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Maize

Sep 12, 2017 9 years ago
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Type Base game 2016 Genres AdventureIndiePuzzle Companies Finish Line Games · Developer Follow Log in to follow

Channeling elements of Monty Python and the funnier episodes of the X-Files, Maize is an absurdist, first-person adventure with a cornucopia of highbrow puzzles to solve, talking oddities to meet, and mysteries to be harvested.

What it’s like

Maize delivers a surreal, absurdist first-person adventure heavily inspired by Monty Python and The X-Files. You explore a desolate facility where two incompetent scientists accidentally created sentient corn, leading to a bizarre sci-fi mystery. The experience is driven by highbrow puzzles and eccentric characters, including a grumpy Russian toy knock-off. While the premise is compelling and the voice acting adds charm, the game suffers from a lack of mechanical depth and visual polish. It feels like a quirky, compact CD-ROM era title with a distinct mood but limited replayability. The tone balances humor with mild sci-fi intrigue, offering a niche experience for those who appreciate weirdness over tight design.

Strong in Exploration / WorldStory / Narrative

Keep in mind Critics rate it 'Weak' (65 avg), citing shallow mechanics and low polish. · Not recommended for players seeking deep progression, high replayability, or modern graphical standards.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from opencritic.com, gamespew.com, metacritic.com, pushsquare.com, trueachievements.com, adventuregamers.com.

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Releases

PlatformRegionTypeDate
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Dec 01, 201610 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Sep 12, 20179 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Sep 12, 20179 years ago

Reviews

71Critics · 9 61Players · 11

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