Escape the Mazes
- March 2, 2017
- Néo-Riki Games
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Escape the Mazes" is a puzzle game that challenges players to find the exit in 25 handcrafted mazes, with the added bonus of a nearly impossible maze to conquer. With over 10 hours of gameplay, an immersive soundtrack, and Steam cards and achievements to collect, players can put their problem-solving skills to the test. Completing all 25 mazes unlocks "The Impossible Maze," offering a chance to earn a rare Steam achievement and a place in the game's hall of fame.
Reviews
- The game offers a variety of mazes that gradually increase in difficulty, providing a challenge for players who enjoy puzzles.
- Controls are responsive and the game is easy to pick up, making it accessible for casual gamers.
- Some players appreciate the unique design of each level and the nostalgic graphics reminiscent of classic games.
- The gameplay becomes repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a monotonous experience as players progress.
- Many levels, particularly the bonus level, are poorly designed and lack creativity, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
- The music is often described as annoying and repetitive, contributing to a less enjoyable atmosphere during gameplay.
- music11 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a mix of unique scores for each level, but many players find it repetitive and grating, often likening it to low-quality mobile game soundtracks. While some appreciate the variety and thematic elements, the overall consensus suggests that the music can be overly loud and annoying, with calls for better volume control options.
“Every level has a completely unique design and music, along with the most compelling story I've ever seen in game, media, or movie.”
“The music changes on each level.”
“Music can be turned off for the level by clicking on the speaker in the top left.”
“Everything is in a very basic, crude state and the music is very repetitive and grating.”
“The only notable thing in this game is that the music makes you feel like you're playing a mobile game designed to scam small children and their parents.”
“The biggest cons to me are the fact you have to use the arrow keys on your keyboard to move your character and the music is loud and annoying.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as simplistic and reminiscent of basic paint programs, while others praise the beautiful visuals, especially considering the game's price. Overall, the graphics are described as monotone and simple, yet they align with a nostalgic NES-inspired aesthetic that complements the game's complexity.
“Sporting beautiful graphics and an amazing price, this is the best game I've ever played.”
“This game seems simple at first glance, with its mechanics and graphics inspired by the NES, but quickly I realized that the levels are not obvious and that the game is more complex than I thought.”
“It appears as though it was hastily constructed with simplistic graphics that wouldn't look out of place in a basic paint program.”
“The graphics are really monotone.”
“This game seems simple at first glance, with mechanics and graphics inspired by the NES, but I quickly realized that the levels are not obvious and that the game is more complex than I thought.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by responsive controls and a gradual introduction to mechanics, making it accessible for new players. However, it suffers from a lack of action and innovation, with repetitive elements that fail to provide variety or excitement.
“The initial levels serve as a gentle introduction to the mechanics, featuring responsive controls and a relatively low level of difficulty.”
“One significant drawback is the absence of action or unique gameplay elements.”
“"Escape the mazes" fails to inject any variety or innovation into the gameplay.”
- story2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story is highly praised for its uniqueness and depth, featuring a compelling narrative that follows a mysterious nameless protagonist on a quest to conquer a labyrinth. Each level enhances the storytelling with distinct designs and music, contributing to an immersive experience.
“Every level has a completely unique design and music, along with the most compelling story I've ever seen in a game, media, or movie.”
“We follow the tale of our mysterious nameless protagonist and his quest to conquer the labyrinth he finds himself in.”
“The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“Character development is minimal, leaving the protagonist feeling flat and unrelatable.”
“The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or emotional impact.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious and uninspiring due to a lack of increasing challenges and variety, leading to a monotonous experience.
“The failure to provide increasing challenges and the lack of variety make it a tedious and uninspiring experience.”
“The repetitive nature of grinding feels like a chore rather than an engaging part of the game.”
“After hours of grinding, I still feel like I'm not making any real progress, which is incredibly frustrating.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for experiencing stuttering and occasional lag in specific areas, particularly within the maze sections.
“Stuttering and occasional lag at certain parts of the maze.”
“The game suffers from significant frame drops during intense action sequences.”
“Loading times are excessively long, disrupting the overall gameplay experience.”
