The Maw [Online Game Code]

by Twisted Pixel Games

Product Details

• Online Game Code: Currently, this item is available only to customers located in the United States and who have a U.S. billing address.
• Note: Gifting is available after purchase via e-mail.
• ASIN: B001UQ6S04
• Release Date: February 18, 2009
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,972 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)

Product Description

The pinnacle of alien evolution, Maw is a cowardly fat blob concerned mostly with snacking and lounging. He can, however, absorb the traits of anything he eats, is virtually indestructible, and can grow to unlimited size. If he wasn't a danger to all life in the universe, he'd make the perfect pet. In this action/adventure game, he's the best friend of our hero Frank, and only by working together can Maw eat their way to freedom. The Maw was honored with the Audience Choice Award in the 2008 PAX-10 showcase of independent games.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wacky fun, April 9, 2009

By 

Jennifer - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: The Maw [Online Game Code] (Software Download)

The Maw is a wacky game that's really fun to play. It's friendly to get into and has a fun story, so even people new to gaming will enjoy it. There are some action and puzzle sequences that will be fun and challenging to classic gamers, too! So, people that like adventure puzzles will like this. Some gameplay elements are even like Katamari - the Maw has to keep eating bigger things until he gets big enough to eat the next batch - so fans of Katamari will like this game. This game is so different than anything else on Arcade, it's totally worth checking out.
-Jenny Lynn

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Maw - Unique, if not short, May 20, 2009

By 

Mary J. (Knoxville, TN USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: The Maw [Online Game Code] (Software Download)

The Maw is a fun 3D platformer that will entertain for at least an afternoon.

The concept is that you are an alien that has been kidnapped and then your captors' ship crashes on a planet. You befriend Maw, a hungry, hungry blob alien that will eat just about anything you drag to him. Eating different creatures gives Maw different powers that you can use throughout the levels.

I enjoyed playing Maw and think that it is a decent little game with a nice mix of humor. My only complaints are that it was linear (only one ability per level, each level seemed very short) and that there is no replay value. Once I played through the levels, collecting all of the creatures and earning the achievements, I had no desire to play the game again.

I think that this game is worth the $10, but be warned that you will enjoy one full play through and then be done.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great, although brief, game, April 8, 2010

By 

KiKi "AquaOpal" (North Central, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: The Maw [Online Game Code] (Software Download)

My son (5 years old) wanted this game after playing the demo. I ended up played it more than him! This is such a cute game. The gameplay is simple and the story line is intriguing enough to make you want to keep playing. Its always fun to engage Maw and have him acquire his various powers after dining on certain creatures. The game was very short, but I look forward to future games by Twisted Pixel! Recommended for anyone that wants to enjoy a casual, fun, cute game.