100
Known for its short and sweet bite-sized gems, Donut Games has reinvented itself. This perfect blend of Metroidvania exploration and Indiana Jones like action makes for the ultimate long black: perhaps we’ve seen the last of Donut’s expressos. [Episode 7, September 2014]
90
Traps n’ Gemstones is a fun and compelling metroidvania kind of game, suited for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
100
Traps n’ Gemstones is more than just another great release from Donut Games — it’s essential gaming for fans of classic back-tracking platformers. I
6
Another stereotypical Indian Jones-like game. "Oh boy, it's totally not like Spelunky or La-mulana. C'mon, show some variety people, the indie scene is weak these days.
Traps n' Gemstones
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Released On:
Jul 23, 2014
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Universal Acclaim
93
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7.3
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Sep 1, 2014
100
Known for its short and sweet bite-sized gems, Donut Games has reinvented itself. This perfect blend of Metroidvania exploration and Indiana Jones like action makes for the ultimate long black: perhaps we’ve seen the last of Donut’s expressos. [Episode 7, September 2014]
Jul 30, 2014
100
Traps n’ Gemstones is more than just another great release from Donut Games — it’s essential gaming for fans of classic back-tracking platformers. I
Jul 28, 2014
100
Traps n' Gemstones could probably benefit from a little more flash and razzle-dazzle, and a few bosses wouldn't hurt, but I'm not going to gripe too much when what's here is as good as it is.
Aug 19, 2014
90
Traps n’ Gemstones is a fun and compelling metroidvania kind of game, suited for both newcomers and veterans of the genre.
Jul 29, 2014
90
An ambitious yet inviting freeform platform-adventure that strikes the perfect balance between depth and accessibility.
Jul 28, 2014
80
Fight mummies, dig tunnels, and ride a runaway minecart to discover ancient secrets in this throwback exploration game.
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Sep 14, 2014
6
Another stereotypical Indian Jones-like game. "Oh boy, it's totally not like Spelunky or La-mulana. C'mon, show some variety people, the indie scene is weak these days.
SummaryPrecious relics have suddenly started to disappear from a well-hid pyramid that has been guarded by Bedouins for generations, who claim to have spotted an unknown perpetrator. As a freelance archaeologist and expert on ancient explorations, you've been secretly called in to Egypt to help them solve the mystery.
