Traumatarium Penitent

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Traumatarium Penitent

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.

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.

Compatible With

Play original N64® cartridges on any modern display with perfect accuracy.

Compatible With
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The best way to play Game Boy® and Game Boy Color® games.

  • Three themed dungeons
  • Manage vitality and health carefully
  • Stunning pixel graphics pushing hardware limits
  • Password system for classic portable gaming feel
  • Battery-less saving

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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.

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
Based on 159 reviews
159 reviews
  • Brandon J. R.
    Verified Buyer
    11 hours ago
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Rad throw back

    Worth dimming all the lights in the house for this one.

    And definitely play this one in one of the brown color palettes.

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  • vittorio d.
    Verified Buyer
    3 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great dark dungeon crawl

    Moody dark fantasy dungeon crawler where managing resources actually matters. It's tough but rewarding, and it feels perfect on a handheld.

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  • Clinton H.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    This is a challenge

    Really enjoyed this game and was not sure it would be up my alley but the music, atmosphere and gameplay made it hard to put down!

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  • Jesse D.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    Beautiful, but Rough

    I want to like this game, but I don't think I do. It's gorgeous and the soundtrack is great, but it's too cryptic for my taste, and having to start over from the beginning upon death is a big ask for a grow'd up with little time on his hands. There is a password system, but it's about as cryptic as the rest of the game. Someday I'll sit down with some grid paper and manually map my way through this flawed gem, but it's low on my priority list.

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  • Brian P.
    Verified Buyer
    1 week ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    A darker kind of Game Boy adventure

    The artwork and atmosphere really set this game apart. It's a dungeon crawler with a dark fantasy setting, resource management, and a more deliberate pace. I particularly appreciate how much detail has gone into the pixel art. A good choice for anyone looking for something different from the usual action games.

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