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Max: The Curse of Brotherhood

2013
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Action, Platformer, Side View Perspective, Puzzle and Logic, Single Player
AvailableDec 20, 2013
PlatformPC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch
DeveloperPress Play
Overview

In its core Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a physics-based puzzle/platformer and set in a 2.5D environment with a free and cinematic camera. The game has 7 chapters and 20 levels in total All levels are connected so the game feels like one long journey. Besides platforming, the gameplay twist is the magic marker which introduces a creative and open approach to how puzzles can be solved. Throughout the game the magic marker will gain different powers. The five powers are 1. Earth pillars. You can create pillars from the earth to reach higher grounds. 2. Tree branches - You can grow trees to use them as platforms, springboards, rafts and moveable objects. Branches also catch fire. 3. Vines which work like ropes. You can crawl and swing in vines, but vines can also be used to tie objects together. 4. Water streams can be shaped freely and will move objects as well as Max along their path. 5. You must destroy obstacles and defeat Mustacho’s minions. Each of the five powers are introduced in settings similar to the power themselves. The magic marker is triggered by pressing and holding RT and controlled by the right analog stick of the Xbox One controller and while controlling the magic marker Max cannot move at all.

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98 reviews found

100

Twinfinite

Jan 16, 2014

Summary and quote unavailable.


90

Softpedia

Dec 20, 2013

Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a great side-scrolling puzzle platformer. Max's marker has come a long way since the original game and you'll have a blast exploring the game's world and using all the different abilities. There are a few bugs in terms of gameplay and the visuals don't scream next-gen, but it's still a great investment.


90

Gamers' Temple

Xbox One

Jan 1, 1970

One of the best games that you can buy for your new Xbox One is an inexpensive download.


90

Official Xbox Magazine UK

Xbox One

Jan 1, 1970

Summary and quote unavailable.


90

GamesRadar+

Xbox One

Jan 1, 1970

Summary and quote unavailable.


85

GamingBolt

Jan 1, 2014

Summary and quote unavailable.


85

PS4Blog.net

Jan 3, 2018

Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a fun puzzle platformer that is worth a download. The graphics are very pretty, polished and colorful, and the game looks great when played docked on the TV or on the go in Tabletop or Portable mode. This is a quality Switch port of an entertaining release that is worth your time and money.


85

MondoXbox

Xbox One

Jan 1, 1970

Summary and quote unavailable.


85

GamePitt

Dec 15, 2017

Summary and quote unavailable.


84

Games Master UK

Xbox One

Jan 1, 1970

Summary and quote unavailable.

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