Cave Story 3D

2011

PlatformAdventure

Boss Battles · Branching Story · Fantasy · Metroidvania

Excellent

PlatformAdventure

Boss Battles · Branching Story · Fantasy · Metroidvania

Excellent

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Having received tremendous acclaim in its previous releases on PC and WiiWare, Cave Story, an indie side scrolling 2D action game, now makes its way into an all new dimension with Cave Story 3D for Nintendo 3DS. At once both a throwback to classic 2D action platformers and also the potential future of the genre, Cave Story 3D blends tight controls, superb level design, and excellent story and presentation to deliver a memorable, addicting retro experience!

Publisher: NIS America
Modes: Single player
Themes: Action, Fantasy
Perspective: Side view
Age Rating: E10+ — Everyone 10+

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Release History

Nov 08, 2011— 3DS

Nov 11, 2011— 3DS

Also Known As

洞窟物語 3D