Games like Max: The Curse of Brotherhood

Action-platformer with puzzle-solving. Player uses a magic marker to manipulate the environment and overcome obstacles.

95% positive from 1,644 · 2014 · 31% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · Lowest ever $2.99 (2015-11-25)

AdventurePuzzle-Platformer Platformer PuzzleActionSingleplayer

Six games like Max: The Curse of Brotherhood

98% positive from 7,085 reviews201937% finish itDeck Verified

First-person puzzle platformer where you manipulate gravity to solve challenges in a gallery. Navigate lethal exhibits and use gravity cubes to progress.

What players likedPlayers praise this free, short, Portal-like puzzle game for its clever puzzles, humorous writing, and well-done voice acting.

The catchThe wisecracking robot narrator strains for Portal style humor and grates within minutes.

Both are tagged Puzzle-Platformer, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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Supraland

95% positive from 4,925 reviews201927% finish itDeck Unsupported

First-person Metroidvania puzzle game. Explore a sandbox world, discover versatile abilities, and solve creative, unique puzzles.

What players likedPlayers praise Supraland as a metroidvania and puzzle platformer with rewarding exploration, clever puzzles, and charming humor.

The catchCombat is shallow and respawning enemies constantly interrupt puzzling and exploring.

Both are tagged Puzzle-Platformer, Singleplayer and Action.

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Stealth Bastard Deluxe

89% positive from 1,220 reviews20127% finish it

Fast-paced stealth platformer. Sneak past robots and lasers using light and shadow.

What players likedPlayers praise its art style and mechanics, offering challenging puzzles reminiscent of other stealth games.

The catchDespite the name it plays as a trial and error puzzle platformer, not a stealth game.

Both are tagged Platformer, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee®

85% positive from 4,512 reviews2008Deck Playable

Abe's Oddysee is a 2D puzzle-platformer where players use speech and environmental interaction to solve puzzles and escape danger. The game features stealth and puzzle-solving with a dark, satirical tone.

What players likedPlayers praise its engaging worldbuilding, unique speaking system, and challenging puzzles, reminiscent of classic platformers.

The catchConstant trial and error deaths, with checkpoints so far apart that replays drag.

Both are tagged Platformer, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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The Basement Collection

87% positive from 1,634 reviews201222% finish itDeck Playable

This is an indie game compilation featuring 8 revamped titles with bonus content. It offers diverse gameplay from puzzle to platforming with a dark, experimental feel.

What players likedIt's a collection of unique, passionate, and varied flash games that reward players for their effort.

The catchMost of the games control badly, cannot be rebound, and suffer heavy input lag.

Both are tagged Platformer, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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Oddworld: Abe's Exoddus

95% positive from 1,505 reviews1998Deck Playable

A 2D puzzle-platformer where you rescue enslaved aliens using stealth and environmental puzzles. The game features a dark, satirical tone and resource management.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a classic Oddworld game, evoking strong nostalgic memories from childhood.

The catchIt is a poor port with no working controller support and a locked low resolution.

Both are tagged Platformer, Puzzle and Singleplayer.

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More about Max: The Curse of Brotherhood

What players liked

Players praise this hidden gem as a great platformer with fun, well-balanced puzzles that cleverly utilize different magic powers.

The catch

The marker only works at preset spots, so most puzzles have one obvious solution.

Reviews: 95% positive from 1,644
Released: 2014
Finish it: 31% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: Lowest ever $2.99 (2015-11-25)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 95% positive, but with 1,644 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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