Review of Bunny Mazes for PlayStation 5

Bunny Mazes by DillyFrame Games invites players into a world of labyrinths where quick thinking and dexterity are your best allies. The game’s structure is straightforward yet deceptively challenging: guide a bunny through a series of mazes to reach your goal before time runs out.

In this 2D maze adventure, you’re tasked with navigating through an impressive 500 mazes spread across 50 levels. Each level contains a set of 10 mazes that must be completed consecutively. While you can replay any level you’ve successfully conquered, the game doesn’t let you select individual mazes—one slip-up sends you back to the start of the current 10-set challenge, making each decision crucial.

The clock is ticking with only 60 seconds to spare, but you can extend your time by collecting carrots, which add 5 seconds to your timer. On the flip side, you’ll need to dodge traps, including pesky red carrots that shave off 3 seconds, testing not only your speed but also your strategic planning.

The mazes demand more than just quick reflexes; they’re designed to make you pause, assess, and sometimes find alternative routes or teleporters to evade hazards. However, the level design can feel repetitive after a while, with traps making the experience more frustrating than fun. This strategic placement of obstacles forces you to choose between faster routes with penalties or longer, safer paths.

From the outset, Bunny Mazes presents a surprisingly steep difficulty curve. Even the opening level, with its 10 mazes, posed a challenge, requiring multiple attempts to conquer. A single misstep in the final maze sends you back to square one, a gameplay mechanic that can be disheartening, particularly for newcomers expecting a gentler introduction to the game.

Visually, Bunny Mazes leans towards minimalism. The graphics, albeit a bit on the blurry side, don’t quite showcase the PlayStation 5’s capabilities. The mazes themselves are presented in monochrome tones, with a few standout elements like red carrots adding sparse color. This minimalistic approach, while clean, might not keep players engaged visually over extended periods.

One area where the game does shine is its soundtrack. Composed by Kevin MacLeod, the music, especially tracks like “Club Seamus,” adds an unexpected layer of enjoyment and charm, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

For those chasing trophies, Bunny Mazes offers an intriguing twist: the game includes a whopping 70 trophies, all Bronze, along with a coveted Platinum. Each level you complete earns you a trophy, and additional ones can be snagged by collecting carrots and interacting with the game’s traps and mechanisms a certain number of times.

Ultimately, Bunny Mazes left me with mixed feelings. Its initial difficulty may alienate those looking for a casual gaming experience, particularly when compared to its predecessors in the Bunny universe, known for easier achievements. If you’re searching for an easy Platinum addition to your collection, this might not be the game for you.

Available for $2.99 on PlayStation 5, with a PlayStation 4 version sold separately for the same price, Bunny Mazes offers a budget-friendly dive into the world of maze exploration, but be prepared for its demanding nature right out of the gate.

This review of Bunny Mazes is based on a PlayStation 5 copy provided by DillyFrame Games.