| Title | Max: The Curse Of Brotherhood |
| Developer(s) | Press Play |
| Publisher(s) | Xbox Game Studios |
| Release Date | May 21, 2014 |
| Size | 1.69 GB |
| Genre | PC > Adventure |
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a puzzle-platformer video game developed by Press Play and published by Microsoft Studios. It was released in 2013 for Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Microsoft Windows. The game follows the story of a young boy named Max who must use his magical marker to save his younger brother, Felix, from an evil lord. With its stunning graphics, challenging puzzles, and heartwarming story, Max: The Curse of Brotherhood has become a fan favorite among gamers.
Storyline
The game starts with Max returning home from school to find his brother playing with his toys in his room. Frustrated with his brother, Max searches for a spell online to make him disappear. To his surprise, the spell actually works and a portal emerges, sucking his brother in. Realizing his mistake, Max jumps into the portal to save Felix from an evil lord named Mustacho.
Max must navigate through various worlds and overcome challenges using his magical marker to defeat Mustacho and rescue his brother. The marker allows Max to manipulate the environment by creating pillars, branches, water streams, and more. These abilities come in handy when solving puzzles and overcoming obstacles.
Gameplay
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood offers an immersive gameplay experience with its stunning graphics and challenging puzzles. The gameplay is a mix of platforming, puzzle-solving, and action elements. Players must use Max’s magical marker to draw objects and solve puzzles to progress through the game. The game also features boss battles where players must use the marker in creative ways to defeat the bosses.
As the game progresses, Max gains new abilities and upgrades for his marker, making for more challenging and exciting gameplay. For example, Max can eventually freeze water streams, create explosive vines, and more. The game also has hidden collectibles and secret areas, adding replay value for players.
Reception
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood received positive reviews from critics and players alike. The game’s graphics, gameplay, and story were praised, with many calling it a refreshing addition to the puzzle-platformer genre. The game has been compared to other popular games such as Limbo and Braid for its similar gameplay mechanics and emotional storyline.
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood also received numerous nominations and awards, including the BAFTA Games Award for Best Original Property and the Destructoid’s Best Xbox Live Arcade Game of 2013. The game has since been released on various platforms, including PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices.
Conclusion
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a true gem in the puzzle-platformer genre. Its beautiful graphics, engaging gameplay, and heartwarming story make it a must-play for gamers. With its availability on multiple platforms, there’s no excuse not to give this game a try and experience the magical journey of Max and his brother Felix.
“Max: The Curse of Brotherhood combines action and puzzle-solving in a beautifully crafted world, making for an unforgettable gaming experience.” – IGN
System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: Windows XP SP3 or newer
- Processor: Dual-Core 1.6 ghz / AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.0ghz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD 4000 or better
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX(r) compatible
- OS: Windows 7 or newer
- Processor: Intel Core i3, 1.7ghz or faster
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GT 640 / Radeon HD 6750
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX(r) compatible
How to Download
- Click on the direct "Download" button link given above to start the download process.
- Once the download is complete, double-click on the downloaded file to start the installation process.
- A pop-up window will appear asking for permission to make changes to your device. Click "Yes" to proceed.
- Choose the language for the installation and click "Next".
- Read and accept the terms of the license agreement and click "Next".
- Select the destination folder where you want to install the game and click "Next".
- Choose whether you want to create a desktop shortcut and click "Next".
- Click "Install" to begin the installation process.
- Wait for the installation to complete. This may take a few minutes.
- Once the installation is finished, click "Finish" to exit the installation wizard.
- The game will now be installed on your computer and you can launch it by double-clicking on the desktop shortcut or from the installation folder.