Treasure Chest

In First Samurai and the 16-bit adaptation of Aladdin, these containers are strategically placed to reward players who explore hidden alcoves or master difficult jumping sequences, often requiring a sword slash or a direct physical strike to break open. The transition of this mechanic into early 3D is highlighted in Floating Runner Quest for the 7 Crystals, where chests are positioned in three-dimensional space, serving as visual landmarks that guide players through the game's polygonal worlds.

Within the fighting game genre, specifically the Samurai Shodown series, the item delivery system introduces a layer of unpredictability. A referee or a running delivery man drops these containers directly into the combat arena, forcing both players to quickly decide whether to break them for a tactical advantage or use them as bait to trap an opponent. For the puzzle-focused gameplay of Lost Vikings 2 (also released as Norse by Norsewest The Return of The Lost Vikings), chests are integrated into environmental puzzles, requiring the cooperative use of the three protagonists' unique skills to reach and unlock them. In the handheld titles Looney Tunes and Looney Tunes Collector: Martian Alert, the chests function as crucial progression gates, often requiring specific character abilities to access.