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Gem Worlds

Gem World is a short roguelike/puzzle hybrid. Explore 50 levels in 5 unique worlds. Dodge boulders, collect gems, fight (or avoid) monsters. Unlock and upgrade more than 10 diverse skills. Exploit obstacles like mines, icicles, cactii, and more. Turn-based and easy to play.

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Developer
Deen Games
Publisher
Deen Games
Release
January 16, 2023
3 years and 198 days ago
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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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