Treasure Adventure World

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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.

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Single-Player

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 391 reviews

story64 positive mentions

optimization6 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 is engaging and complements the gameplay, adding to the immersive atmosphere.

The controls can feel floaty and imprecise, making platforming sections frustrating at times.
The game suffers from occasional crashes and performance issues, particularly on Windows 10, which can disrupt gameplay.
Progression can feel gated and unclear, leading to unnecessary backtracking and confusion about where to go next.

story
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
61%
3%
The game's story has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging world-building, interesting characters, and unexpected plot twists, while others find it lacking depth and coherence. Many appreciate the cute and light-hearted narrative, though some criticize the pacing and linear progression, which can detract from immersion. Overall, while the story may not be the primary draw for all players, it offers enough charm and intrigue to complement the gameplay experience.
- “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 flow is a mess.”
- “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.”
- “The story itself is bare-bones, but some decent (if simple) worldbuilding makes up for it.”
music
154 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
51%
2%
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, the remastered and updated compositions, especially the ending theme and boss fight music, stand out as exceptional. Overall, the music complements the game's visuals and atmosphere, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of exploration and adventure.
- “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 not too much to say here; there's 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 accomplish.”
- “Music was hit and miss for me, but it did match the tone of the game.”
graphics
124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
58%
2%
The graphics in "Treasure Adventure World" have received mixed reviews, with many praising the updated hand-drawn art style and vibrant aesthetics, which are seen as a significant improvement over the original pixel art. While some players appreciate the beautiful visuals and dynamic elements like day/night cycles, others note issues such as graphical bugs and a lack of detail in certain areas, leading to a somewhat bland visual experience. Overall, the game's graphics are generally considered appealing, though opinions vary on their execution and impact on gameplay.
- “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.”
- “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 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 played the original, and though this game is the same game just with better graphics and some more small additions, for the most part don't even expect mechanical improvements; controls are still clunky.”
gameplay
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
60%
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The gameplay of the game 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 island environments, it can become tedious without clear direction. Overall, it offers a nostalgic experience with engaging mechanics and a charming aesthetic, despite some technical issues and a few gameplay bugs.
- “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 game just with better graphics and some more 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.”
optimization
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
68%
19%
The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback, with many players experiencing severe performance issues, including stuttering and low frame rates, particularly on Windows 10, making it nearly unplayable for some. However, a subset of users report smooth performance, suggesting that experiences may vary significantly based on individual setups. The presence of optimization tips linked in the initial loading screen indicates an 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 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.”
- “This game was provided to me by the developer, and I really wish I could provide a review about the gameplay, but unfortunately, it has huge optimization issues and I am unable to play it on Windows 10.”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
86%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be minimal, with no excessive backtracking required to achieve 100% completion. However, early gameplay can feel tedious due to backtracking and the automatic nature of certain actions, which may lead to frustration and confusion, especially when exploring for hard-to-find items. While the game's aesthetic and dynamic scenarios are appealing, the exploration can become monotonous after a few hours, particularly if players are unsure of their objectives.
- “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.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its quirky dialogues and absurd themes, particularly in whimsical settings like mushroom land, which elicit genuine laughter. Players appreciate the comedic touch woven into the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience of treasure hunting and exploration. The combination of unique bosses and intricate world design further complements the game's lighthearted tone.
- “Numerous times where I just couldn't handle how the game puts in a few themes and I just sit there dying laughing for several seconds (mushroom land was wack).”
- “- Dialogues are interesting and funny.”
- “So yeah, funny treasure hunting simulator.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed, with some players noting minimal replay value outside of achieving 100% completion, while others highlight the engaging metroidvania format and thought-provoking story as factors that enhance replayability. Additionally, the inclusion of a New Game+ mode allows players to revisit the game with their previous gear, offering further incentive for replay. Overall, while opinions vary, many find the game enjoyable enough to warrant multiple playthroughs.
- “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.”
- “Minimal replay value.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its engaging exploration, charming art style, and effective music that enhances the overall experience. While some feel it has lost a bit of its original charm as a remake, the gameplay and atmosphere remain strong, providing a lengthy and enjoyable adventure filled with humor and challenge. Overall, the combination of visual and auditory elements contributes significantly to the game's immersive quality.
- “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.”
emotional
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game evokes a wholesome emotional experience, reminiscent of "Spiritfarer," though it lacks the same level of emotional tension. Players appreciate the polished art style, engaging story, and supportive music, which together create a satisfying adventure. Overall, it is seen as a touching and enjoyable experience worth the investment.
- “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.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
67%
The game's stability is criticized for containing several non-game breaking bugs, including issues with hitboxes and glitches when interacting outside the game window. While these problems do not completely hinder gameplay, they contribute to an overall perception of instability.
- “The game is quite stable overall, with only some non-game breaking bugs.”
- “I appreciate the stability of the game; it runs smoothly with minimal issues.”
- “The stability is impressive, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
- “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).”
- “The game glitches if I click outside of the window.”
- “[b]stability:[/b] ☐ buggy mess - ☑ some non-game breaking bugs - ☐ almost perfect - ☐ stable”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users indicate that the game requires advertisements for monetization, suggesting a reliance on ad revenue to support its financial model.
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users appreciate the character designs and find the story engaging, indicating a positive reception towards character development in the game.
- “I love the character designs and story so far.”

65%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

Treasure Adventure World Review
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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17h Median play time

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