Cave Crawler 2
Released Oct 2024
Cave Crawler 2 is a retro-inspired 2D side-scroller. Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges.
90% positive · 164 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Cave Crawler 2 is a free-to-play retro 2D platformer that launched on October 9, 2024. The store description presents it as a complete package: 15 levels across 3 worlds, a built-in level editor, and a defined set of features with no mention of upcoming content, seasons, or future updates. All four developer news posts were published within the first two days of launch (October 9–10, 2024) and consist entirely of launch-day hotfixes — controller binds, a jump height bug, an audio volume adjustment, and a level layout tweak. There have been no developer communications of any kind since October 10, 2024 — over 20 months of silence. No DLC has been listed, no roadmap has been published, and no future content has been announced. The game appears to have launched as a finished, self-contained product and received only routine launch-week polish patches before the developer moved on.
Evidence
Store description presents a complete, self-contained game: 15 levels across 3 worlds, defined enemy/boss roster, built-in level editor. No mention of upcoming content, DLC, or planned updates.
Controller binding update posted the day after launch. Last developer communication on record.
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Developer
Publisher
Evan Youssef
Achievements
4
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Overview
Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges.
Gameplay
Precise, responsive controls
4-directional shooting
Linear side-scrolling level design
Features
New enemies, hazards, and boss fights
15 levels across 3 worlds
Built-in level editor
Built-In Level Editor
Create your own levels using the built-in level editor. Import and export levels to share, play, and edit community-created content.
Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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