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Best Time Travelling mechanics ever. The Story is that a man has to save a princess from an evil monster, don't worry, It's not what you think it is, it pays homages to Super Mario Bros in a few aspects, but the story outside of that is different, and well concocted, the hidden meaning is very interesting when comparing it to it's not hidden counterpart, and the twist ending of chapter 1, is amazing, I won't spoil that here. The Characters of Tim, and the princess' personality come out in the hints around the game about their relationship, as the game focuses on gameplay with no voice acting, but it is interesting, and makes you want to dive deeper into it. The Graphics are very appealing to look at, the art style is very sinister, despite the bright feel used for the more serious scenes, and the bright moments are pleasing with the outlines and shades. The Gameplay has Tim "in a 2D side scroller" travelling from one area to the next, while collecting puzzle pieces to reveal more behind the story, while using time controlling mechanics to help him, they range from rewinding time, fast forwarding time, glowing areas/ objects that aren't effected by it, a previous self's actions carrying over to the current one's, and a ring that slows time near it when placed, these unique gameplays makes Braid nominee for best time travel game ever made, and the themes behind time in this game are also supported by the story of Tim's struggles, and despite it's short length, it doesn't need to be any longer than it was for the story the game presents. Music and Sounds are appeasing to the ears, sinister feel, and beautiful tracks are played throughout the game, and the Sound Effects are beautiful tones when they happen, or ones that are appealing for the correct tone of scene. Braid gives the world the very best that time travel has to offer the video game industry, and a story which alone is worth the price of admission, let alone the gameplay that comes with it.

Reviewed on Apr 08, 2023


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