiday City Game is a free app that lets you play mini-games and win prizes during holidays like February and March.

How do I win prizes in the game?

To win prizes in the game, you need to play the mini-games and complete challenges. The odds of winning are pretty low, but it's worth a shot.

Is the game free to download?

Yes, the game is free to download, and you can play without spending a dime.

Can I play the game on my older device?

Yes, you can play the game on your older device, but it might be a bit glitchy at times.

How do I customize the game?

Unfortunately, there aren't a lot of customization options in the game, so you're stuck with the default settings.

Can I play the game offline?

No, you need to have an internet connection to play the game.

How do I report a bug or issue with the game?

You can report a bug or issue with the game by contacting Magnit's customer support team.

Is the game suitable for kids?

Yes, the game is suitable for kids, but it's always a good idea to check the content before letting them play.

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•The game is a great way to pass the time, especially during holidays like February and March.
•The mini-games are engaging and fun, making it hard to put the app down.
•The prizes are pretty cool, and you might just win something nice.
•The build quality of the game is top-notch, with no major glitches.
•The user interface is pretty intuitive, making it easy to navigate and play.
•The app is free to download, and you can play without spending a dime.
•The game is suitable for kids, but it's always a good idea to check the content before letting them play.
•Magnit's customer support team is responsive and helpful, so you can get help if you need it.

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•The odds of winning prizes are pretty low, so don't get your hopes up.
•It's easy to get sucked into spending more money, especially with the in-app purchases.
•The game can be a bit repetitive, especially if you're not a big fan of mini-games.
•The app can be a bit slow to load, especially if you have a slower internet connection.
•There aren't a lot of customization options, so you're stuck with the default settings.
•The game can be a bit glitchy at times, especially if you're playing on an older device.
•The game can be addictive, so be careful not to spend too much time playing.
•The prizes might not be worth the effort, especially if you're not a big fan of mini-games.