Treasures of the Aegean (2021)

Developer: Undercoders
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 112 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced historical treasure hunt through a beautifully illustrated open world, where you solve puzzles and gather clues across repeated loops.

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What players say

Players describe this as a 2D parkour platformer with a time loop mechanic, not a true metroidvania as there are no ability gates. They praise the fluid movement and exploration but are split on the time limit, with some finding it annoying. Some report messy controls and a lack of direction.

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