MAZEMAN (2021)

Developer: Beautiful Glitch
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 25 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 37 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A frantic, challenging arcade game with colorful pixel art and endless mazes full of monsters and power-ups.

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What players say

Players praise the variety of 24 characters and the $5 price, but many warn that the controls feel unresponsive, with sticky movement and collision problems. Reviews are split on the ending: some say the final floors overstay their welcome, while others find the whole game worth playing.

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