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A jam submission

The Maze of the UntoldView project page

Can you escape the maze and solve the mystery?
Submitted by Emily666 — 3 days, 7 hours before the deadline
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Judge feedback

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  • Overall Rating: 3.5/5 Fun Factor: 4/5 The quest offers an engaging narrative with captivating elements like the hypnotized king, treacherous elf, and magical traps. Dynamic encounters and unexpected twists maintain player intrigue. However, repetitive mechanics, such as constant D6 rolling, slightly disrupt pacing. Design: 3/5 The maze's layout features logical flow with hidden doors and teleportation rooms, adding surprise. Unique monster encounters enhance gameplay variety. Yet, certain mechanics, like overpowered goblins and inconsistent room transitions, impact balance and fluidity. Narrative: 4/5 Zargon’s manipulations and the hypnotized king’s mystery enrich HeroQuest lore. The story includes compelling twists, though some narrative elements could benefit from deeper development to enhance immersion. Staying Power: 3/5 Randomized events, shifting alliances, and magical traps provide decent replayability. However, the linear storyline and specific scripted events limit long-term variability. Accessibility could improve with clearer explanations of new mechanics. Feedback for the Creator: Emily, your quest shines with creative twists and an engaging storyline. The elf betrayal and magical maze are standout features that captivate players. To elevate the experience, consider balancing monster stats, reducing unavoidable penalties, and streamlining mechanics for smoother pacing. Expanding the lore around Zargon’s schemes and the hypnotized king would further enhance immersion. Keep up the fantastic work—you’re bringing fresh, imaginative ideas to HeroQuest!
  • Wow - this is fantastic quest crafting Emily! I don't want to give away any of your clever ideas on this quest with my feedback - but I know that heroes will have a great time working through this quest you've created. Amazing work, well done!

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Jam Host

Your blueprint for expanding Zargons dread is now being considered. The Darkness is pleased.