In Trapt , Princess Allura takes on the role of a princess framed for murder and forced to flee her castle. She seeks refuge in a forbidden castle where she discovers she's been chosen by an evil being known as 'the Fiend' to wield its power. This power transforms her into a Trapmaster capable of summoning and activating traps at will.
The game follows Princess Allura's attempts to thwart the plans of her stepmother, Queen Catalina, in this medieval setting where most gameplay takes place in and around castle rooms. Gameplay consists of preparing for missions by accessing information on traps, items, enemies, and room layouts.
Trapt features real-time combat with a third-person perspective view of the character and surroundings. The player must rely on traps to survive since Princess Allura cannot fight personally. Traps can be activated manually using specific triggers, representing floor, ceiling, or wall traps. These traps can be linked together to create combos, earning money and allowing for future trap purchases.
Placing traps is crucial in this game, as the player must consider timing and positioning to effectively use their powers. Traps have recharge times, so the player must balance movement with trap placement, even when enemies are chasing them.