aMAZE ZER0

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aMAZE ZER0 is a single player casual simulation game with a kids theme. It was developed by Blender Games and was released on July 28, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"aMAZE ZER0 is a challenging maze game with 60 levels across three modes. Navigate a ball through increasingly complex mazes using keyboard arrows, reaching the portal at the other end. This game is suitable for all ages and promises hours of brain-teasing fun."

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 113 reviews

music4 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

A relaxing and simple maze game that is perfect for casual play and achievement hunting.
The game features a variety of mazes with increasing difficulty, providing a satisfying challenge.
It's affordable and offers a good amount of easily obtainable achievements, making it a fun time-killer.

The controls can feel floaty and imprecise, leading to frustration during gameplay.
Many levels are repetitive and lack depth, making the game feel bland after a short time.
The graphics and audio are minimalistic and may not appeal to players looking for a more polished experience.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The music in the game is generally described as royalty-free and somewhat repetitive, with many players finding it either relaxing or boring due to its looping nature. While some appreciate the nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic games, others recommend muting the soundtrack in favor of personal playlists. Overall, the music is considered adequate for background ambiance but lacks variety.
- “The music was particularly enticing as it is very reminiscent of some of the soundtracks in Star Control II, so the nostalgia was enjoyable albeit likely unintended.”
- “A very relaxing game with nice music in the background and awesome alphabet achievements!”
- “Great game, a little too easy but was really good fun for passing time; the music is very nice and very relaxing.”
- “The music is clearly some royalty-free music, and I don't think there's any sound effects.”
- “I don't recommend the soundtrack though; just mute the soundtrack and put on some of your favorite music.”
- “The music is fine as well but gets boring as it keeps looping.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The reviews indicate a significant dissatisfaction with the game's story, with many users stating that there is little to no narrative present, and some even comparing it unfavorably to other well-known stories. Overall, the consensus is that the game lacks a compelling or coherent storyline.
- “What story?”
- “No story.”
- “Twilight was a better love story than this.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
43%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing them as minimal and visually unappealing, while others praised the simplistic designs for fitting the game's theme effectively. Overall, there is a consensus that the graphics could benefit from improvement, despite some acknowledging their thematic relevance.
- “Graphics: 9/10 - simplistic designs that fit the theme.”
- “There isn't much to say about it; the controls feel floaty but it's playable. The graphics are very minimal, the music is clearly some royalty-free music, and I don't think there's any sound effects.”
- “The graphics could do with some work, but otherwise it does what it says it would, I guess.”
- “The visuals killed my eyes and the controls were clunky.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
The gameplay is straightforward and largely revealed in the trailer, appealing to those who prefer transparency before purchase. While some players found it interesting, there were concerns about physical strain, such as sore wrists, indicating a potentially demanding experience. The game is seen as a reset from previous titles, aiming for a more direct and refined gameplay experience.
- “The trailer reveals pretty much all of the gameplay; if that's what you like in a game, buy it.”
- “It was... interesting if I recall, but I think I ended up with a sore wrist at the end of the gameplay.”
- “After the hit and miss affair that was Amaze 3D, they've hit the reset button both in terms of gameplay and name, and produced a more direct successor to the first two titles.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be quite tedious, often requiring significant time investment and repetitive backtracking. Many suggest that it may feel like a second job, with some even recommending the use of macros to manage the grind. Overall, while there are no time constraints, the grind can be a major hurdle for enjoyment.
- “It's a bit grindy, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the sense of achievement is incredible.”
- “You'll need a second life, maybe some macros, and a will to live for grinding.”
- “The game has no time limit or difficulty of any kind; however, it can be somewhat tedious having to repeatedly backtrack.”
- “It's a little grindy.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy is criticized as a lazy and greedy cash grab, leading users to recommend avoiding the game.
- “This is nothing but a lazy, greedy cash grab and should be avoided.”