Braid is a unique puzzle-platformer where you manipulate time itself to overcome obstacles and solve intricate environmental puzzles. You play as Tim, a man on a quest through a series of worlds, each with its own distinct time-bending mechanics, from rewinding your actions to creating time-delayed duplicates of yourself. It’s a game that constantly surprises you with its clever design and narrative depth, making you rethink everything you thought you knew about platforming.
This guide will help you navigate every step of Tim's journey. We'll cover how to find every hidden puzzle piece scattered throughout the game's worlds, offer strategies for tackling challenging boss encounters, and provide clear walkthroughs for each level. Whether you're aiming to unlock all the Steam Achievements or simply want to experience Braid's full story, we've got you covered.
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Stuck on a puzzle in Braid? This walkthrough helps you find every puzzle piece and solve the game's challenges, offering solutions when you need them most.
Hey there! Welcome to Braid. I'm Pope Smear, but you can call me Ryan. I'm here to help you navigate the beautiful, mind-bending world of Braid and make sure you find every last puzzle piece. It's a game that really rewards figuring things out on your own, and honestly, that's the best way to experience it. You'll get that amazing sense of accomplishment when you finally crack a tough one!
But let's be real, Braid can be incredibly challenging, and sometimes you just get stuck. If you're banging your head against a wall and need a little nudge, that's where I come in. I've put together this guide to help you out when you're truly stumped. Just remember, try to figure things out yourself first – the solutions are always more satisfying when you've earned them!
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This walkthrough is designed to help you find all the puzzle pieces and solve the puzzles they're associated with. To help you find specific pieces quickly, I've included search codes next to each one. Just use your browser's search function (Ctrl+F or Cmd+F) and paste the code. To figure out which piece you're stuck on, just count them from left to right within the level.
Here’s a look at the structure:
- World 2: Levels 1-4, with pieces [w2l1p1] through [w2l4p4]
- World 3: Levels 1-8, with pieces [w3l2p1] through [w3l8p2]
- World 4: Levels 1-7, with pieces [w4l2p1] through [w4l7p2]
- World 5: Levels 1-7, with pieces [w5l1p1] through [w5l7p1]
- World 6: Levels 1-7, with pieces [w6l2p1] through [w6l7p1]
- World 1: Levels 1-4, with pieces [w1l4p1] (this seems to be out of order in the original TOC, but I'm listing it as it appears)
We'll cover FAQs and contact info later, but for now, let's get started on your Braid adventure!
World 2 - Level 1 - Three Easy Pieces
Complete walkthrough for Braid World 2, Level 1: Three Easy Pieces. Learn how to collect all puzzle pieces and overcome obstacles with this detailed guide.
- 1The first puzzle piece is obtained by dropping down to a lower platform and jumping over the broken parts.
- 2To get the second puzzle piece, jump on the monster to bounce higher and reach the platform with the piece.
- 3The third puzzle piece requires timing. You need to jump on two monsters consecutively to reach the platform where the last piece is located. Use rewind if you miss the timing.
- Jumping on monsters allows you to reach higher places.
- The rewind function is crucial for correcting mistakes and perfecting timing.
[#1] - [w2l1p1]
Find the puzzle piece in Braid world 2 level 1 by moving right from the doorway, hopping ledges, and falling into a hole.
- 1Move right from the doorway.
- 2Hop up some ledges and across a shallow pit.
- 3Go down a slope and climb up a wooden surface.
- 4Go down another slope and then up another wooden surface.
- 5At the top, hold right to drop down onto the ledge and down a couple of steps.
- 6Climb the short ladder and hop over the obstacle.
- 7The puzzle piece is one level down; fall into a hole in the platform to reach a lower platform.
- 8Hop across the two gaps.
- 9The puzzle piece is yours.
- Use the rewind ability if you fall across the gaps.
[#2] - [w2l1p2]
Learn how to get the puzzle piece in Braid's w2l1p2 by using an enemy cannon as a springboard.
- 1From the previous area, hop back across the gaps and over to the ladder on the other side.
- 2After climbing up, either bounce on or avoid the patrolling enemy.
- 3Drop down to an area with two ladders leading up to a platform.
- 4Another enemy is wandering around this platform, and a cannon rests on the right side, inert.
- 5This is an enemy cannon (a device that shoots out enemies if there are fewer than its quota in the area).
- 6You will see the puzzle piece floating above the platform, just out of jumping range.
- 7You need to jump on the enemy and bounce up to the piece.
- 8Be careful not to be smacked by the enemy that will pop out of the cannon to replace your improvised springboard.
- Time your jump carefully to avoid the enemy that spawns from the cannon.
- Use the patrolling enemy on the platform as a stepping stone if needed.
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