Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons Reviews
Pampas & Selene proves that good ideas never go out of style when intelligently reinterpreted. Unepic Fran builds upon the legacy of *Knightmare II: The Maze of Galious* to craft an adventure that respects its roots while adapting them to modern standards through an exploration design that is as free-form as it is rewarding. Its thoughtful approach, the distinct personality of its world, and the constant satisfaction derived from every new discovery make this title one of the most compelling Spanish neo-retro games of recent years. Furthermore, the release of a physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch brought to market by Tesura Games offers an excellent opportunity to discover a game that deserves far more attention than it has received.
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I’ve never played The Maze of Galious and I find myself wondering if some of the limitations in Pampas & Selene are just inherent of them being overly faithful to the design of a game released in the late 1980s. That being said, the nostalgia value should override this concern for most fans of the era. There are of course better co-op metroidvanias out there, but reviving late 80’s action games is a niche that Fran has thus far perfected, and Pampas & Selene is no exception.
Pampas & Selene, the new release from Unepic Fran, is a 2D action adventure that concentrates all the goodness of a metroidvania in an experience as fun as it is memorable. If you were a kid in the nineties, enjoy the classics of yesteryear or simply if you are a metroidvania lover, the new work of Unepic Fran and his team offers hours of fun.
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This truly is a love letter to the MSX2 just as much as Nigoro’s classic was, and one that I argue exceeds the original inspiration in quality just like Mulana did.