An ancient evil has been set loose, and Jonathan cursed in the process. Jonathan must now collect seven holy grails from around all of Egypt to cleanse himself of the curse of Sehur the First. Be delighted by the quirky humor, charming characters, and the beautifully designed world, in Pharaoh Rebirth+!
The player precisely navigates the environments by performing a variety of movements, including running, jumping, dashing, and a mid-air somersault. The controls feel "fluid" and "snappy", allowing for smooth platforming challenges.
The protagonist, Jonathan, can attack enemies in multiple directions using his "whip-like" ears. As the player progresses, they unlock new subweapons and abilities that expand Jonathan's moveset, such as the ability to double jump and grapple. Enemies and bosses have distinct attack patterns that the player must learn to overcome.
While the game is divided into discrete levels, each level is designed with extensive exploration in mind. Players revisit previous areas using newly acquired abilities to uncover hidden treasures, collectibles, and alternate paths. This creates a satisfying Metroidvania-style progression system within the more linear level structure.
The environments feature a mix of platforming challenges, enemy encounters, and environmental puzzles that test the player's skills. Levels also incorporate emergent gameplay, allowing the player to creatively use their abilities to overcome obstacles.
The game caters to players of various skill levels, with multiple difficulty options. While it can be quite challenging at times, especially with certain set-piece segments, the responsive controls and ability to experiment with different playstyles help make the experience accessible. The game's checkpoint system also helps mitigate frustration.