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Play Overview
Braid (2008) is a platform game, not dissimilar to Mario World, that appears simple but has a twist. The movement of your character is connected to the progression of time in a mind-bending manner. The resulting puzzles are fascinating and connected to a story about relationships and forgiveness.
This gameplay mechanic evolves over the different levels to mind-bending extremes. It's the sort of challenge that is frustrating until you solve it, but then really satisfying.
The time travel game-play is integrated into its story. You play a man searching for a princess, with whom his relationship has become fractured and complex through things he has done and regrets.
As you complete the six worlds you complete paintings that allude to the overarching story. While the game doesn't neatly resolve on any particular topic, it's an allegory that touches on themes of forgiveness, desire, and frustration. "What if you could learn from your mistakes and undo the consequences?" it asks.
Our examiner, Oli Hawkins, first checked Braid 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Ollie Robertson and updated 6 months ago.
This gameplay mechanic evolves over the different levels to mind-bending extremes. It's the sort of challenge that is frustrating until you solve it, but then really satisfying.
The time travel game-play is integrated into its story. You play a man searching for a princess, with whom his relationship has become fractured and complex through things he has done and regrets.
As you complete the six worlds you complete paintings that allude to the overarching story. While the game doesn't neatly resolve on any particular topic, it's an allegory that touches on themes of forgiveness, desire, and frustration. "What if you could learn from your mistakes and undo the consequences?" it asks.
Our examiner, Oli Hawkins, first checked Braid 5 years ago. It was re-examined by Ollie Robertson and updated 6 months ago.
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Play Style
Duration
Play Time: This game will take between 5 hours and 7 hours to complete. Because of the puzzling nature of the game, it's possible to get stuck at times and this requires more time to complete the game -- or possibly to consult a guide.
Benefits
Age Ratings
Rated for younger players in Australia. Rated Parental Guidance (PG) for Mild Coarse Language.
Costs
Braid usually costs £9.99 to £17.99.
Braid
There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.
Game Details
Release Date: 06/08/2008, updated in 2024
Out Now: Android, Mac, PC, PS3, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Xbox X|S and iOS
Players: 1
Genres: Deduction, Platform and Narrative
Accessibility: 16 features
Components: 2D Side-On
Developer: thekla inc (@thekla_inc)
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