Underplayed Gems

BROTHER!!! Save him! - Hardcore Platformer (2020)

BROTHER!!! Save him! - Hardcore Platformer cover
Developer
TakeThem.Games (Creative)
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating
3.4 of 5, 759 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.3 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A punishing retro-style platformer with tight controls and a goofy, meme-infused tone that challenges you to survive traps and bosses while rescuing your brother.

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What players say

Players say this is a short precision platformer with a one-life mechanic and no checkpoints, making it unforgiving. Many compare it to I Wanna Be the Boshy or Super Meat Boy, and some find the difficulty unfair due to tight platforming and poorly tuned hitboxes. A particular frustration is that accidentally clicking 'New Game' erases progress without warning.

Screenshots

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