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2020PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified93 % positive16.79 €

A punishing, procedurally generated platformer where every cave brings new hazards, secrets and chaotic system interactions. Mastering bombs, ropes and traps leads to memorable runs, even in co-op.

Runs that play out differently every time
Jumping and platforming
Challenging difficulty
Lots to discover

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The closest matches for Spelunky 2 are Spelunky, 20XX and Spelunky Classic. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Spelunky 2 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

In short: games like Spelunky 2

Best alternative overall: Spelunky 95% match – Runs that play out differently every time
To play together: Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse 84% match – with co-op
Newest alternative: Astral Ascent 84% match – released 2023

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Spelunky

95 %Match

2012PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified92 % positive14.99 €

A punishing cave-delving platformer with procedurally generated levels where every death is final. Traps, enemies and emergent item interactions make for chaotic, memorable runs.

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20XX

Runs that play out differently every time

A Mega Man-inspired action platformer roguelite with procedurally generated levels, new weapons and abilities, and tough bosses, playable solo or in co-op.

Spelunky Classic

Runs that play out differently every time

The freeware classic sends you through randomly generated caves full of traps, monsters and treasure. Death is permanent, and you get deeper through experimentation, quick reflexes and smart item use.

Rogue Legacy 2

Runs that play out differently every time

A fast roguelite platformer where you play through generations of a hero family, each heir with unique traits and classes. Permanent manor upgrades make every death feed into a stronger next run.

Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse

Lots to discover

A Metroidvania roguelite where a cursed hat lets you cast magic and possess enemies as you fight your way downward. Loot upgrades your village between runs, and up to four players can team up.

Vagante

Runs that play out differently every time

A pixel-art roguelike platformer with permadeath and procedurally generated dungeons, where you mix classes, gear and spells. The co-op mode with friends is a big part of the appeal.

Astral Ascent

Runs that play out differently every time

A fast-paced 2D action roguelite where you pick one of four heroes and take on the twelve Zodiac bosses. Quick combat, plenty of spells and allies keep each run varied.

Neon Abyss

Runs that play out differently every time

A frantic neon-soaked roguelike run-and-gun platformer where you storm the Abyss as part of Hades' Grim Squad. Wild item synergies make every run play out very differently.

Skul: The Hero Slayer

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A fast-paced 2D action platformer with roguelike runs where you play as a tiny skeleton who swaps skulls to change fighting styles while slaying the human heroes who captured your king.

Dead Cells

Runs that play out differently every time

A fast, fluid 2D roguelite with Metroidvania structure, where tight, punchy combat and a huge arsenal of weapons make every run feel different. Permanent unlocks and new routes give you a real sense of progress even as you die again and again.

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