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Travel Egypt’s linked worlds as Sphinx and a cursed mummy, fighting, platforming, solving traps, and recovering stolen crowns.
Released 10 Nov 2017
Fight as Sphinx
Puzzle as Mummy
Turn Traps Into Tools
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
Developed by Eurocom, THQ Nordic · Published by THQ Nordic









In a fantasy inspired by ancient Egypt, Sphinx journeys through worlds linked by magical portals to recover Egypt’s stolen crowns and stop Set. The cursed mummy, Sphinx’s reluctant ally, helps where stealth and unusual tactics are needed.
As Sphinx, players explore, leap across hazards, battle mythical creatures, and solve environmental puzzles. He can capture beetles that store enemy abilities, and gains skills and equipment as the adventure progresses.
The mummy’s sections focus on puzzles, stealth, and sabotage rather than combat. Because he is already dead, players can use traps such as fire and crushing hazards to solve problems and reach places Sphinx cannot.
Players often describe returning to the game as a nostalgic experience, while also enjoying the distinct roles of Sphinx and the mummy, the puzzles, and the Egyptian-inspired world. Reviews praise the colorful art, memorable characters, and music; some also find the puzzles rewarding because the game leaves room for discovery. Criticism commonly focuses on dated or awkward controls and moments when the next step is unclear, with some players also finding the combat or opening slow.
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Achievements | 34 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 2 listed on Steam |
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