Inspired by the Greek myth of Theseus and Minotaur, Unmaze has you play the role of Ariadne, who must guide her boyfriend, Theseus, and brother, Asterion, through a parallel and maze-like world.
Story (★★★★☆)
✔️ Dialogues appear as a WhatsApp conversation
✔️ Touches on teenage-centric topics (Unhappiness, self-esteem, depression, lovers' quarrels and a toxic relationship with one's parents)
✔️ Touches on heavy topics (Such as the duality of good and evil, morality and the very nature of the human soul)
✔️ Dialogues that touch on geeky references to Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter
✔️ Close resemblance to Riverdale
❌ Narrative can be flat and lengthy at times
Gameplay (★★★☆☆)
✔️ A mashup of game elements (Point-and-click maze navigation, interactive graphic novel game mechanics)
✔️ Multiple endings available
❌ Light sensor mechanic can be finicky at times
❌ Unlock full game for 4 bucks
Graphics (★★★★★)
✔️ A dystopian urban sci-fi art style with a dark vibe
✔️ Clever use of light and shadows in real life by relying on your phone's light sensor
✔️ Close reminders of Tekkon Kinkreet and Blame!
Audio (★★★★☆)
✔️ Atmospheric and soothing sound design
Verdict (★★★★★★★★☆☆)
Unmaze stands out from the crowd thanks to its unique gimmicks the developer has incorporated into the game. Through a stunning messenger-style novel game, the game manages to scratch the same itch as other classic games, but does it with a modern twist. At the same time, Unmaze proves to be a good choice to sink hours into.
As much as I appreciate games that are not afraid to dabble in new things, the game is not without its flaws. However, Unmaze still nails it and has provided me with an enjoyable experience.
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