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1997 PCPlayStation 2.99 € 👍 85 % Very positive, 4,355 reviews on Steam Steam Deck playable

A helpless Mudokon slave escapes a grotesque meat-processing plant using cunning, chanting and possession instead of weapons, rescuing fellow workers along the way. Its blend of black humor, punishing puzzle-platforming and striking art makes it a cult classic.

What defines Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee:

  • Puzzles and brain teasers
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

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