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Spelunky

Mossmouth / Official Site
ActionAdventureIndieRoguelike
Game Details
Publisher
Mossmouth
Release date
8/8/2013
Status
Released
Classification
ESRB T/PEGI 7
Distribution
Steam (Windows, macOS, Linux)
Monetization
Buy to play
Multiplayer
Yes
PvP
Yes
Setting
Action-adventure, archaeological exploration
Price
$
Run length
15-30 Minutes
Meta-progression
None
Build diversity
Low
Platforms
PC, Steam, Switch, PlayStation, Xbox

Spelunky is a roguelike platformer built around exploration, risk, and emergent chaos. Players descend through procedurally generated caves filled with traps, enemies, treasure, and secrets, where even the smallest mistake can trigger a chain reaction of disasters. Every object follows consistent rules, creating endless opportunities for clever improvisation and unexpected outcomes. With its unforgiving permadeath, tight controls, and deeply systemic design, Spelunky became one of the most influential roguelikes ever made and helped define the modern roguelike platformer genre.

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