Prepare for the ultimate expansion of the Skylands universe in Skylanders Trap Team. As a Portal Master, you are called upon once again to defend the realms from the nefarious clutches of Kaos. In this action-adventure sequel, the stakes have never been higher, and the scale of battle has expanded beyond anything seen in previous installments.

The Chaos at Cloudcracker Prison

The story begins with a devastating blow to the security of Skylands. Kaos has orchestrated a brilliant, albeit destructive, plot to breach the walls of the feared Cloudcracker Prison. This high-security facility, constructed from powerful Traptanium, was designed to hold the most dangerous criminals in existence. However, by blowing up the prison walls, Kaos has successfully unleashed Skylands' most notorious villains into the open.

The destruction of the prison had an unexpected side effect: the Traptanium used in the prison walls has been scattered across Earth. This provides you with a unique opportunity to use Traptanium Crystals to harness elemental powers, track down the escaped criminals, and bring order back to the realms.

New Gameplay Mechanics: Capture and Conquer

What truly distinguishes Skylanders Trap Team from its predecessors is the revolutionary "Trap" mechanic. While players can continue to use their existing collection of Skylanders—including Core, Giants, LightCore, and Swappers figures—the introduction of Trap Masters changes the tactical landscape.

  • Capture the Villains: Utilize Traptanium Crystals to catch escaped villains mid-battle.
  • Turn Foes into Allies: Once captured, these notorious villains are not just imprisoned; they can be returned to Skylands to fight alongside you as playable characters.
  • Trap Master Skylanders: The game introduces 16 specialized Trap Master Skylanders designed specifically to work with the new trapping technology.
  • Expanded Roster: Alongside the Trap Masters, the game features 18 brand-new Skylanders and various reposes from previous series.

Features and Compatibility

Designed for the Xbox 360, this title offers a deep progression system where all characters can be leveled up to a maximum of Level 20. The gameplay loop focuses on exploration and combat as you navigate through the various regions of Skylands in search of the escaped criminals.

The game is an ideal choice for fans of the Skylanders franchise who enjoy collecting, character customization, and tactical action. Whether you are a veteran Portal Master with a massive library of older figures or a newcomer looking to experience the thrill of capturing villains, there is much to discover in this massive adventure.

Game Overview

  • Genre: Action/Adventure
  • Platform: Xbox 360
  • Release Date: October 5, 2014
  • Key Features: Traptanium Crystal mechanic, playable villains, and massive character roster.