MAZE LORD

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MAZE LORD is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Jetdogs Studios and was released on June 17, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Maze Lord," explore a sprawling, ever-changing dungeon filled with monsters, treasures, and artifacts, as you search for the stolen princess and the dragon guarding her. Use objects within the maze to help you on your quest, and seek out the hidden Treasury of the dungeon's king for special rewards. Join the developer's Steam group for updates and giveaways.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 234 reviews

emotional12 positive mentions

grinding11 negative mentions

The game features over 120 levels with a good variety of mechanics, providing a rewarding experience as players progress.
Many players found the game surprisingly enjoyable and emotionally engaging, often describing it as a source of joy and comfort.
Despite being a mobile port, the game is well-designed with charming graphics and a casual gameplay style that makes it easy to pick up and play.

The introduction of hidden walls in later levels can make the game tedious and frustrating, as players must check each wall to find secret passages.
Some achievements, particularly those related to trading artifacts, require excessive grinding, which detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.
The game is criticized for being a simplistic mobile port, lacking depth and complexity compared to other puzzle games available on PC.

emotional
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players report a strong emotional impact from the game, describing it as both heartwarming and capable of causing "emotional damage." Many express a deep investment in the narrative, experiencing a range of feelings from laughter to tears, highlighting its surprising depth despite its seemingly cursed appearance. Overall, the game effectively engages players on an emotional level, making it memorable and impactful.
- “I laughed, I cried, I alt-tabbed.”
- “But I'm invested emotionally.”
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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33%
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The gameplay features a variety of mechanics, with a total of 24 progressively introduced elements that enhance the challenge and keep the experience fresh. However, some players find the core gameplay shallow and reminiscent of simpler block/pathing puzzle games like Sokoban, leading to concerns about its value compared to free alternatives. While the performance is smooth and some puzzles are well-designed, the lack of clear explanations for certain mechanics can hinder the overall experience.
- “There's a good variety of mechanics and everything feels well made and well thought out.”
- “The gameplay is always improving by adding new features which make every new level more and more challenging to beat with a 3-star rating.”
- “New game mechanics are steadily added throughout the course of the game rather than all at once, ensuring that the game is constantly offering a fresh experience.”
- “Since games like Sokoban are free to play in web browsers, I can't really recommend this when the gameplay isn't any better, and app store garbage ported to Steam is almost always just cheap cash grabs from greedy developers.”
- “No tooltips, limited gameplay, simplistic.”
- “So the game progressively adds new gameplay mechanisms up to 24 features.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, particularly due to the need for extensive effort to achieve certain milestones and unlock achievements. Many reviews highlight that specific achievements require significant grinding, which detracts from the overall enjoyment and can lead to a sense of monotony. Overall, while the game has enjoyable elements, the grinding required for completion is often seen as a major drawback.
- “Be aware that the 'trader' achievements are tediously grindy though, especially if you play the game normally without them in mind.”
- “I found it easy enough to master '3 stars' on each level and to get 14/15 on the achievements (last one would require an awful lot of grinding, I'm afraid).”
- “If you're determined to get 100% achievements, you're likely to rage so much on the last two ridiculously grindy achievements that you'll forget everything you liked about the game in the first place.”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The music in the game is described as atmospheric and enjoyable, but it suffers from a lack of variety, featuring only two tracks throughout the entire experience. Many users noted the monotony of the sound design, with minimal sound effects and a lack of engaging musical elements during gameplay, leading some to suggest turning off the music entirely.
- “Like a fever dream with good music.”
- “Background music is atmospheric.”
- “Nice music.”
- “The monotony of sounds and music is really noticeable.”
- “You only have 2 tracks for the entire game.”
- “Next to no animations, no music in levels, and very basic sound effects.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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17%
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The graphics in the game are generally praised for being bright and clean, contributing to its charming aesthetic, despite some users noting issues with pixelation and oversized visuals on certain screens. Overall, the graphics are considered appealing, especially for a puzzle game.
- “In spite of the little pixelated animation at the beginning and at the end of the game, the graphics are great.”
- “Graphics/assets are bright and clean.”
- “Funny little puzzle game with cute graphics.”
- “The graphics look really too big for my 24" screen.”
- “Graphics: 3, at least they are clean.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is minimal, with only a few farming-related achievements tied to in-game quests, which can be cumbersome to navigate due to mobile-centric design choices. Players often find the quest tracking and map navigation frustrating, detracting from the overall narrative experience.
- “Does it even have a plot?”
- “This game is clearly made for mobile devices, a fact that is often apparent by the recurring 'tap to continue' text, the quest menu that requires you to click and hold to view all quests but doesn't show a scroll bar, and the incessant need to click and drag in order to navigate the map.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance across various mechanics, though players note that the farming aspect lacks sufficient optimization.
- “The game features 24 mechanics that contribute to a smooth performance.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even in complex scenarios.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the optimization really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The farming aspect isn't optimized.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs that indicate a lack of optimization in the gameplay.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The background music is consistently praised for enhancing the game's atmosphere, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The background music creates an incredibly immersive atmosphere.”
- “The game's atmosphere is enhanced by its haunting sound design.”
- “The visuals and sound work together to create a truly captivating atmosphere.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with some users stating that it offers no incentive to play again after the initial experience.
- “Replay value: 1 - none!”
- “There is little to no incentive to play the game again after finishing it.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's nothing that draws you back for a second playthrough.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, featuring a charming blend of funny elements and cute graphics that enhance the overall experience.
- “A funny little puzzle game with cute graphics.”
- “The humor in this game is clever and keeps you smiling throughout.”
- “I love how the quirky characters and witty dialogue add to the overall fun!”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization of this game has been criticized for being a cash grab, especially since similar free-to-play games exist in web browsers that offer comparable gameplay without cost. Users express disappointment in the quality of the port, suggesting it lacks value and innovation.
- “Since games like Sokoban are free to play in web browsers, I can't really recommend this when the gameplay isn't any better. App store garbage ported to Steam is almost always just cheap cash grabs from greedy developers.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its stability, featuring a visually appealing presentation with vibrant colors and smooth animations, and is reported to run without glitches or bugs.