How to Unlock Max in Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap and His Abilities

Image Credit: Robot Entertainment, Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap

Unlocking Max in Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is pretty easy. If you can walk, jump, and pick up shiny things, you’ve got this. Follow these steps, and you’ll have the sarcastic, dashing, crossbow-wielding menace unlocked in no time.

Step 1: Start the Game and Head to the Right

As soon as you spawn in, don’t dawdle—head right. You’ll see a blue glimmer above you. That’s your first shard. Jump up (or use Kalos if you want to show off) and grab it.

Step 2: Find the Second Shard

Turn left, and surprise—it’s right there by the pillar. Two down, three to go.

Step 3: Grab the Third Shard

Forget the old method of painful ledge-jumping. Just run to the Forge (where you buy traps after missions) and look near the door. There’s your third shard, waiting for someone competent to pick it up.

Step 4: Enter the Training Range

This one takes a little platforming skill. Jump onto the pillar, then over to another one, then once more using Kalos’ ability. The fourth shard is up here, assuming you didn’t miss the jump three times first.

Step 5: Get the Final Shard

Now, run to the Weavers’ station—the folks who let you buy upgrades. Behind them, on the balcony, sits your last shard. Pick it up, and boom—Max is unlocked.

Max Abilities

Max replaces his tutorial self with a mirror version (yes, you can still talk to him for training videos, if you really want). But more importantly, you now have one of the strongest characters in the game:

• Classic Crossbow – Think Vann’s, but better because it’s not fully automatic and actually lands headshots.

• Stun Ability – Perfect for stopping enemies before they ruin your day.

• Grenade Spam – Straight from OMD2 and OMD3. Point, click, and watch orcs regret their life choices.

• Overdrive (Unchained Blade Staff) – A devastating melee weapon that shreds enemies in seconds.

Bonus: Statue Collecting Just Got Easier

Max also makes it way easier to find hidden statues across missions. These unlock his Sunset/Morning Skin, so if you’re into stylish destruction, this is your guy.

Final Thoughts

Unlocking Max takes about a minute, and he’s one of the best heroes in the game. If you enjoy sniping, stunning, and blowing things up, congratulations—you’ve just unlocked your new favorite character. Now get out there and make the orcs wish they never stepped into your killbox.

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