“Sam & Max: The Devil’s Playhouse,” developed and published by Skunkape Games, is a remastered episodic adventure game set to release on August 14, 2024. Weighing in at 1.9 GB, the game follows the chaotic duo of Sam and Max as they confront supernatural challenges stemming from Max’s newfound psychic abilities, triggered by a mysterious toy that lets him glimpse the future. This adventure pits them against a host of villains eager to obtain the Toys of Power for their own nefarious purposes.
Players will engage in a bizarre, interactive story filled with eccentric characters and brain-teasing puzzles. The game features a unique mind meld mechanic that allows players to harness Max’s powers to see the future, teleport, and read minds, all while the game provides subtle hints if players find themselves stuck. The remaster enhances visuals and sound, bringing the game up to modern standards, and marks the conclusion of the Sam & Max episodic trilogy. Minimum system requirements include a 64-bit OS, 2 GB RAM, and an Nvidia GTS 450 or equivalent graphics card. Players can secure a copy on Steam to support the developers.
