Braid

Braid

Number None Inc.

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Initial Release: Aug 6, 2008

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ESRB: Everyone 10+

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8.2

6 hrs

Main Story

6 hrs

Story + Sides

8 hrs

Everything

6 hrs

All Styles

Images & Screenshots

Braid Review

8.5

EDITORS' CHOICE

great

Official IGN Review

Summary

Braid is a platformer/puzzle game with unique elements that aim to provide a mind-expanding, filler-free experience.

Content Rating

ESRB: Everyone 10+

Language, Mild Cartoon Violence

Developers

Number None Inc.

Publishers

MumboJumbo, Hothead Games, Number None Inc.

Franchises

Features

Initial Release

Aug 6, 2008

Platforms

Genres

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