Tombs & Treasure Overview
Tombs & Treasure is an NES adaptation of a prior computer title, offering a more elaborate narrative and altered gameplay. The plot centers on an archaeologist's disappearance during a search for a Mayan artifact called the Sun Key at Chichen Itza. The player joins the expedition alongside the professor's daughter and a guide named Jose, each possessing unique skills required to overcome specific obstacles.
Gameplay integrates puzzle-solving with occasional turn-based combat against demons. Success in these encounters is tied to an experience system, making progression challenging if combat is attempted without prior exploration and puzzle completion. The companion characters' specialized abilities, such as handling heavy objects or musical talent, directly influence puzzle solutions and have led to modifications in the game's environments and challenges compared to the original version.
