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aMAZE

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2017

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Quick resume

aMaze is a straight-forward and surprisingly-difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze.

Global score

81/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Indie, Simulator, Strategy, Puzzle

Pros

  • Simple and relaxing gameplay
  • Low price and easy achievements
  • Suitable for short sessions
  • Kid-friendly
  • Calming music

Cons

  • Short playtime and low replay value
  • Imprecise and floaty controls
  • Repetitive and harsh backgrounds
  • Lack of challenge or depth
  • No customization or social features

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    3

    "Players control the ball's movement through mazes using arrow keys, allowing direct input and decision-making on navigation."

  • Competence
    1

    "The game offers simple maze navigation with minimal challenge; some players find controls imprecise, but overall skill demands are low."

  • Competition
    -4

    "No multiplayer or competitive elements; players focus on personal completion and achievement hunting."

  • Continuation
    -3

    "Short playtime (~30-60 minutes), low replay value; players tend to finish quickly and move on."

  • Cooperation
    -5

    "Entirely single-player with no cooperative or social gameplay features."

  • Creativity
    -4

    "Players follow predefined maze paths with no creation or customization options."

  • Domination
    -5

    "No social or multiplayer dominance aspects; interactions are individual and equal."

  • Escapism
    2

    "Relaxing music and simple gameplay provide mild distraction and stress relief for some players."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for casual enjoyment or achievement hunting without pressure or obligation."

  • Experimenting
    -3

    "Gameplay is consistent and routine; little novelty or mechanic experimentation."

  • Exploration
    -4

    "Mazes are fixed and known; no discovery of new areas or secrets."

  • Expression
    -5

    "No character or environment customization; presentation is standardized."

  • Fantasy
    -4

    "Realistic maze navigation without fantasy or imaginative fiction elements."

  • Fellowship
    -5

    "No community or social features; gameplay is solitary."

  • Growth
    1

    "Some mild cognitive engagement through puzzle solving, but limited learning or skill development."

  • Health
    -5

    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related features."

  • Idle
    3

    "Suitable for short sessions and casual play; can be played intermittently."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "No social or emotional connection features."

  • Leadership
    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles."

  • Progression
    2

    "Progression through levels and achievement collection provides a sense of advancement."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Relaxing music and simple gameplay create a calming experience for many players."

  • Sensation
    1

    "Visuals and audio are minimal and repetitive; some find backgrounds harsh on eyes."

  • Status
    -4

    "No social recognition or ranking systems; achievements are personal."

  • Story
    -5

    "No narrative or plot; purely gameplay focused."

  • Strategy
    -2

    "Minimal strategic thinking required; mostly straightforward navigation."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "Low risk and tension; gameplay is calm and predictable."

  • Value
    3

    "Low price and short playtime seen as fair value by many players."

  • Violence
    -5

    "No combat or destructive elements; purely constructive puzzle solving."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No threat or failure conditions; stable and safe gameplay environment."

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