Very nice mash-up of BoulderDash and a traditional roguelike, and based on that alone it would be just my bread and butter. There's some room for improvements, but still a worthwhile game to try out.
Gem Worlds
- Release Date:
- Jan 16, 2023
- Developer:
- Deen Games
- Publisher:
- Deen Games
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac Linux
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About the Game
Gem Worlds is a short roguelike-puzzle hybrid, inspired by classics such as Boulder Dash and Supaplex, with a mixture of dungeon-crawling roguelike elements.- Explore 50 uniquely-generated levels across 5 unique worlds
- Collect gems, dodge boulders, escape to survive
- Fight monsters (or avoid them) using melee or a variety of skills
- Unlock and upgrade more than 10 diverse skills as the game progresses
- Exploit biome-specific obstacles including mines, icicles, cactii, and more
- 3+ hours of play time
Exploit obstacles to your advantage.
Use more than 10 skills to survive.
Collect gems, but watch out for boulders.
Learn a new skill or upgrade an existing one every two levels. Customize your character to suit your play-style. Die, and try again with a different combination of skills.
Accessibility
Accessibility matters! Gem Worlds contains several accessibility features, including:- A free, up-to-date playable demo
- Large, readable font
- Entirely turn-based, with no quick-time events
- Invincibility mode (toggle on and off at any time)
- A select few skills that make the game much easier
- And more!
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User Reviews
Excellent rogue like with a good balance of difficulty and fun. The art style is very well done and feels innovative. The strongest part of the game however is the developer's attention to the community. Highly recommend supporting his games solely for his constant improvement of game design and art style. Great job night blade and look forward to your next release.
Easy game to pick up (+ short tutorial). A variety of skills and tile mechanics that can be combined with some clever moves. Somehow I usually end up crushed under rocks or burned by my own fireball instead though.
Really good puzzle-roguelike, just like it says on the tin. Includes things such as: [list] [*]Samosa [*]Difficulty right at the sweetspot between "too easy" and "too hard" [*]Samosa [*]Panic teleport button [*]Ajwa dates [*]Many different enemies, each requiring different tactics to deal with [*]Other, less panic-y teleport button [/list] *Some assembly required [strike] It's worth mentioning, however, that gamepad support could use some work. [/strike] Fixed in 1.2.1
Fun low stakes roguelite! Enjoyed the power and skill progression over the course of the game from feeling uncertain and hesitant early on to nicely capable for the later levels.
Clever Boulder Dash twist on roguelikes. Dodge falling boulders, mine your way towards shiny gems, but also attack enemies by bumping into them and throw around fireballs!
Fun puzzle game that makes you think tactically. Accessible but with lots of variety
If you like Boulder Dash and traditional Roguelikes, you will probably like this game. It is more forgiving than most Roguelikes, but it is also more like a puzzle. The price is very reasonable for the content. The developers seem to care about both their product and customers. I hope to see more from them in the future.
This games was a fun little game. I definitely recommend picking up this game and playing it for 3 big reasons: 1. It's short. The biggest reason why I don't play games now that I'm an adult suffering from chronic time deficiency is that *they're too damn long*. I've played games where 20 hours in I still haven't reached the middle (I loved that as a kid tbh), and I've also play games I really wish the devs had fleshed things out a little more, but Gem Worlds sits right in that happy satisfying length where I'm not fatigued by the presentation of a new challenge. 2. It's relaxing. It's a turn-based game so you have as much time as you need to think about your next move. I do like games that require reflexes and skill, but when I'm done playing a good game of Smash Bros I'm sweating and my hands are shaking. This game is not like that. There's an odd satisfaction to the sound effects plinking away as you walk towards a new part of the map. 3. It engages faith in a normalizing way. ...
Surprisingly complex game that appears simple at first. I am enjoying the full release much more than the demo. I like that you can be very careful and plan each move, or you can kind of wing it. When you play too loosely, expect to be punished a bit though. I also enjoy that you can exploit the environment in your favor once you grasp how all the different pieces interact. It seems like a lot of thought was put into these different elements. If you ever played Boulderdash back in the day, you may also appreciate this "gem."
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 8.1
- Processor: Intel Core2 Duo 2.4GHz or equivalent
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5000 or better
- Storage: 100 MB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
FAQ
How much does Gem Worlds cost?
Gem Worlds costs $4.99.
What are the system requirements for Gem Worlds?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 8.1 Processor: Intel Core2 Duo 2.4GHz or equivalent Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 5000 or better Storage: 100 MB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
What platforms is Gem Worlds available on?
Gem Worlds is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.
Is Gem Worlds worth buying?
Gem Worlds has 100% positive reviews from 11 players.
When was Gem Worlds released?
Gem Worlds was released on Jan 16, 2023.
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