The Labyrinth of Greed

About

"The Labyrinth of Greed" is a 2D logic game where you play as a tomb raider, navigating dangerous dungeons filled with ancient guards and traps to collect treasures. With simple gameplay and beautiful graphics, your goal is to use your dexterity and cunning to avoid dangers and amass powerful treasures. The game features a classic collect-the-items gameplay and is accompanied by a fitting soundtrack.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews

music4 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

The game features beautiful pixel art graphics and an engaging 8-bit soundtrack that enhances the immersive experience.
Gameplay is fast-paced and addictive, reminiscent of classic arcade games, providing a satisfying challenge as players navigate dungeons and avoid traps.
The controls are precise and responsive, allowing for smooth maneuvering even at high speeds, making the game enjoyable on a variety of systems.

The game is relatively short, with only 20 levels that can be completed in a few hours, leading to concerns about replay value.
There are some minor annoyances, such as the music cycling between two tracks on death/victory and the lack of a pause or menu screen after these events.
While the gameplay is fun, some players miss the ability to engage with enemies rather than just avoiding them, suggesting a desire for more depth in combat mechanics.

music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
13%
38%
The music in the game, composed by Duadon, is praised for its atmospheric quality and nostalgic 8-bit style, reminiscent of classic Sega soundtracks. However, some players find the random cycling between two tracks upon death or victory disruptive to their immersion, suggesting that a song selection option would enhance the experience. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's engaging and mysterious atmosphere.
- “With beautiful graphics by Viroun, simple yet engaging gameplay, and atmospheric music by Duadon, the classic adventure challenges players to showcase their skills and collect treasures for unimaginable power.”
- “The graphics and music enveloped the game in an aura of mystery and adventure, completely immersing me in the game's atmosphere.”
- “What I love the most about these games is the 8-bit soundtrack.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's tone, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the graphics are impressive, the music is forgettable and doesn't enhance the gameplay.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
17%
33%
The graphics of the game are characterized by beautiful pixel art that evokes nostalgia for classic titles, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall adventure experience. Players appreciate the engaging visuals, which, combined with atmospheric music, contribute to a captivating and mysterious gameplay environment.
- “With beautiful graphics by Viroun, simple yet engaging gameplay, and atmospheric music by Duadon, the classic adventure challenges players to showcase their skills and collect treasures for unimaginable power.”
- “A funny indie game with pixel-art graphics.”
- “The graphics and music enveloped the game in an aura of mystery and adventure, completely immersing me in the game's atmosphere.”
- “Pixel graphics are reminiscent of old games.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The gameplay is characterized by its classic mechanics of item collection and danger avoidance, enhanced by beautiful graphics and atmospheric music. Players experience engaging and addictive challenges reminiscent of Pac-Man, though some may miss the ability to turn the tables on enemies. Overall, the combination of simple yet rewarding gameplay and charming audio-visual elements creates an enjoyable adventure.
- “With beautiful graphics by Viroun, simple yet engaging gameplay, and atmospheric music by Duadon, the classic adventure challenges players to showcase their skills and collect treasures for unimaginable power.”
- “Viroun's graphics, Duadon's music, and classic gameplay make this journey truly rewarding!”
- “The sounds in the game are funny and make the gameplay more enjoyable and addictive.”
- “Reminiscent of Pac-Man's mechanics but with breakneck speed, avoiding enemies while collecting all items in a stage, but lacking any ability to become the hunter, which I missed.”
- “Classic gameplay in which you have to collect items and avoid dangers.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its amusing sound effects and engaging gameplay, which enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the comedic elements of the pixel-art graphics and find the dungeon battles with enemies to be particularly entertaining.
- “The sounds in the game are funny and make the gameplay more enjoyable and addictive.”
- “A funny indie game with pixel-art graphics.”
- “It's funny to play in any dungeon and fight with enemies.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by stunning graphics and atmospheric music, creating an immersive experience filled with mystery and adventure. Players are drawn into the engaging gameplay, which complements the overall aesthetic and enhances the sense of exploration and treasure hunting.
- “With beautiful graphics by Viroun, simple yet engaging gameplay, and atmospheric music by Duadon, the classic adventure challenges players to showcase their skills and collect treasures for unimaginable power.”
- “The graphics and music enveloped the game in an aura of mystery and adventure, completely immersing me in the game's atmosphere.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story immerses players in the role of a tomb raider navigating a labyrinth filled with greed, as they embark on a quest for ancient treasures.
- “In the labyrinth of greed, you step into the boots of a tomb raider on a quest for ancient treasures.”
- “The narrative weaves a rich tapestry of intrigue and adventure, keeping you engaged from start to finish.”
- “Each character is meticulously crafted, adding depth and complexity to the unfolding story.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users generally feel that the game lacks significant replayability, with many expressing that there isn't much incentive to play it again after completing it.
- “I don't think there's much replay value.”