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In an isolated lab beneath the earth, a childhood friend is resurrected. Amidst sealed walls, a spree of killings unfolds. In a godless abyss, parallel worlds entwine like a maze. Where does one find the path to the sole universe of bliss?

Kanna Maze is a adventure, rpg and interactive fiction game developed and published by 致意.
Released on May 15th 2024 is available on Windows, MacOS and Linux in 4 languages: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

It has received 311 reviews of which 276 were positive and 35 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 3.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified Kanna Maze into these genres:

Adventure RPG Interactive Fiction Visual Novel Word Game Puzzle 2D Third Person Drama Psychological Horror Mystery Emotional Detective Lore-Rich Alternate History Atmospheric Sci-fi Logic JRPG Text-Based

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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: 1Ghz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: OpenGL compatible card
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
MacOS
  • OS: Catalina 10.15
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 Quad Core 3.6GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Storage: 2 GB available space
Linux
  • OS: Ubuntu 14.04 LTS
  • Processor: Intel 2.77GHz Quad-core
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 1Gb Video Memory
  • Storage: 2 GB available space

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Jan. 2026
Kanna Maze is a narrative-driven visual novel that leans heavily into atmosphere, ambiguity, and the slow unraveling of a tightly wound mystery. Developed and published by 致意, the game places the player in the role of a drifting protagonist whose life has stalled after repeated failures, only to be pulled into something far stranger and more unsettling than an ordinary job opportunity. What begins as a desperate attempt to regain stability quickly transforms into a labyrinth of memories, scientific experiments, and emotional contradictions, all framed through a story that is intentionally fragmented and meant to be pieced together over time. The narrative hook is introduced early and with quiet confidence. After taking a part-time job at a secluded research facility, the protagonist encounters someone who should not exist: a childhood friend believed to have died many years earlier. This single moment sets the tone for the entire experience, as the game steadily blurs the line between past and present, reality and reconstruction. Rather than providing clear answers, Kanna Maze relies on repetition, subtle variations, and carefully placed revelations to build tension. Each scene feels deliberate, often withholding context just long enough to make the player question not only what is happening, but why events seem to loop, distort, or contradict previous information. Gameplay is firmly rooted in classic visual novel structure, with reading and choice-making forming the core interaction. Decisions branch the narrative in meaningful ways, leading to multiple endings that reveal different facets of the story. No single route provides a complete picture on its own, encouraging repeated playthroughs and experimentation with alternative choices. This structure reinforces the game’s central metaphor of a maze, where understanding only comes from exploring dead ends as well as apparent paths forward. Tools such as jump functions and progress tracking make revisiting earlier decisions more convenient, helping the player focus on discovery rather than repetition fatigue. Kanna Maze’s presentation complements its narrative ambitions with a restrained but effective style. Character artwork and backgrounds favor mood over spectacle, often using subdued color palettes and minimalist composition to emphasize isolation and unease. Full voice acting adds emotional texture to conversations, grounding the more abstract elements of the plot in human expression. The soundtrack is understated but purposeful, often fading into the background just enough to heighten tension without drawing attention to itself. Together, these elements create an experience that feels introspective and slightly oppressive, mirroring the psychological state of both the protagonist and the environment he inhabits. One of the game’s strengths lies in its thematic focus on memory, identity, and the consequences of unresolved regret. Rather than presenting its science-fiction concepts as purely technical ideas, Kanna Maze uses them as tools to explore emotional stagnation and the fear of being trapped by past choices. The research facility and its experiments feel less like a traditional sci-fi setting and more like a physical manifestation of the protagonist’s internal conflicts. While some explanations remain intentionally vague, this ambiguity serves the story’s tone, allowing players to interpret events through both literal and symbolic lenses. That said, the game’s commitment to mystery and repetition may not appeal to everyone. Its pacing is slow, and its reliance on multiple endings means that players seeking immediate clarity or fast narrative payoff may find the experience demanding. Character development is often subtle rather than explicit, requiring attention to small changes in dialogue and context to fully appreciate. For players willing to engage on those terms, however, the reward is a story that feels cohesive precisely because it resists easy answers. In the end, Kanna Maze is a thoughtful and ambitious visual novel that prioritizes mood, structure, and thematic depth over straightforward storytelling. It invites players to become active participants in its narrative, not by mastering systems, but by observing patterns, questioning assumptions, and embracing uncertainty. As a piece of indie storytelling, it stands as a compelling example of how minimal mechanics and strong narrative intent can combine to create an experience that lingers long after the final ending is reached. Rating: 8/10
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Nov. 2025
A short but sweet vn with interesting story mechanics. The flowchart system is relatively well-implemented, aside from one specific instance. Unfortunately suffers from subpar english localization (frequent misgendering, odd vocabulary) but the story is still conveyed pretty well. I liked it.
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March 2025
7/10. Interesting short read, with some philosophical stuff. Otherwise, there's not much tbh.
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Kanna Maze is currently priced at 3.99€ on Steam.

Kanna Maze is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 3.99€ on Steam.

Kanna Maze received 276 positive votes out of a total of 311 achieving a rating of 8.19.
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Kanna Maze was developed and published by 致意.

Kanna Maze is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Kanna Maze is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

Kanna Maze is playable and fully supported on Linux.

Kanna Maze is a single-player game.

Kanna Maze does not currently offer any DLC.

Kanna Maze does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Kanna Maze does not support Steam Remote Play.

Kanna Maze is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

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