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2008PC

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.

  • Runs that play out differently every time
  • Jumping and platforming
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
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2012PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck verified92 % positive14.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Spelunky Classic: runs that differ every time, jumping and platforming as well as a demanding difficulty.

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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Super House of Dead Ninjas

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Downwell

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Just Get Through

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Caveblazers

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TowerClimb

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TowerClimb is a tough, procedurally generated platformer with roguelike elements, where you play a frail human climbing a colossal, mysterious tower. Its appeal lies in punishing difficulty and the drive to reach the top despite repeated failure.

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An action platformer where you take up your father's gear to retake a castle seized by a barbarian. You get only one life and death is permanent, so every step has to be made with care.

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