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Spelunker

Spelunker

《Spelunker》 is a classic side-scrolling action-adventure game where players take on the role of a cave explorer, venturing into the dangerous underground world.

Emulator NES / Famicom
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Published 2025-06-19 03:01
Language English

Game Details:

"Spelunker" was originally developed by MicroGraphicImage in 1983 and later ported to multiple platforms by companies like IREM. The game is characterized by its extreme difficulty. The protagonist dies from falling from any significant height, even from the end of a ladder. Players must carefully control their movement, use items such as bombs and air tanks to clear obstacles and repel enemies, and also manage resources like oxygen. The game is set in a complex underground maze with challenging level designs, making it a trial for hardcore players.


Editor's Recommendation:

If you like challenging games, then "Spelunker" is definitely not to be missed. It seems simple but hides dangers, and every action requires precision; a slight misstep can lead to failure. Although the difficulty is extremely high, the sense of accomplishment after successfully exploring each level is unmatched by other games. This game is also known as the "most fragile protagonist masterpiece" and is very suitable for retro game fans and hardcore players to experience.


Game Walkthrough:

  • Careful Jumping: The protagonist of this game is very fragile, and falling from a slightly higher distance can lead to death. Try to get close to the edge of the target when jumping and control the landing height.
  • Make good use of items: You can pick up bombs, torches, and oxygen tanks along the way. Bombs can be used to destroy stones, torches are used to dispel ghosts, and oxygen supply is key to survival.
  • Pay attention to oxygen levels: Oxygen will decrease over time, and you need to find replenishment points in the level to avoid wasting too much time away from supplies.
  • Remember enemy positions: Ghosts, bats, and rolling stones all have fixed or random positions. Familiarizing yourself with enemy behavior can increase your pass rate.
  • Use ladders with caution: Jumping off a ladder will result in death. You must step down or climb down step by step; do not be impatient.
  • Make good use of memory and maps: The structure of each level is complex and changeable. You can draw maps or record paths to avoid repeatedly taking detours and wasting resources.
  • Don't give up after dying many times: Spelunker is the kind of game where you can die hundreds of times, but every failure is a learning experience. Practice makes perfect.

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