Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows XP SP3 or newer Processeur : Dual-Core 1.6 ghz / AMD Dual-Core Athlon 2.0ghz Mémoire vive : 2 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Intel HD 4000 or better DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX(r) compatible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7 or newer Processeur : Intel Core i3, 1.7ghz or faster Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GeForce GT 640 / Radeon HD 6750 DirectX : Version 9.0c Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : DirectX(r) compatible
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood
Puzzles drive the experience in Max: The Curse of Brotherhood, and players keep returning to its clever platforming challenges. The game enjoys a Very Positive Steam rating, with 95% of 1,662 reviews overall and 93% of the 472 post‑release reviews praising it.
What it's about: Max: The Curse of Brotherhood est une aventure cinématique remplie de puzzles bourrés d'adrénaline et de créativité. Armé uniquement de son marqueur magique, Max doit affronter le mal dans tous les recoins d'un monde hostile et fantastique afin de sauver son petit frère, Felix. Rejoins Max dans cette grande aventure!
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 92 | 81 | 1 | 10 |
| Graphics / art | 42 | 41 | 0 | 1 |
| Story / writing | 32 | 24 | 1 | 7 |
| Content / longevity | 21 | 14 | 0 | 7 |
| Stability / bugs | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Performance | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| Audio / music | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 |
| Value for money | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Multiplayer | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 8 h on median; those who dislike it: 5.4 h.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 27 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 33,5 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Graphics receive near‑universal praise: 41 positive mentions out of 42
- Core gameplay is lauded: 81 positive mentions out of 92
- Story resonates with many: 24 positive mentions out of 32
- Puzzle design dominates discussion, appearing in 18 of the most frequent keywords ("puzzles" 11, "puzzle" 7)
Weaknesses
- Performance issues are noted: 4 negative mentions out of 9
- Bugs are a universal complaint: 12 negative mentions out of 12
- User interface draws criticism: 5 negative mentions out of 5
- Multiplayer is absent or broken: 1 negative mention
Who is it for?
Players who love puzzle‑platformers, nostalgic adventure titles, and strong visual storytelling will find plenty to enjoy. Those sensitive to technical hiccups should weigh the reported performance and bug issues.
Is Max: The Curse of Brotherhood worth it in 2026?
Yes, without reservation for most players: 95% of 1,662 Steam reviews are positive (player score 92/100). Most-praised strength: Graphics receive near‑universal praise. Current price: 2,99€ (80% off).
Verdict
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood delivers a very satisfying adventure, buoyed by standout graphics, engaging gameplay, and a memorable story. However, the experience is marred by consistent performance problems, bugs, and a clunky UI, which may deter more demanding players. Overall, its strengths outweigh its flaws for fans of the genre.
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