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Whether you're looking for a casual experience or something to sink your teeth into, Treasure Adventure World is an enjoyable experience that only gets better as you keep playing.
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"Treasure Adventure World" is an open-world puzzle-platformer with classic gameplay and hand-drawn graphics. Sail across islands, solve cycles-based puzzles, and battle bosses to uncover your past and secrets. The game offers multiple endings, New Game + mode, and hidden collectibles, providing at least 18 hours of single-player gameplay. Enjoy day/night and weather system changes that affect puzzles and gameplay.

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

83%
Audience ScoreBased on 195 reviews
story32 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • Treasure Adventure World features beautiful graphics and a charming art style that enhances the overall experience.
  • The game offers a vast, interconnected world filled with secrets, puzzles, and collectibles, providing a satisfying exploration experience.
  • The remastered soundtrack and engaging story elements contribute to a nostalgic yet fresh adventure that appeals to both new players and fans of the original.
  • The controls can feel floaty and imprecise, making platforming sections frustrating at times.
  • Progression can be hindered by unclear item gating, leading to unnecessary backtracking and confusion about where to go next.
  • The game has been reported to crash frequently, particularly on Windows 10, which can disrupt gameplay and lead to lost progress.
  • story89 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players finding it engaging and filled with interesting characters and world-building, while others feel it lacks depth and coherence, often describing it as "bare-bones" or "not worth mentioning." Many appreciate the cute and whimsical elements, as well as unexpected plot twists, but some criticize the pacing and linear progression that can detract from immersion. Overall, while the story has its moments and can be enjoyable, it may not be the primary draw for players who are more focused on gameplay and exploration.

    • “But it also has fascinating world-building, interesting characters, and a story that had me riveted.”
    • “The story is one of the best parts of Treasure Adventure World.”
    • “The adventure aspect is very satisfying, the art style is excellently polished, the story is exciting and touching, and the music acts as a perfect support for all these qualities.”
    • “The story isn't anything special, but who plays these sort of games for the story?”
    • “The story itself is bare-bones but some decent (if simple) worldbuilding makes up for it.”
    • “So far it has an uninteresting story though and pretty boring quests and characters so I really don't find myself wanting to keep playing.”
  • music77 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its charm and quality, with many reviewers highlighting the catchy soundtrack and the effective use of various musical genres that enhance the gameplay experience. While some tracks may not be particularly memorable, standout pieces, especially the ending theme and boss fight music, have left a lasting impression on players. Overall, the remastered soundtrack and improved sound design contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere and enjoyment.

    • “The music is charming, the battle system works, and the game in general is fun to play!”
    • “Incredibly fun gameplay, charming dialogue and characters, creative mechanics and world, and a soundtrack that absolutely slaps.”
    • “The adventure aspect is very satisfying, the art style is excellently polished, the story is exciting and touching, and the music acts as a perfect support for all these qualities.”
    • “The soundtrack is fine; I feel like I have heard some of the songs elsewhere, but the best song is from the last island, which is relaxing.”
    • “The sound has nothing particularly bad about the soundtrack in this game, but nothing stands out as all that amazing either, with the exception of the final boss's song, so it's just a happy medium that accomplishes what it needs to.”
    • “Music was hit and miss for me, but it did match the tone of the game.”
  • graphics62 mentions

    The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the updated hand-drawn art style and vibrant visuals that enhance the overall experience. While some players appreciate the aesthetic improvements and dynamic elements like day/night cycles, others feel that the graphics lack detail and can appear bland at times. Overall, the visuals are generally considered beautiful and a significant upgrade from the original, though some minor graphical bugs and inconsistencies have been noted.

    • “The graphics in this game are phenomenal.”
    • “I often found that I was excited to visit the next area not only for the new gameplay and music, but also to witness the next set of beautiful graphics.”
    • “The updated graphics, animation, and music are very well done, as are the controls.”
    • “The graphics themselves are fine but lack a certain level of detail and color, making the world visually feel bland.”
    • “There is just absolutely no sense of life or passion to the world and everything in it, which combined with the bad controls and cheap looking visuals leaves little reason to spend time experiencing it.”
    • “I was hoping for something that in reality, is nothing more than a neat feature, a toggle between the old and newer graphics.”
  • gameplay60 mentions

    The gameplay is a blend of classic metroidvania mechanics with a focus on exploration, puzzles, and combat, though some players find the controls clunky and the jumping mechanics lacking. While the game features unique elements like sailing and varied environments that keep the experience fresh, it can become tedious without clear direction. Overall, the gameplay is enjoyable and engaging, with a charming aesthetic and a good balance of challenge and exploration.

    • “Incredibly fun gameplay, charming dialogue and characters, creative mechanics and world, and a soundtrack that absolutely slaps.”
    • “Treasure Adventure World is a great metroidvania-style platform game, with fantastic hand-drawn cartoonish graphics, excellent (though sometimes hard) gameplay, and great longevity.”
    • “The gameplay is also great, with plenty of places to explore, monsters to defeat, and puzzles to solve.”
    • “Overall, I'd say this: this game feels old, mechanics-wise.”
    • “I played the original, and though this game is the same just with better graphics and some small additions, for the most part don't even expect mechanical improvements; controls are still clunky.”
    • “Didn't care for this game's jumping mechanics immediately but tried to give it a shot, hoping that future movement upgrades/tools would remedy the lackluster platforming; got to the first boss before surrendering and refunding.”
  • optimization16 mentions

    The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing severe performance issues such as stuttering and low frame rates, particularly on Windows 10. While some users report smooth gameplay, the prevalence of complaints about lag and control responsiveness suggests significant optimization challenges that hinder the overall experience for a substantial portion of the player base. Additionally, the presence of optimization tips in the initial loading screen indicates awareness of these issues by the developers.

    • “I absolutely cannot understand the negative reviews, since I had no remarkable performance issues.”
    • “The initial loading screen, in fact, has a link to a website giving you suggestions on improving performance.”
    • “Make sure to check out the optimization tips linked on the launcher.”
    • “The performance issues are so extreme that I simply cannot continue playing.”
    • “The game is near-unplayable for me due to severe performance issues on Windows 10.”
    • “The intro screen, inventory, and map screens feel like single digit frame rate and the game feels sluggish even during normal gameplay, to the point that I find myself battling the game's performance more than the enemies, needing to overcompensate for jumps and swinging my hook early to strike enemies.”
  • grinding7 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be minimal, with some noting that while early exploration can feel tedious due to backtracking and automatic climbing mechanics, it becomes less of an issue once certain items are acquired. However, the exploration can still become monotonous over time, especially if players are unsure of their objectives, leading to frustration rather than challenge. Overall, the game balances its cute aesthetic and dynamic environments with moments of tedium that may detract from the experience.

    • “It took me 19.5 hours to 100%, but there was no grinding or excessive backtracking involved.”
    • “The early game is a bit tedious with backtracking until you get quick travel.”
    • “Some items can be quite difficult to obtain as it's somewhat tedious to explore every nook and cranny.”
    • “As fun as exploring might be in the beginning, it can certainly become tedious after a few hours, particularly if you are unsure of where to go next.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky dialogues and absurd scenarios, such as the amusing treasure hunting mechanics and the wacky themes found in areas like mushroom land. Players appreciate the blend of humor with engaging gameplay elements, making for a lighthearted experience that elicits genuine laughter. Overall, the game successfully combines comedy with its intricate world design and unique challenges.

    • “So yeah, funny treasure hunting simulator.”
    • “Numerous times where I just couldn't handle how the game puts in a few themes and I just sat there dying laughing for several seconds (mushroom land was wack).”
    • “If you like unique and interesting bosses, constant puzzles, intricate worlds brimming with secrets and other content, interesting enemy design, smooth platforming, open and non-linear world design, and an underlying aesthetic talent with a good-humored comedic touch, then go no further than Taw.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it engaging with a unique world and a thought-provoking story that encourages multiple playthroughs, others note minimal replay value outside of achieving 100% completion. However, the inclusion of a New Game+ mode adds extra incentive for players seeking to revisit the game with their previous gear. Overall, it offers a blend of replayable elements and limited incentives for repeated play.

    • “Fun, replayable, engaging metroidvania format, unique world, good soundtrack and sound effects.”
    • “It has an engaging and thought-provoking story and has a lot of replayability.”
    • “Minimal replay value.”
    • “Upon completion, there is a New Game+ for extra replayability if you still want more, which gives you back all of your gear from the previous game once you complete the tutorial stages, minus the collectibles needed to clear the game to allow sequence breaks.”
  • atmosphere5 mentions

    Overall, the atmosphere of the game is praised for its engaging exploration, charming art style, and effective music, which collectively enhance the experience. While some feel it may lack the depth of its predecessors, it still delivers a fun and immersive adventure with a good balance of challenge and humor.

    • “I love the exploration aspect, the music, and the atmosphere.”
    • “The dialogue is nice with a few laughs to be had, the art is nice to look at and fits this type of game, and the music enhances the atmosphere and is great enough to listen to on its own.”
    • “Even though I think it lost some atmosphere (it's a remake of the treasure adventure game), it still is fun to play and explore.”
    • “What began as a 'fun little indie pixel art game' turned into a pretty damned long adventure, with atmosphere and challenge in spades.”
  • emotional3 mentions

    The game evokes a wholesome and touching experience, reminiscent of "Spiritfarer," though it lacks the same level of emotional tension. Players appreciate the polished art style, satisfying adventure, and supportive music, contributing to an overall engaging narrative.

    • “The adventure aspect is very satisfying, the art style is excellently polished, the story is exciting and touching, and the music acts as a perfect support for all these qualities.”
    • “Very wholesome game; I would buy it at full price again.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game's stability is generally criticized, with users reporting significant hitbox issues and glitches when interacting with the game window. While some non-game-breaking bugs are noted, the overall impression leans towards a buggy experience.

    • “Stability: some non-game breaking bugs.”
    • “Stability: stable.”
    • “I couldn't hit the boss because the hitboxes were out of reach (clearly in a buggy way, as an entire part of the boss was cut from the screen).”
    • “[stability:] ☐ buggy mess - ☑ some non-game breaking bugs - ☐ almost perfect - ☐ stable”
    • “The game glitches if I click outside of the window.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    Users indicate that the game requires advertisements for monetization, suggesting a reliance on ad revenue to support its financial model.

    • “The game feels like it's constantly pushing for more ads.”
    • “It seems like every feature is locked behind a paywall.”
    • “I can't enjoy the game without being bombarded by monetization tactics.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the character designs and find the story engaging, indicating a positive reception of character development in the game.

    • “I love the character designs and the story so far.”
    • “The character development is incredibly deep, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
    • “I appreciate how the characters evolve throughout the game, with their backstories and motivations being revealed gradually.”
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Play time

17hMedian play time
13hAverage play time
6-20hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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