Sure thing, let’s dive into this.
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So, here’s the thing about Maze: Interim Odyssey. TreeFall Studios is at it again, and I can’t quite pin down if it’s genius or just another day in puzzle land. This whole gig is wedged between Maze: Pedestal of Trials and the much-anticipated (well, by me at least) Rising Trials. Is it a sequel? A spin-off? Honestly, your guess is as good as mine. But it stands alone, offering brain teasers galore spread out over four mind-bending levels. You’ll find yourself relying heavily on those checkpoints because, let’s be real, mistakes? Yeah, they’re going to happen. I remember tackling Maze: Pedestal of Trials on my PS4 back in 2021—feels like ages ago—and now I’m here, lost in this bite-sized brain breaker.
Oh, and about moving around. It’s all first-person, so prepare to get cozy with those analog sticks. The left one? That’s your right-hand man for, well, moving. And that X button? Jump, obviously. Need a speed boost? Slam down on R2 and sprint away. But slip up—down a pit or smack into an obstacle—and it’s back to the start of the level. See? Checkpoints, my friend. The Square button is your lifeline. Drop it like it’s hot, and when you fall, it’s just a quick press on L2 to pop back to that safe haven. Those 10 coins per level aren’t going to find themselves, right?
On the trophy front, there’s a full list with a Platinum that’s practically winking at you. Cross-Buy title alert: one buy, and you’re good for both PS4 and PS5. Each platform has its own trophy list to crack through. We’re talking 6 Bronze, 5 Silver, and 9 Gold. Fish out a coin, set a checkpoint, cruise through the tutorial, take a nosedive—actually, fall off any stage—beat all the levels, checkpoint your way to victory, snatch all hub coins, and sniff out those hidden goodies in each level. Feeling stumped? There’s a Trophy Guide floating around somewhere, I think.
Maze: Interim Odyssey slots itself right between Pedestal of Trials and whatever’s next. But here’s the kicker: it stands proudly on its own, offering head-scratchers, challenges, and new areas to explore. Price tag? A mere $2.99. Talk about budget-friendly! Both PS4 and PS5 versions come along for the ride. For real, it’s a deal and a half.
Disclaimer: Got my hands on this PS5 copy courtesy of TreeFall Studios. Cheers to them!
So, whether you’re looking for a complex mental workout or just a weekend time killer, Maze is there to deliver. And honestly, maybe it’ll surprise you. Or maybe not. Who knows?
