# The Nightmare Maze

> Text-based psychological horror adventure game exploring a tormented psyche. (iPhone/iPad app by Hosted Games LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nightmare-maze/id488038907 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hosted Games LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/482415564)
- Category: Games, Books, Adventure, Role Playing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-12-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nightmare-maze/id488038907/reviews.md

## What is The Nightmare Maze?

Lose yourself in the depths of a tormented psyche and try to find the logic to the night terrors in this haunting text-based multiple-choice game.

## Key features

- Text-based gameplay
- Multiple-choice decisions
- Psychological horror theme
- Explore a tormented psyche
- Uncover night terror logic

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Advertising | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nightmare-maze/id488038907/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Eh

*2018-02-21, version 1.3.0*

The story wasn’t horrible. But I finished it in 10 minutes with really no alternate endings. Don’t pay money to remove the ads it’s a waste of money. No replay value just a short quick fix.

### 4/5 — Quick and Well Written

*2017-04-06, version 1.3.0*

This was a nice little story that required some minor thought before choosing an action. The writing was well done and the idea was unique. It's good for a quick fix. I would have loved to see it more in depth and expanded to allow for more complicated decision making, but I still enjoyed it.

### 2/5 — Way too short

*2016-12-08, version 1.3.0*

Not much to this "maze."  I was done in about an hour and I'm pretty sure there are no alternate endings.  Writing is not bad but this needs more content.

### 1/5 — Total Waste of Time

*2016-04-29, version 1.2*

One of the least satisfying games I have ever played. Additionally, it combines two of my pet peeves. One, grammatically precise writing instead of good writing. Two, an author who thinks he's (she's? really, who cares so long as I'm not obligated to read more) profound. 

Kill your darlings, darling. Kill your darlings.

Like other reviewers, I find it deeply dissatisfying that I am obligated to play this game as a heterosexual male, even though I am male. Choice of Games does such a wonderful job of avoiding this in many of their games; it really should be a mandatory quality of any product they produce so those of us who care can know what we're getting.

### 1/5 — Short

*2016-02-20, version 1.2*

It's short and boring but at least it's free.

### 3/5 — Rhys1216

*2016-02-01, version 1.2*

Good but Frustratingly buggy.

Very nice concept, and very abstract, but in the hospital scene, it says I have reached 100% fear when it is only 55-65%. This is very annoying, as I would like to see the ending of the game.

### 4/5 — :-| ummm?

*2015-11-25, version 1.2*

It's a good and well designed game, but I only get to part with the cat that's supposed to be my wife, then I wake up and the cycle happens again. It's an infinite loop. I still really love the game and it was very scary! :-) I love your games, and hope to see more in the future. Four stars!

### 1/5 — Meh

*2015-03-08, version 1.2*

tl;dr: too easy and too boring (at least it's short and free). 

The choices that led to the best ending were too obvious. You can beat this game in less than 10 minutes (depending on how fast you read). The choices you make also had too linear an effect on your stats. There was nothing complex about this game at all, even though it was trying to be "insightful." (Also, maybe I've been spoiled, but I also like games where I don't always *have to be* a heterosexual man)

If you're desperately bored--like I was--and like the interactive fiction game genre, then sure get this game, because, hey, it's free. But do not pay for the no ads. It's a game you'll finish in a snap, and it has no replay value. If you're looking for a good, or even just okay, quality game, look else where; do not waste your time. 

Overall, this game just sucked.

### 1/5 — BUGGY!!!!!

*2015-01-13, version 1.2*

Whenever I got 100% insight it would just say I had 100% fear. This means I can't continue with the game and in my mind it is very poor

### 3/5 — Yep a nightmare

*2014-05-31, version 1.2*

But not the way I hoped.  I gave it 3 stars, instead of 1, because it has some degree of interesting ideas - but not that many.

## Frequently asked questions about The Nightmare Maze

### What kind of game is The Nightmare Maze?

The Nightmare Maze is a text-based multiple-choice game with a psychological horror theme. It focuses on narrative and player choices to guide the player through a tormented psyche.

### What is the objective of the game?

The objective is to lose yourself in the depths of a tormented psyche and find the logic behind the night terrors. Your choices will determine your path and the outcome of the experience.

### Is the game free to play?

Yes, the game is free to play. However, it does offer in-app purchases and contains advertisements.

### What platforms is The Nightmare Maze available on?

The provided data does not specify the platforms. Typically, text-based games like this are available on mobile operating systems such as iOS and Android.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for players seeking a unique and immersive storytelling experience. It's perfect for those who enjoy exploring dark themes, making impactful decisions, and engaging with a compelling narrative.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.6 — 2026-01-08

You can now choose a font in the Settings menu. Switch to Helvetica for crisp sans-serif text, or try the OpenDyslexic font, designed against some common symptoms of dyslexia. If you enjoy "The Nightmare Maze", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 1.3.5 — 2023-06-28

Bug fixes. If you enjoy "The Nightmare Maze", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 1.3.4 — 2023-04-25

Now you can disable touch slide controls in Settings. If you enjoy "The Nightmare Maze", please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 1.3.3 — 2022-03-23

Bug fixes. If you enjoy this game, please leave us a written review. It really helps!

### 1.3.2 — 2021-10-28

Bug fixes. If you enjoy this game, please leave us a written review. It really helps!

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