Traps N' Gemstones: A Retro Metroidvania Adventure

9/6/2026, 2:50:06 PM

Release date: 4/16/2015

Tags: #adventure #indie #casual #action #metroidvania #platformer #retro

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Score: 76%Mostly Positive
Review Count: 25 reviews
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¥ 520 (JPY)

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$4.99 (USD)

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Key highlight

Traps N' Gemstones is a Metroidvania-style platform adventure inspired by retro classics, featuring deep exploration, hidden chambers, and artifact collection. Developed by Donut Games, it was released in 2015.

Who this is for

For players who cherish the atmosphere of retro gaming and enjoy spending time exploring and solving puzzles, Traps N' Gemstones is a highly recommended title. Hidden secrets and ancient mysteries await.

Details

Overview

Traps N' Gemstones invites players into a classic Metroidvania-style platform adventure, drawing heavy inspiration from the beloved SNES and 8-bit eras. This modern take on exploration-focused platformers emphasizes backtracking, hidden chambers, and the thrill of discovery. Players step into the shoes of a freelance archaeologist tasked with unraveling a mystery within a hidden Egyptian pyramid.

Highlights

This title is a Metroidvania-style platform adventure, reminiscent of classic 8-bit and SNES games.
It features deep exploration with numerous hidden chambers, artifacts to collect, and items to combine.
Developed and published by Donut Games, it was released on April 16, 2015.

Who It's For

Fans of classic platformers, Metroidvania enthusiasts, and players who enjoy exploration-heavy games with a retro aesthetic will find much to love in Traps N' Gemstones. Its casual accessibility also makes it suitable for a broader audience looking for an engaging adventure.

Game Info

Traps N' Gemstones offers a compelling narrative where precious relics have gone missing from a guarded pyramid. As an expert archaeologist, you are called to Egypt to investigate. The journey begins at the pyramid's entrance, setting the stage for a quest filled with puzzles, combat, and discovery. The game supports multiplayer and Steam Cloud saves, with full controller support.