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1991 PC 4.99 € 👍 86 % Very positive, 118 reviews on Steam

A classic 1991 Apogee platformer where space miner Mylo Steamwitz works through caves full of crystals, traps and light puzzles. Its colorful EGA look and arcade feel recall Commander Keen.

What defines Crystal Caves:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Puzzles and brain teasers
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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