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

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Spelunky

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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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Bard's Gold

Runs that play out differently every time

A tough retro pixel platformer where you play a bard hunting for the key and door in randomly assembled levels. There is no tutorial, so you figure out the mechanics yourself and buy upgrades between runs.

Spelunky 2

Runs that play out differently every time

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.

Super House of Dead Ninjas

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A fast 2D action-platformer where you plunge down a randomly generated tower as a crimson ninja, cutting through enemies with blades, shurikens and special attacks. Short, frantic runs and a retro look give it an arcade feel.

Vagante

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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.

Downwell

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You plummet down a well with gun boots, blasting enemies while collecting gems. This minimalist roguelike thrives on fast reflexes, precise air control, and a striking limited-palette look.

Just Get Through

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A procedurally generated platformer with roguelike elements where you push through destructible levels full of traps and explosions. A sandbox mode, user-made levels and a hardcore mode add plenty of variety.

Caveblazers

Runs that play out differently every time

A brutal pixel-art roguelike platformer where you fight through procedurally generated caves full of orcs and goblins, collecting weapons and magic items and dying often in gory ways.

TowerClimb

Runs that play out differently every time

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.

Angvik

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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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