Finders Keepers (1985 video game)

Finders Keepers is a platform and adventure game developed and published by Mastertronic in 1985. It was originally released for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum and later ported to other platforms, including the Commodore 64, Amstrad CPC, and MSX.

The game features a wizard named Finders who must recover stolen magical artifacts, including the Philosopher's Stone, from the evil sorcerer Syrus. Players navigate Finders through a series of interconnected rooms, collecting items and solving puzzles. Many puzzles involve using specific items in the right locations or against certain enemies.

Finders Keepers is known for its relatively large game world and challenging gameplay. Players often need to explore extensively and experiment with different items to progress. The game employs a flick-screen system, where each room is presented as a separate screen.

The game's graphics were typical of 8-bit computers of the time, utilizing bright colors and simple character designs. The sound consists primarily of basic sound effects and a short, repetitive theme tune.

Finders Keepers was generally well-received by critics upon its release, praised for its challenging gameplay, large world to explore, and its status as a budget title offering considerable value for money. It is considered a classic example of a ZX Spectrum adventure game. The title helped solidify Mastertronic's reputation as a provider of inexpensive and entertaining software.