Review2012-07-02

Spelunky Review - An Addictive Indie Platformer Blemished By Randomness

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Spelunky
Genres · platformer
Release · Jul 4, 2012
Developer · Mossmouth, BlitWorks
PCPS3PS4Nintendo SwitchXbox 360
9 articles 18 writers 1 reviews
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Role · Developer / Publisher
Active · 2025–2026
Latest · Horripilant
Top genres · indie, adventure, point_and_click
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