Maze: Pedestal of Trials

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Maze: Pedestal of Trials is a sequel spin-off to our original puzzle game, Maze. This entry into the TreeFall Studios Maze series brings all new challenges, new game-play abilities, new environments, and new puzzles.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews

music2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

Maze: Pedestal of Trails offers a fun and challenging experience with well-designed levels and engaging gameplay mechanics.
The game features a catchy soundtrack and a unique checkpoint system that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the replayability and the creative achievement system, making it a good value for the price.

The game lacks polish, with some controls not mapping correctly and slow movement that cannot be adjusted.
Certain levels, particularly the early rectilinear mazes, can be tedious and less enjoyable due to backtracking.
The tutorial is unclear about key mappings, which can lead to confusion when trying to interact with the game.

music
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The music in the game is engaging and catchy, prompting players to keep the volume up, which is a rarity for some. It enhances the overall experience, making it a delightful addition to the quick gameplay.
- “I even kept the music turned up, which I rarely do!”
- “Add a catchy soundtrack to that, and you have a nice quick little game to pass the time.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in "Maze" by Treefall Studios is praised for its substantial campaign and thoughtful level design, prioritizing engaging mechanics over flashy graphics. Players appreciate the variety of gameplay elements that go beyond simply navigating to the end of the maze, making it a worthwhile experience for its price.
- “If you're craving more a-maze-zing gameplay, the aptly titled 'Maze' (by Treefall Studios LLC) offers a more substantial campaign for an appropriate asking price of $10.”
- “The developer really put effort into caring about the level design more than just fancy graphics, which is rare nowadays, and included various game mechanics that aren't just 'walk to the finish of the maze.'”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “There are numerous bugs that disrupt the gameplay, making it frustrating to progress.”
graphics
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The graphics are not the primary focus of the game, as the developer emphasizes level design and innovative game mechanics over flashy visuals, which is a refreshing approach in today's gaming landscape.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the game world to life.”
- “Every environment is beautifully crafted, making exploration a visual delight.”
- “The character models are incredibly detailed, adding depth and realism to the overall experience.”
- “The graphics feel outdated and lack the polish expected from a modern game.”
- “Character models are poorly designed and look like they belong in a last-gen title.”
- “The environments are bland and uninspired, making it hard to stay immersed in the game.”