Spelunky 2
Spelunky returns in this greatly-expanded sequel to the original roguelike platformer! Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family. Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Explore the game alone, play locally with up to four players, or, for the first time, join up with friends online to unravel its mysteries together (or battle it out in competitive Arena modes). A Bigger and More Dynamic World, with So Much to See and Do Spelunky 2's world is even denser than the one in the original game, offering many more areas, characters, traps, and items, as well as new ways to interact with them (and for them to interact with each other). The world has expanded in other ways, too, with branching paths and multi-layered levels adding a third dimension to the classic 2d platforming. Animals can also be tamed and ridden. And dynamic liquid physics create new challenges and make the world feel extra reactive and alive.
Game Discussion
Steam User 33
Spelunky HD was one of my favourite games on the Xbox 360 when I was growing up, and I recently got 100% of the achievements again on Steam to experience it all again. I have now successfully unlocked 100% of the achievements in Spelunky 2.
With all of the QoL changes and expanded exploration, I believe that most people will enjoy Spelunky 2 more than its predecessor. However, I believe that Spelunky HD was a fantastic game, perfectly capturing the essence of roguelike games. This game expands on the original, but at the cost of diluting the perfect interplay of skill and luck. Apart from the balancing of the shopkeepers in Spelunky 2, I believe that the risk vs reward management in HD was superior.
Regardless, these are both excellent games. Even though they are some of the most frustrating experiences at times, the sense of accomplishment is just about unbeatable. My heart rate went up to 170 when I was facing a difficult boss, and the joy I experienced when I finally completed it was far beyond anything I experience in most modern games.
If I had to rate Spelunky HD and Spelunky 2, I would give the former 10/10 and the latter 9/10. I'm probably just speaking into the void, but if you've read this far, thank you.
Steam User 28
This game is like an abusive relationship: You either have the common sense to walk away or you let the constant suffering become your new normal.
Please help me.
Steam User 28
This game is BS. You'll take 1 damage from a spider, get knocked into a trap for 2 more damage, and fall onto instant death spikes.
I love it. Highly recommended.
Steam User 18
This game is good, until you get wombo combo-ed by 3 different enemies and a dart trap. Then it becomes great.
Steam User 18
I recommend this game because, even after countless hours of playing, you can still discover new things. I love that it features a vast number of bosses, yet only a small fraction of them are mandatory to defeat. At first glance, it may seem like a fairly simple game, but as you become more familiar with it, you’ll realize that it’s actually a very challenging rogue-like.
In my opinion, the multiplayer mode is much better when played online (since in local co-op, you can’t always see yourself if the host moves away from you). However, the downside is that you can't unlock new characters this way. The graphics perfectly suit this style of game, and even a low-end PC can run it smoothly.
It is absolutely worth its price. Enjoy playing Spelunky 2!
Steam User 13
Everything in this god forsaken game feels like a looney tunes bit where your death is the punchline
Steam User 10
The first Spelunky was a near perfect game and the sequel, while still good, is definitely less than perfect. Maybe its just a consequence of high expectations but Spelunky 2 takes the same formula as the first but muddies it with new mechanics that are overall a detriment to the pacing and balance. I don't want to be too down on it though, it was one of my favorite games this year after all, and there is still tons of fun to be had discovering all the new quirks and secrets. It is still Spelunky: But More and that's not a bad thing to be, but after a couple wins I did not find myself returning to take on the ultimate challenges