Max's Tales (2023)

Developer: Jonathan Prado
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 5 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A warm, nostalgic dash through cartoony 2D worlds where two heroes dodge cute enemies and solve simple puzzles together, evoking the breezy pace of SNES-era platformers.

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What players say

Players call this a comfy, easy platformer with strong SNES nostalgia and a working couch co-op mode that includes a smart camera option. The fact it was made by one person impresses many.

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