Cave Story General

[ZIO]

Sup. y'all. Gonna do some work to the OP here for Cave Story.


Originally a freeware game released to the public back in 2004, it quickly gained popularity for it's style of gameplay - it ran in a similar fashion to Metroid and Castlevania. Back during that time, freeware games were below average, so this game was gaining much popularity for it's high-end quality.

Developed by a single man who goes by the alias Pixel, the game stars a silent protagonist attempting to save a race from being used for experimental intentions and as a means for power. I'd go into detail, but I'd rather not spoil it.

The soundtrack is amazing, the graphics are great, and the gameplay is astounding. All for free in the PC. The game gained translations and ports across platforms (PSP, for example, if you had the means) but wouldn't receive a priced release until 2010 when the game saw some improvements and released on the Wii Ware. It saw an updated graphical interface, multiple files, a redone soundtrack, new modes such as Boss Rush and Time attack, and the ability to play as Curly Barce (One of the game's protagonists). Months later, a DSi version was made. It had all but the Boss rush mode and Time attack of the Wii ware version.


In September of 2011, Cave Story would find itself on the Mac App Store. It included updated graphics and music.

November 2011, Steam received a PC port of the game with a new level designed but Pixel, himself. "Wind Fortress" which includes some scrapped music originally intended for content Pixel wanted to include in the final version, but didn't get to it.



Cave Story 3D is a complete remake, in 3D of the game. Released November 8th in NA, this game sports a completely redone engine and a remastered soundtrack and sells at full retail price of a 3DS game ($40). It's probably the most expensive of the versions available, but it is the most impressive looking of them.



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That's the cut of it.


The game's ****ing amazing. Go play it.


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-Screens-

PC

Wii Ware/ DSi Ware

3DS

-VIDEO-

3DS

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hGB7SPaANU8&feature=fvst

PC

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr0CCkH49g0

Wii Ware/Dsi Ware

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULxQOotbngo​

 

[Wave⁂]

I love Cave Story

 

[Thirdkoopa]

Cave Story was great; Not buying the wii version myself but wow. I really loved "Never Die/The Final Battle" theme on the soundtrack myself.

 

[Evil Iggy]

Cave story actually revitalized my hope in modern gaming. The Wii version was okay, but they managed to ruin the loop on all of the music tracks, which is a shame because Cave Story has some really awesome music (check the OCremixes. Tell me that's not impressive).

That game DESPERATELY needs a prequel, though. That one gold hallway has not one, not two, but FOUR Demon Crown bearers. As far as I'm concerned, that's four separate games, right there.

 

[Kei_Takaro]

Cave Story, good times...
Yeah, I second that thought of modern gaming, wish there were more of those that appeal to the 2D Metroidvania styles

 

[Terywj [태리]]

I'm actually playing through Cave Story for the first time, haha. As a request for Let's Play on my Youtube channel. :3

 

[Lurker guy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z9ZYitN-QAg

I looooove cave story.

For anyone who likes the music, there are some missing tracks you might be interested in.
Wind Fortress
People of the Root
Pier Walk
Plant B

Balrog is pretty cool too

The whole soundtrack is great, my favorites are On to Grasstown, Running Hell, and Moonsong.
Speaking of moonsong, the remix is pretty good.

Also, Terywj, can I get a link? I'd be happy to watch.

 

[Kei_Takaro]

:*o that Balrog plush is so awesome!!
I finished it once on the PC, PSP and Wii. Experimenting with the endings, I really wanted to avoid Curly dying though.

 

[darkatma]

It's not immensely long... takes me 6 hours to get through it

I am on the last part of the game right now (not gonna spoil)... the real last part that is

 

[Rubyiris]

Cave story actually revitalized my hope in modern gaming. The Wii version was okay, but they managed to ruin the loop on all of the music tracks, which is a shame because Cave Story has some really awesome music (check the OCremixes. Tell me that's not impressive).

That game DESPERATELY needs a prequel, though. That one gold hallway has not one, not two, but FOUR Demon Crown bearers. As far as I'm concerned, that's four separate games, right there.

In my opinion just about every cave story remix track is ****ing trash. Hardly any of them retain the same melody, and even less of them retain the mood of the songs.

If only the originals were slightly extended.

 

[Kei_Takaro]

Speaking of this type of gameplay, does anyone know anything similar to this or at most, use the same engine?

 

[Wave⁂]

http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Metroidvania

 

[Kei_Takaro]

http://tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pmwiki.php/Main/Metroidvania

was kinda thinking more of the tile and pixel style of Cavestory though..

 

[Wave⁂]

Are you talking about gameplay or art style? I'm more than a bit confused.

 

[asianaussie]

this game is amazing and nothing will sway my opinion on it

 

[Terywj [태리]]

I'm still stuck on that stupid moss-spaceship-thing for my Let's Play.

I suck at Cave Story.

 

[Kei_Takaro]

Are you talking about gameplay or art style? I'm more than a bit confused.

Abit of both, hence looking for one with the exact same engine would be nice

 

[quote]

I really like this thread.

3'33.6

Has anyone here beaten that.

 

[StealthyGunnar]

wow wasnt sure this thread would get posted in at all.

glad everyone likes it. i kinda stopped playing it though busy and all

 

[quote]

wow wasnt sure this thread would get posted in at all.

glad everyone likes it. i kinda stopped playing it though busy and all

Finish it. It's well worth your time.

 

[Lurker guy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkqRR2wEwRY
I'm a happy camper.

 

[Terywj [태리]]

http://www.gamesradar.com/f/cave-story-remake-announced-for-3ds/a-2011021016228990012

Yessss. I like the video better haha.

 

[Lurker guy]

"There’s a very, very good chance we’ll see a sequel."
This is the best day ever.

 

[Wave⁂]

"There’s a very, very good chance we’ll see a sequel."

I came

 

[StealthyGunnar]

if there's a sequel im gonna have to wipe of my keyboard.

 

[ZIO]

SSorry to be breathing life to a dead topic like this, but I believe this game deserves more attention than it deserves.

OP should include information to the Cavestory 3D that will be releasing soon.

Completely remade for the 3DS.


But yes, this game is amazing. I never got to play that extra content that, I think, was called hell? I couldn't figure out the conditions for unlocking it.

Anyway - talk more about this game.

 

[asianaussie]

it was called sacred ground

don't get booster 0.8
get the tow rope
rescusitate curly
take her with you
cure curly's amnesia and get iron bond
hole opens up

i just got to the real last cave last night (my 4th playthrough or something), still a great game

 

[ZIO]

I might look into doing just that in the coming days.

The game is short, but charming throughout, even after I've played it several times.

Been a while, and I've forgotten most outside of the biggest things like where I am and where to go next.

I got the Wii enhanced port, so I'll probably do it there. Besides, it's no thang to go from Skyward Sword to this how that the Wii is active again.

 

[Master Xanthan]

I've never played the game but I'm tempted to buy it. What platforms is it available for?

 

[ZIO]

PC, there's a freeware version (the original), then you can find it coded to play on PSP, but you need your PSP modified so you can do that.

Then there's version you can pay for, such as the Wii ware and DSi ware versions.

And soon there will be a 3DS version, but that's releasing for $40.

I'd suggest buying the 3DS version as it'll be the definitive version, if you have yet to play it. But it's all up to you.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

I'll buy the 3DS version, when is it released?

 

[MysteryRevengerson]

It's already out if I'm not mistaken. :V

I might pick it up around christmas time, because I haven't played it in forever.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

I haven't seen it out, maybe it's not mainstream enough for Walmart.

They only have 2 rows in 1 case for 3DS games

Guess I have to check out Gamestop, though it'll be more expensive there

 

[ZIO]

It will be the same price where ever you go.

But I'm fairly certain it was pushed. Sites say it was released the 8th of November in the US and the 24th being the last day for worldwide release.

Still, I haven't seen it in store, otherwise I'd have bought it.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

It will be the same price where ever you go.

But I'm fairly certain it was pushed. Sites say it was released the 8th of November in the US and the 24th being the last day for worldwide release.

Still, I haven't seen it in store, otherwise I'd have bought it.

It's not the same price if you know an employee

 

[Master Xanthan]

According to Gamestop.com the game is already out on the 3DS.

 

[Wave⁂]

Cave Story Remastered HD Turbo Remix 2 is out on Steam for $10, 15% off right now.

Original (320x240) graphics and upgraded “HD” graphics
Remastered music as well as the original soundtrack
Mix-and-match new/old artwork and music!
Six new play modes (including Wind Fortress, Boss Rush and more!)
Over 20 epic boss battles through Mimiga Island
15 levels to explore in the vast world
10 unique weapons to find and upgrade
USB controller compatibility
Four unique endings
Future content updates

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

I just bought Cave Story 3D, and though I haven't played much of it, the controls feel a little archaic.

Haven't played enough to get a clear idea of it yet

 

[dualseeker]

I liked Cave Story 3D ^__^. It was a good remake in my opinion. The only thing I wish they would've added was a boss rush mode like in the Wii Ware version.

 

[ZIO]

Not that it matters, but I went ahead and added to the OP.


Thanks to Fate for letting me do it.