Cave Crawler 2

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"Cave Crawler 2" is a side-scrolling platformer game with precise controls and 4-directional shooting, where you must navigate through 15 levels across 3 worlds filled with new enemies, hazards, and boss fights. The built-in level editor allows you to create, import, and export custom levels, providing endless replayability and community content.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Cave Crawler 2 expands on the gameplay of the first game with more levels, bosses, and variety in obstacles, making it a fun and engaging experience.
The controls are snappy and precise, enhancing the platforming experience and making it enjoyable to play.
The game features a level editor, allowing players to create their own maps, which adds to its replayability and creativity.

The gun mechanic feels unnecessary and tacked on, as many players find they can complete levels without using it.
There are significant difficulty spikes, particularly in boss battles, which can be frustrating for players.
Some players have noted that the control options are limited, particularly the inability to use mouse input for shooting, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
20%
20%
The gameplay features interesting mechanics that effectively demonstrate interactions between them, making it enjoyable for those seeking a pure platforming experience. However, the gun mechanic feels out of place and adds little value, suggesting that it may not appeal to all players. Overall, while there are some bugs and balance issues typical of a new release, the core gameplay remains engaging.
- “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.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game features modern graphics that enhance the fast-paced gameplay, providing a visually appealing experience as players navigate through various locations. The graphics are consistently praised for their quality, contributing to an engaging overall aesthetic.
- “The game features modern-day graphics that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The visuals are impressive and contribute significantly to the game's appeal.”
- “The graphics are top-notch, making the game visually stunning.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has been described as disappointing and lacking in quality, with users expressing a sense of misery in its composition.
- “The music is kind of miserable.”
- “The music is kind of miserable.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users indicate that the game has enhanced replayability, suggesting that it offers new experiences or improvements that encourage players to return and engage with it multiple times.