Treasure Hunter Simulator

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Treasure Hunter Simulator is a first-person exploration game that allows players to search for buried treasure around the world. Utilize metal detectors, ground scanners, and other tools to discover hidden treasures, while learning about different cultures and history. Sell your findings to upgrade your equipment and uncover more valuable artifacts.

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Play Modes

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

+19

55%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,354 reviews

graphics94 positive mentions

story28 negative mentions

The game offers a relaxing experience with beautiful environments and calming music.
Players can learn historical facts about the items they find, adding an educational aspect to the gameplay.
The game is simple and easy to pick up, making it accessible for casual gamers.

The gameplay becomes repetitive quickly, with a high percentage of finds being worthless junk.
There are numerous bugs and crashes, which can disrupt the gaming experience.
The game lacks depth and variety in its missions and items, leading to a lack of engagement over time.

story
348 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
85%
8%
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and unengaging, with many players noting that it feels like a series of repetitive tasks rather than a cohesive narrative. While there are missions tied to a loose storyline involving treasure hunting for an inheritance, the gameplay quickly becomes monotonous, with players often feeling compelled to rush through quests just to see the next area. Overall, the lack of a compelling plot and the tedious nature of the missions detract significantly from the experience, leaving many feeling disappointed by the story's execution and conclusion.
- “The simulator is the story of how you, a mute man with some wealth and way too much free time, is sent on a treasure hunt in order to claim the inheritance from your uncle, one Sir Richard.”
- “Not one to be undone, Tricky Dicky cursed you from beyond the grave, to wander the world in a quest for pull rings, scythe blades, carabiners, and old buttons.”
- “The story line in itself is semi interesting in my personal opinion.”
- “There is little story too.”
- “Unfortunately, the 'story' of this game is just a series of meaningless tasks that you have to complete according to your late uncle's last will.”
- “There is no feedback in the story after completion of the last 'job' - this was a real let down tbh as I expected the story to resolve or it to be left open for sequels or DLC.”
gameplay
222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
66%
21%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a repetitive and slow loop primarily involving walking around with a metal detector, which many players find tedious and lacking in variety. While the graphics and ambiance are praised, the core mechanics do not evolve significantly, leading to a lack of incentive for replayability. Overall, it serves as a relaxing experience for those seeking a chill game, but it may disappoint players looking for depth and engaging gameplay.
- “The gameplay is very chill, and I could tell that whoever made this game had a vision of walking around beautiful landscapes (with great graphics too!) and digging up treasures - I believe that the real selling point of the game is the landscapes rather than the gameplay, though.”
- “It's a very simple gameplay loop that can be completed at your own pace, so you can take as much time as you want to explore the beautiful locations.”
- “The visuals are incredibly beautiful and detailed, and the gameplay is also very interesting.”
- “The gameplay is very boring and repetitive.”
- “The core gameplay loop is tedious, the progression is confusing, using the detector itself is a bit unwieldy, the music gets repetitive, and the game in general is in need of polishing.”
- “Honestly, the game's gameplay loop gets boring very fast with you running around a map until you hear a beep from your metal detector, then going into a special metal detecting mode to look for the item until you properly find it.”
graphics
222 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
50%
8%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the beautiful landscapes and decent visuals, while others criticize the overall quality as unimpressive and plagued by graphical glitches. Many users note that while the game has moments of stunning scenery, it suffers from performance issues and a lack of optimization, leading to a less immersive experience. Overall, the graphics are described as adequate but not groundbreaking, with a need for improvements in both quality and performance.
- “The graphics are stunning, the music is rather nice for such beautiful scenery, and you get to dig for treasure and complete treasure hunter jobs.”
- “A friend of mine gifted this masterpiece of a game to me not too long ago and upon opening the game I was brought to tears by the stunning graphics and realistic gameplay.”
- “The visuals are incredibly beautiful and detailed, and the gameplay is also very interesting.”
- “Got a headache (almost an aneurysm) from the poor camera angle, ugly graphic interface, and invisible walls everywhere.”
- “The graphics are barely decent: the landscapes and lighting are great, but as soon as you get close to the details, it gets ugly as hell.”
- “The game has huge performance problems; my specs are a bit better than the recommended ones, and I still can't play at a solid 60 fps with low graphics.”
music
112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
40%
5%
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and serene qualities, with each location featuring unique tracks that enhance the atmosphere and complement the beautiful scenery. While some players find the music to be somewhat repetitive, it generally sets a calming mood that aligns well with the game's treasure-hunting theme. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point, contributing positively to the immersive experience, though some users suggest the addition of more ambient music could further enhance the gameplay.
- “The soundtrack for this game is just unrivaled.”
- “The music is nice, and fits the adventuring well.”
- “The music is really relaxing to listen to, and each location has its own tune which is great; I dislike when games only have a few tracks that repeat throughout the entirety of the game.”
- “The menu screen/home music is pretty jarring and doesn't really seem to fit the theme of the game.”
- “The core gameplay loop is tedious, the progression is confusing, using the detector itself is a bit unwieldy, the music gets repetitive, and the game in general is in need of polishing.”
- “Sound - 3/10 (some of the music and nature sounds are decent, but that damn detector...)”
grinding
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
97%
The grinding aspect of the game has been widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the lack of variety and the overwhelming amount of mundane tasks required to progress. While some appreciate the game's graphics and ambiance, the core gameplay loop is often described as boring and unnecessarily prolonged, leading to a disappointing experience overall. Players suggest that the game may only appeal to those who enjoy grinding in a relaxed setting, but many find it a chore rather than an enjoyable challenge.
- “The game itself is not very grindy to get new metal detectors because as long as you collect a lot of treasure while completing jobs, you can acquire the best one really quickly.”
- “Its lack of variety, unimpressive graphics, and tedious gameplay make it a truly disappointing experience.”
- “The core gameplay loop is tedious, the progression is confusing, using the detector itself is a bit unwieldy, the music gets repetitive, and the game in general is in need of polishing.”
- “With a few hours playing, however, Treasure Hunter Simulator’s flaws become a nuisance, evolving into a tedious grind in order to achieve the perfect game.”
stability
52 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly detract from the overall experience. Many players report issues with animations, objectives, and graphical fidelity, leading to frustration and, in some cases, uninstallation. While some users have experienced minimal bugs, the consensus is that the game lacks polish and stability, making it difficult to recommend, especially at full price.
- “My gameplay has been virtually bug-free.”
- “The game is repetitive and offers little incentive to play, and on top of this, it is buggy as hell in the later areas, making it unplayable.”
- “Even if that's what you're into, this game has a lot of bugs and glitches, which can affect your collection display, which is unforgivable in a collection game that doesn't have anything else to offer.”
- “Crashes and glitches are frequent and annoying, even though they rarely impact the game state.”
optimization
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
64%
24%
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant performance issues, including unstable framerates and poor optimization even on higher-end systems. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay and commend the graphics, others highlight the game's unpolished state, citing numerous bugs and graphical inconsistencies. Overall, there is a consensus that the game requires further optimization and patching to enhance performance and stability.
- “The graphics in Treasure Hunter Simulator are gorgeous and can be run smoothly on lower-end machines as well.”
- “Game well done, I don't have 100's of hours but the time I have played the game ran like a gem, no issue with lag and the game seems greatly optimized.”
- “Even the optimization was improved with the patch (did I say thank you for the patch enough? :-) )”
- “The game has huge performance problems; my specs are a bit better than the recommended ones, and I still can't play at a solid 60 fps with low graphics.”
- “Also, many typos, poor grammar, mismatched historical facts, wrong historical facts, seams-to-infinity in the world, floating assets, and just overall poor optimization make this unreal game play worse than some of the Unity games out there.”
- “Boring and unoptimized; got it for nearly free and still disappointed.”
atmosphere
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
56%
27%
17%
The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its beautiful scenery, pleasant music, and gentle ambiance, creating a relaxing experience for players. The incorporation of natural sounds, such as birds chirping and flowing water, enhances the immersive quality, making it ideal for those who enjoy exploration without action or puzzles. Overall, the game offers a soothing environment that appeals to fans of calm, atmospheric experiences.
- “The scenery is beautiful, the music is pleasant, and the atmosphere is gentle.”
- “There’s also great ambience that makes levels feel really atmospheric, like hearing birds chirping.”
- “If you can get this game at a high discount, and are looking for a relaxing game that has no action, no puzzles, and repetitive minimal gameplay, but a soothing atmosphere and decent graphics, then perhaps give it a shot.”
- “Each piece adds to the overall nuance and atmosphere of the land it came from, giving just a little bit of depth through a seemingly simple item's old scars and damage.”
- “Treasure Hunter Simulator from developer Drago Entertainment is an atypical walking simulator, exploration game with a calm, soothing atmosphere.”
replayability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
36%
57%
Overall, the game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting that once the main content is completed, there is little incentive to return. Despite being enjoyable for a few hours, players suggest waiting for a sale due to its short length and minimal replay value. Ratings for replayability are consistently low, often cited as 1/10.
- “The length of Treasure Hunter is certainly good, taking me 15 hours to beat.”
- “Replay value - 1/10 (after an hour, you'll have done all that you truly desire and you're nowhere near the end of the game. Unless you're a masochist, the replay value is null and void.)”
- “I highly recommend this game, it might be a bit overpriced for what you get since after completing all the jobs it has no replayability, but while doing the jobs it's amazing.”
- “There's absolutely no replay value, but it's amusing for a few hours.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent, with some players finding it amusing in a quirky way, while others view it as poorly executed. The presence of unfinished story elements and absurd achievements adds a layer of irony that some players appreciate, though the overall comedic effect seems to miss the mark for many.
- “The shadow of your character is hilarious.”
- “I'm an idiot (or a genius - who knows with such fine line) who is good at funny lyrics, dad jokes, and bad puns, but thank you if you've reached the end and are currently reading this.”
- “Truth be told, it's funny that there even is an achievement that requires you to finish the story - the story itself is unfinished, the game has no ending.”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers express concern that the game's monetization strategy feels exploitative, with developers prioritizing a sequel over meaningful updates to the current game. Additionally, there is a saturation of ads for similar simulator games, leading to a perception that the genre may become repetitive and overly commercialized.
- “The developers are treating this as a cash grab, as instead of updating this game, they are already working on a sequel.”
- “Recently, I have seen a lot of ads for various simulator-like games.”
- “The genre itself may get boring after a while - manage your life as a bum, be the police officer on duty to chase bad guys, repair parts of ships in harbors, fix technical issues in a fun park specifically related to roller coasters, etc. The list is endless, and many of these are ads for upcoming games.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, feeling immersed in the role of a treasure hunter or archaeologist. The delayed loading of objects like fences and walls enhances the sense of discovery and adventure, contributing to a deeper emotional experience.
- “This game made me feel like a true treasure hunter, an archaeologist!”

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12h Median play time

11h Average play time

9-13h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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