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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · 27d

What an honour it is to have A Little to the Left offered alongside the impeccable @unpackinggame.com by our friends at @witchbeam.com.au!

We've put together this bundle so you can move on in and test your organization skills in one tidy package!

Unpacking 📦 @unpackinggame.com · 27d

Dust off your organization skills, because Unpacking and A Little to the Left by @maxinfernogames.bsky.social are now available in a bundle together on Steam! 📦 🧩

If you haven't played A Little to the Left, we heartily recommend it—it's a real delight!

store.steampowered.com/bundle/58260...

The Unpacking and A Little to the Left key art together

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Sep 8

It was so fun to attend the Video Game Arts Appreciate Night at the @agotoronto.bsky.social this past weekend!

It was so great to get to talk with ALTTL fans, amazing Canadian devs, arts supporters and those who are video game curious.

TY to @jimmunroe.net and Nathan Huisman for inviting us!

Jim Munroe introduces A Little to the Left to a crowd at the AGO, with the junk drawer puzzle visible on a TV screen

Annie and Lukas smile for the photo in front of the Art Gallery of Ontario facade

Players enjoying the storage boxes sorting puzzle in A Little to the Left amongst a crowd at the Art Gallery of Ontario

Lukas and Annie posing for a photo in front of the Video Game Arts Appreciation Night sign

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Sep 8

Umm, ALTTL somehow just hit a new all-time high for concurrent players some 3ish years after launch?!

We don't know what's going on... 🥸

Screenshot of SteamDB data showing record concurrent player count for A Little to the Left

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Mike Arnone @freakingcoolindies.com · Sep 7

SUNDAY SPOTLIGHT: A Little to the Left 🧩

Derek's pick for cozy marketing done right:
✨ Authentic filming
✨ Perfect "eye trace"
✨ Seamless cursor flow
✨ Invisible detail mastery

Save 50% on A Little to the Left on Steam

A Little to the Left is a cozy puzzle game that has you sort, stack, and organize household items into pleasing arrangements while you keep an eye out for a mischievous cat with an inclination for…

store.steampowered.com

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Sep 7

Thanks so much for the mention!

We use "eye trace" to direct focus toward key elements, but also reduce disorientation between cuts- it's supposed to convey "cozy", after all!

For a peak example of this technique, check our trailer for the Cupboards & Drawers DLC:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfm-...

A Little to the Left: Cupboards & Drawers - Wholesome Direct Trailer

YouTube video by Max Inferno Games

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Mike Arnone @freakingcoolindies.com · Sep 5

@derek-lieu.com's "eye trace" revelation: Cozy games often have better visual flow than action games 👀

Invisible improvements keep viewers engaged without them realising why.

Watch A Little To The Left's trailer. Notice the flow.

Get more insights: freakingcoolindies.com/subscribe

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Sep 4

That would be really cool! Maybe something worth approaching them about!

Yep, Tunic will be featured there too, however it doesn’t appear that Andrew will be present at the event

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Sep 4

Come meet us tomorrow at the AGO!

Art Gallery of Ontario @agotoronto.bsky.social · Sep 4

🎮 Join us tomorrow, Sept 5 at 6 pm for an exciting night in partnership with Game Arts International Network.

Walker Court is turning into a playground for the Games-curious. Dive into a handpicked lineup of standout Canadian-made video games. Come play and explore!

ago.ca/events/video...

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Is This Seat Taken? @potipoti.studio · Aug 18

🧩✨Do you like to keep everything super tidy?

We have the perfect bundle for you! Is This Seat Taken? + A Little to the Left!

@maxinfernogames.bsky.social
Grab it now on Steam⬇️⬇️⬇️

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jul 12

Degrassi High

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jul 4

We had the fortune of chatting over breakfast about our fav puzzle games with the wonderful PapaPupp and Pokie during their holiday to our hometown!

PapaPupp has shared his love of ALTTL from the very start, and gifted us this beautiful gem from his collection! ✨💎✨

www.tiktok.com/@papapupp

Selfie of Lukas and Annie (creators of A Little to the Left) with popular streamers PapaPupp and Pokie, with the city of Halifax seen in the background

Annie holding and looking at an amethyst rock gifted by popular streamer PapaPupp, in front of three A Little to the Left posters and a display of video game trinkets

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jul 1

This is one of the 3 new levels included in the newly released Packed Update for A Little to the Left!

Find a spot for that mint, those old worn toothbrushes, or all-season glow-in-the-dark vampire teeth!

Perfect time to tidy up, ALTTL is -50% in the Steam Summer Sale (on all other platforms too).

Screenshot of Bathroom drawer level from puzzle video game A Little to the Left. Drawer is open, with a tray that features space for a medley of objects that are scattered about, such as nail polish bottles, a rubber ducky, toothbrushes, razors, scissors, amongst other items.

Screenshot of Bathroom drawer level from puzzle video game A Little to the Left, fully solved. Drawer is open with a medley of objects neatly organized inside it, such as nail polish bottles, a rubber ducky, toothbrushes, razors, scissors, amongst other items.

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 27

Thanks so much for playing along with us these past 3ish years! 🥰

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

Wow, thank you for sticking with us! We’re excited to let you all in on what’s coming next… but for now, a bit of rest 🥱

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

It true, we’re moving! It’s all a little too serendipitous that these major milestones are aligning… the house was such an inspiration for the game, it’s fitting to have both the physical and digital spaces “packed up”… thus the name of the update!

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

We determined it would be irresponsible of us to release something that powerful

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

Oh we're right there with you... And that's the chipper cut! We had a version that was a real tearjerker that we backed away from- it just melted us

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Derek Lieu - Game Trailer Editor @derek-lieu.com · Jun 26

The Max Inferno devs make their own trailers and they're all such a delight.

The sound design in the intro to this shows great attention to the little details 😘👌🏼

Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

The Packed Update is OUT NOW everywhere!

We're a little melancholic to release this last update for A Little to the Left. We're moving house and feel it's time to move onto new projects too, and we wanted to give ALTTL the send off it deserves.

TYSM for sharing your love, it's been truly special ❤️

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

Great timing! We're really excited about this update... it was an opportunity to make the best version of ALTTL! Thanks so much for playing ☺️

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

The Packed Update is available on Steam (PC/Mac), Nintendo Switch (compatible with Switch 2), Xbox, PlayStation 5.

We're also happy to announce it's available for iOS and Android too! We thought there might be a delay, but everything wrapped up nicely.

We hope you enjoy! ❤️

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

The Packed Update includes 175+ features and fixes- here's the high points:

🧩 3 NEW Drawer Puzzles
📬 New Daily Tidy puzzle
🗓️ Streak Tracker
🔰 Badge Selector
🌈 Colour Assist mode
🎲 Shuffle mode
🔭 Zoom
🔎 New Hints
🐛 125+ Bugfixes
+ MORE!

Full details here: store.steampowered.com/news/app/162...

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 26

The Packed Update is OUT NOW everywhere!

We're a little melancholic to release this last update for A Little to the Left. We're moving house and feel it's time to move onto new projects too, and we wanted to give ALTTL the send off it deserves.

TYSM for sharing your love, it's been truly special ❤️

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 23

store.steampowered.com/news/app/162...

A Little to the Left - A Little to the Left 'Packed' Update Arrives June 26 - Our Final Update! - Steam News

After three wonderful years, we’re wrapping up A Little to the Left - but not before one more lovely update!

store.steampowered.com

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Secret Mode | NUTMEG! + A Storied Life, coming '26 @wearesecretmode.com · Jun 23

#ALittleToTheLeft's 'Packed' Update arrives June 26, bringing 3 new levels, colour assist mode, and more. 🐈

We'll share more on June 26 but for now, thank you to the wonderful community for your support. We hope you enjoy this final package of features and fun!

Read more 👇

a cartoon cardboard box filled with household objects sits on a table, the background shows an empty house with other packed boxes stacked, the side of the box says "The Packed Update - A Little to the left"

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Max Inferno // A Little to the Left @maxinfernogames.bsky.social · Jun 23

The Packed Update will come to iOS and Android soon after, we’re just getting a few more items bubbled wrapped ready to ship.

The Packed Update also includes improved performance and 125+ bugfixes!

Thanks so much for playing! We’re excited to keep making games and to share in the fun with you! ❤️

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