Ratings

88

Highly rated

Spelunky scores 88/100 from 50,645 player reviews across 10 sources.
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OpenCritic
87/100
MetaCritic Logo
Metacritic
90/100
Xbox Logo
Xbox507 reviews
4.2/5
PlayStation Logo
PlayStation40,000 reviews
4.12/5
Steam Logo
Steam10,138 reviews
Very Positive
+5 critic ratings
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Eurogamer
10/10
GameSpot Logo
GameSpot
9/10
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GameSpot
9/10
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IGN
9/10
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PC Gamer
96/100

About

Spelunky is an action, indie, adventure, and platformer video game. It was published by Mossmouth and developed by Mossmouth. The game was released on August 7, 2013. Spelunky offers both single-player and multiplayer experiences. Players can enjoy the game cooperatively or in deathmatch modes with up to four explorers. Legends speak of a cursed cave hidden beneath the desert, so twisted by time that its passages shift like the sand under which it lies. The cave is said to be filled with fabulous riches, but also incredible danger! Spelunky features randomly-generated, fully-destructible levels filled with monsters, traps, treasure, and secrets. Players have complete freedom while navigating these environments and mastering their many secrets. The main story of Spelunky can be completed in approximately 20 hours. Adding the extras increases the playtime to around 46 hours. A completionist playthrough will take roughly 94 hours. Spelunky won the IGF "Excellence in Design" Award, was named Gamespot's "Platformer of the Year", and was ranked #2 "Best Game of 2012" by Edge.Read more

Spelunky Critic Reviews and Review Scores

IGN_Mitch Dyer_icon
IGNMitch Dyer
9

Spelunky's punishing platforming returns to PC, where its daily challenges bring new life to an amazing game.

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Eurogamer_Tom Bramwell_icon
EurogamerTom Bramwell
10

Spelunky is a perfect game - a creation of rare crystal clarity that sparkles from every angle.

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PC Gamer_Graham Smith_icon
PC GamerGraham Smith
96

Straightforward and replayable, Spelunky is precision engineered to make death fair, funny, and a story worth sharing.

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GameSpot_Tom Mc Shea_icon
GameSpotTom Mc Shea
9

As Spelunky makes its way to the PC, the rewards and dangers are just as alluring as they were one year ago.

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GameSpot_Tom Mc Shea_icon
GameSpotTom Mc Shea
9

Major improvements to the cooperative mode coupled with the Vita's portability make this the best version of the already excellent Spelunky.

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Spelunky Buying and Gameplay FAQs

Is Spelunky on Xbox Game Pass?

No, Spelunky is not currently on Xbox Game Pass. The cheapest way to play is to buy it as low as $0.00, depending on the store and platform.

Does Spelunky have multiplayer?

Yes, Spelunky has multi-player, including co-op.

Is Spelunky available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, or Switch?

Spelunky is available on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo.

How long does it take to beat Spelunky?

The main story takes around 20 hours, while a completionist run averages 94 hours.

What age rating is Spelunky?

Spelunky is rated T for Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, and Suggestive Themes.

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