The arrival of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on Switch 2 has put treasure maps, ancient ruins, and dramatic escapes back on the brain. That kind of pulpy adventure still has a special place in games, especially when it comes with a wink, a whip-crack pace, and a little danger around every corner.
Now another explorer is stepping into the light, only this one is much smaller and much more Game Boy Color. Fortune & Glory is a new indie platformer built in GBStudio, and its Kickstarter campaign has already cleared its funding goal after reaching the target on its first day.
The game wears its influences proudly. Its creator points to classic Saturday morning tie-in games such as Chip 'n Dale and DuckTales, while the name and treasure-hunting setup clearly nod toward big-screen adventure stories. For anyone who grew up with handheld pixels and cartoon capers, that mix is easy to understand.
Mice, Cats, And Old Ruins
In Fortune & Glory, players control one of the title's rodent heroes while exploring Gatopolis, also known as the City of Cats. The adventure sends them looking for a sacred object in the grand old tradition of mysterious relics and risky expeditions.
The setup leaves room for the good stuff: ancient places, booby traps, minecarts, and likely a few slithery surprises along the way. It sounds playful rather than grim, leaning into the fun side of archaeology fantasy instead of trying to turn a tiny handheld quest into something too heavy.
The project began as an entry for GB Compo '25, where Fortune & Glory placed second in the games category. It also received the highest art score from the judges, which is a strong sign for a game leaning so much on retro pixel charm.
What Has Changed Since The Jam Version
- The original game has been expanded significantly, growing to four times its earlier size.
- A second playable character has been added to the adventure.
- Detailed cutscenes now connect the journey with a story inspired by Disney classics, with some Indiana Jones and The Mummy from 1998 in the mix.
At the time of writing, the Kickstarter still has more than 20 days left. The campaign includes a physical copy option, along with several add-ons for players who want something extra for the shelf. For Game Boy Color fans, this looks like one to watch if pocket-sized treasure hunting still presses the nostalgia button.
