Cave Crawler 2
- October 9, 2024
- Evan Youssef
Get on SteamCave Crawler 2 is a retro-inspired 2D side-scroller. Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a significant expansion in content with three worlds, each featuring five levels and a boss, providing more variety and challenge compared to the first installment.
- Controls are snappy and precise, making the platforming experience smooth and satisfying, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
- The game is a fun and engaging platformer that successfully builds on its predecessor, with improved graphics and level design.
- The gun mechanic feels unnecessary and tacked on, as it doesn't significantly enhance the platforming experience.
- There are notable difficulty spikes, particularly in boss battles, which may frustrate some players.
- Some players have expressed a desire for more control options, such as mouse input for shooting, which could improve the gameplay experience.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay features interesting mechanics that effectively demonstrate interactions, though some elements, like the gun, feel out of place and add little value. While the platforming experience is enjoyable, there are suggestions for improvement and balancing as the game is still in its early stages. Overall, players may appreciate the core mechanics despite some flaws.
“Interesting mechanics and a good way of showing the player how certain mechanics can interact with each other.”
“I don't want to nitpick too much at this game because at the time I'm writing this review, the game has just come out and there are always bound to be bugs and unbalanced mechanics at release.”
“The gun, however, feels tacked on and out of place for the genre, adding little to the gameplay.”
“Some of the mechanics could be reworked better depending on what the creator wants, but for what it is, I find it enjoyable.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their modern quality, enhancing the fast-paced gameplay and providing a visually appealing experience as players navigate through various locations. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's overall enjoyment.
“The game features fast-paced action with modern-day graphics and easy controls that seamlessly transition from location to location.”
“The graphics are significantly improved, enhancing the overall visual experience.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been described as disappointing and lacking appeal, with some users finding it to be quite dreary and uninviting.
“The music is kind of miserable.”
“The soundtrack lacks variety and becomes repetitive quickly.”
“The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users indicate that the game has enhanced replayability, suggesting that it offers new experiences or challenges that encourage players to return.
