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3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Puzzle / Adventure
The Daedalus Encounter
Deep cut
| System | 3DO Interactive Multiplayer |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Puzzle, Adventure |
| Publisher | Virgin Interactive |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Published by Virgin Interactive, The Daedalus Encounter arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995 as a puzzle game. It blends puzzle and adventure elements.
It landed about 2 years into the 3DO's life. Other notable 3DO releases from 1995 include Theme Park, D and Wolfenstein 3D. Among the 7 3DO puzzle games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Daedalus Encounter is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
The Daedalus Encounter walkthroughs & guides
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The Daedalus Encounter FAQ
When did The Daedalus Encounter come out on the 3DO?
The Daedalus Encounter was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1995.
Who made The Daedalus Encounter?
published by Virgin Interactive.
Is The Daedalus Encounter multiplayer?
No. The Daedalus Encounter is a single-player game.
How long does The Daedalus Encounter take to play?
As a puzzle game, The Daedalus Encounter typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Daedalus Encounter on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.