Once a thriving kingdom, Q'markaj has been consumed by darkness. The five powerful mortals, including the King, have fallen under its influence, leaving the inhabitants in an unknown fate. Tepeu, a young thief, seeks to restore balance to the land by freeing the mythical Majin.
Majin and The Forsaken Kingdom is a puzzle adventure game with action elements. The vast kingdom of Q'markaj features various enemies, each requiring different strategies to defeat. Players control Tepeu directly and can issue orders to the Majin to interact with the environment or engage in combat. As players progress, they'll discover new powers by collecting fruit, which will unlock unique abilities for the Majin. The ultimate goal is to reach the King's castle, but it's protected by four seals. Each seal represents a boss that must be defeated to break the seal and unlock new paths. Later in the game, Tepeu and Majin will access transportation rooms, allowing them to traverse the kingdom quickly and efficiently.
The player's choices are often presented, but sometimes signs and animal hints provide additional guidance or clues to aid in decision-making.