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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
27 Reviews

Traumatarium Penitent

$39.99 USD
$39.99 USD
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A roguelike dungeon crawler with permadeath and permanent upgrades. Each run is short, sharp, and brutal.

ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10 and older)

Content Descriptors: Mild Fantasy Violence, Suggestive Themes

Inspired by classic dungeon crawlers, play as a Penitent knight sent to quell an insurrection. Manage resources, survive tough dungeons, and face the growing threat of the Ebon Legion in this dark fantasy adventure.

  • Three themed dungeons
  • Manage vitality and health carefully
  • Stunning pixel graphics pushing hardware limits
  • Password system for classic portable gaming feel
  • Battery-less saving
  • Premium Cartridge
  • Instruction Manual
  • Chromatic Charm featuring game-specific character
  • Genre: Dungeon Crawler
  • Platform: Chromatic
  • Developer: Eligos Games
  • Players: Single player
  • Play Time: 3+ Hours
  • Replayability: Medium
  • Supported Languages: English
  • Compatible With: Chromatic, Game Boy®, Game Boy Color®
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About the Developer

Bio

Name / Studio Name

Eligos Games

Location

New York City

How It Started

My interest started during the COVID lockdown – just looking for something creative to fill the time. I discovered GB Studio and became obsessed with pushing its limitations. The more I explored what it could do, the more seriously I took game development.

Other Games / Projects

I began with a few horror titles like Neighbor and Bitterroot. After that, I started developing the Traumatarium series. The next chapters – Obelisk and Catacombs of Tracia – are currently in the works.

Fun Fact

I usually approach development from a graphic design perspective first. I’m drawn to the world-building and visuals of the Game Boy – it’s always the foundation I build from. The aesthetic drives everything else.

The Idea

Why I Made This Game

I’ve always loved dungeon crawlers, and it felt like a genre that hadn’t really been explored deeply on the Game Boy. So I decided to slowly build on it, layer by layer, with each new iteration.

What Makes This Game Special

Honestly, it started as something just for me – something I wanted to play myself. Seeing people connect with it has been incredibly humbling. That personal origin makes it all the more meaningful.

You'll Love This If...

You love exploring eerie worlds, figuring out punishing mechanics, and soaking in detailed pixel art.

Inspiration / Influences

Too many to name! But a few big ones: Mörk Borg, Warhammer Quest (1995), and classic adventure comics. I’ve tried to mash up all the nerdy things I loved growing up into this world.

Favorite Feature

It’s all about the moments of discovery – when you reach a new area and get to take in the world I’ve built. I especially love working on the background details that help bring those places to life.

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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 27 reviews
27 reviews
  • Daniel M.
    Verified Buyer
    16 hours ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Retro crawler

    If you a classic dungeon crawler this is your game

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  • Peng Z.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Traumatarium Penitent: A Stellar Dungeon Crawler for Retro Fans

    Traumatarium Penitent: A Stellar Dungeon Crawler for Retro Fans

    Traumatarium Penitent shines as a top-tier roguelike dungeon crawler, earning its 4.7/5 star rating with flying colors. As a Penitent knight quelling an insurrection, every short, sharp run feels intense—permadeath adds stakes, while permanent upgrades keep progress rewarding, balancing brutality with hope.

    The game’s strengths glow: three themed dungeons brim with challenge, forcing careful management of vitality and health. Its pixel graphics are stunning, pushing hardware limits to craft a dark, immersive fantasy world. Nostalgia hits hard too— the password system and battery-less saving nail that classic portable gaming feel, a nice nod to Game Boy roots.

    Developed by Eligos Games with a graphic design-driven vision, the attention to background details makes each discovery feel special. For fans who love eerie exploration, punishing mechanics, and retro aesthetics, this $39.99 premium package (including a cartridge, manual, and charm) is a steal. It’s a love letter to dungeon crawlers—polished, engaging, and utterly addictive.

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  • Dana M.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Tomb raider?

    Retro Skully game. lol

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  • Christopher G.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Awesome game

    Graphics are very impressive. Having a blast playing it. Well I've died a lot but still fun lol.

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  • Igor B.
    Verified Buyer
    2 weeks ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great modern Dungeon crawler

    Great graphics and atmosphere. Looks amazing on Chromatic

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