Overview

Rating:
4.70
(38)
Version:
1.04.1
Last updated: 2017-02-26
Ranking
#218,757 ▼ 6,421
Overall

Features & Capabilities

#1 BEST IPHONE GAME OF THE YEAR - Gamezebo, 2014:

"The touchscreen controls are as precise as the level design, and the level design is exemplary. This isn’t just a good example of how to do a platformer on mobile, this is a good example of how to do a platformer period.".


  • Promoted "Best New Game" by Apple
  • "Best iPhone Game of 2014" by Gamezebo
  • #1 Hot Game @ Touch Arcade
  • PocketGamer GOLD AWARD
  • Gamezebo (earlier review): "Hands down, this is one of the best games of 2014"
  • Touch Arcade: Rated 5 / 5
  • ArcadeLife: Rated 9.5 / 10

TRAPS N' GEMSTONES is an adventurous platform game, among gamers typically known as the "Metroidvania" genre, from Donut Games, the developer behind chart-toppers Traffic Rush, Sunday Lawn, the "Rat On A" series and many others.

THE PLOT

Precious 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.

Arriving at the pyramid's entrance empty handed, your journey starts off by searching some well-known chambers for items and weapons to help you on your quest. But as you get deeper into the pyramid, you begin to realize that this mystery will require more than just a whip, a sharp mind and a good amount of explosives to unravel.

GAME FEATURES

  • Easy to use D-PAD controls
  • Non-linear gameplay: Walk around and explore freely
  • Non-destructive gameplay: When failing, you don't restart from the beginning, but at the entrance of the current chamber
  • MAP OVERVIEW: Keep track of visited areas
  • INVENTORY OVERVIEW: Keep track of found weapons, items and relics
  • VARIETY IN GAMEPLAY: Run, roll, swim, slide, ride mine carts, etc
  • NO IN-APP PURCHASES: Buy the game, get everything

TECH FEATURES

  • Game Center support
  • Widescreen support
  • MFi Controller support
  • ION Arcade Controller support
  • Universal App (iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch)
  • Real-time sound spatialization: Hear the sound dynamically adapt to your surroundings, from large chambers to underwater swims

  • PocketGamer.co.uk: "Traps n' Gemstones has come out of nowhere and whipped us round the chops with its excellence"

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Donut Games
Rating:
4.70
(38)
Version:
1.04.1 Last updated: 2017-02-26
Version code:
841464132
Creation date:
2014-07-23
Compatible devices:
Size:
18.60MB
Price:
4.99
URLs:
Website
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-19
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Developed by:
Donut Games
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/traps-n-gemstones/id887421672
Website:
http://www.donutgames.com

User Reviews

Traps n' Gemstones is highly praised for its precise controls, expansive exploration, and retro Metroidvania vibe, with strong reception for mobile play and a possible sequel. Main criticisms focus on pricing (perceived as overpriced by some), short overall length, and sometimes underwhelming reward balance from gems and secrets.
Pros
  • Impeccable controls on mobile with responsive touch and strong external controller support.
  • Deep exploration: large map, many relics and secret areas, hours of engaging gameplay.
  • Retro 16-bit visuals and soundtrack delivering a classic Metroidvania feel.
  • High replay value with a desire for a sequel; gameplay feels value-packed and lasting.
Cons
  • Price/value concerns: many reviewers feel $5 is too high and would prefer a cheaper price.
  • Short length: game often finishes after only a few hours, leaving some players wanting more.
  • Some players feel certain rewards (gems/secret hunts) lack meaningful payoff or are too easy to discover.
Recent reviews
Loved it, would love to have second part.
by de*****, 2020-04-29

The game was fine, but it FOR SURE wasn’t worth $5. Getting the gems means nothing and the game can feel complete after getting all the relics in all the right places. If you’re a completionist like myself, finding the secret rooms and secret symbols was easily found through walkthroughs on the internet. The story fell flat for me and how easily you could die was frustrating. For $5, I wouldn’t recommend it. For free with ads, I’d recommend trying it out and then I would have possibly paid $2 if I really liked it. I’m a big fan of platformers with good stories, and would suggest FancyPants Adventures (who’s music is SO GOOD) or Cat Bird for better stories and harder challenges.
by Sn*****, 2020-04-28
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