Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is an exciting puzzle game that follows Captain Toad as he searches for treasure and completes objectives in various levels. This adventure takes Captain Toad through many different worlds, where he must collect diamonds, coins, and stars to progress.
Each level is presented as a page in a storybook, with specific goals to complete. The player must navigate through mazes, platforms, and tunnels, using tools like turnips and a pickax to overcome obstacles. The main objective is to reach the golden star at the end of each level, but there are also special challenges to complete, such as collecting a golden mushroom or avoiding enemies.
As Captain Toad navigates through the levels, he can use the WiiU GamePad in different ways to help him move around. By tilting the device or using the touch screen, the player can change the view, rotate platforms, and more. However, if Captain Toad gets hurt, he will shrink down and need to use a mushroom to regain his normal size.
The game also features fun and challenging bonus levels, including ones based on Super Mario 3D World and Super Mario Odyssey. Some levels even feature mine carts that the player must shoot at coins and other objects as they move towards the golden star.
Additionally, in some versions of the game, players can unlock special levels using certain Amiibo figures. These levels provide an extra challenge, but also offer a helping hand with an invincibility mushroom.