Arcade Archives: Märchen Maze (2025)

Developer: N.H. System
Publisher: HAMSTER
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
Genres: Arcade
Where to get it: Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A fast-paced retro arcade action game where you jump and shoot soap bubbles through fantasy-themed mazes.

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About

“MARCHEN MAZE” is an action game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1988. Control the main character, Alice, and take back the Mirror Country, which has been conquered by the evil queen. Use soap bubble attacks and jumps to advance through the area and defeat the boss waiting at the end.

Trailer

Screenshots

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