Underplayed Gems

Crystal Quest Classic (2016)

Crystal Quest Classic cover
Developer
Game Mechanics LLC
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Action, Strategy
Rating
4.3 of 5, 36 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 31 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A classic arcade-style romp where you frantically dodge enemies and mines while scooping up shiny crystals.

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What players say

Players say this is a spot-on 1980s Mac port but the developer abandoned it, leaving achievements broken and some bugs unfixed. Nearly all reviewers came for nostalgia, and while the gameplay holds up as a fast, difficult arcade challenge, many warn the brief trip is not worth the price.

Screenshots

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