Absolutely awesome. One of the best games I played this year. If you like 2d platformers or grew up playing SNES (e.g. Mega Man, Metroid, Castlevania) you'll love this.

Cave Story is a return to a simple time of simple pleasures in all it's pixelated beauty. Very reminiscent of NES platformers like Metroid and Megaman, it is exemplary proof that adventure platformers can still hold up in a world where games are populated with chest-high walls and health regeneration. set on an island in the sky, the player controls Quote, an exploration robot who has lost his memory. Upon meeting the Mimiga, a race of small humanoid-bunny-like creatures, he soon learns of an evil scientist's plot to harness the power of the Mimiga to build his own personal army. Each stage has fantastic music sure to stick in your head long after you've completed the game. With different difficulty settings, hidden weapons and powerups, Cave Story Plus will keep you coming back for more.… Expand

8-Bit in its full fledged glory. I don't even like retro games yet this one was so flawless in every aspect that i couldn't resist. Not only that but its free.

It's worth ten dollars. I know that when I'm buying this game, Pixel's getting a cut of the money. I can't wait for his next project, Gero Blaster. 10/10 diamondium comets.

People tend to say buying this game is like paying 10 euro for poor expansion of already free game. If you feel like that it's okay, but paying is not actual buying game. It's saying "thank you" for the great work made then and now, it's also getting a little gift in return. If you see no point in buying it, play free version. If you love it you'll come back. Cave Story is very addicting, fast-paced game mixing various game styles. It reminds of old games back then when boss fights were epic, challenging and unusual. Cave Story keep that rule too, you encounter many bosses and dozens of enemies on your way.… Expand

I admit, this is somewhat of a rip off since the original was free. But why are people complaining about paying an EXORBITANT, DAMNING, INCREDIBLY HIGH PRICE OF.....$10 (or less depending on if theres a sale on steam, you can pick it up at the moment in the winter sale for 5 bucks) for one of the greatest games ever? I don't get it. It's like user reviews for this game are all piraters that want all games to be free. I'm glad this game is even on store shelves with the 3DS version and on the best digital distribution platform on PC, Steam. I'm happy for you Pixel, your hard work paid off and you made one of my personal favorites of all time, and now it's in stores everywhere and in a giant digital service store for millions of people to see. What's so great about this game? Well I won't say a thing about it. But I will say that it has simple but effective graphics, an AMAZING soundtrack, very well designed levels, fun (albeit difficult) bosses, and a simple story that ends up playing your heartstrings and becomes classic. In my opinion this game does not get enough credit. I guess some things never change and people would rather play CoD or Battlefield. That argument is for another time and another place though. Cave Story+ is an amazing game, don't let it pass you up. It has a plethora of options from playing in the new graphics or the old graphics (happy haters? You can play this version in the old graphics) to the remastered, original, and even ORCHESTRAL soundtrack. That's pretty cool. There's some other additions but that's for you to find out and enjoy. 10/10 not absolutely perfect, but it is dang outstanding and deserves more credit.… Expand

This game has it all: great art style, simple controls, fun boss battles, interesting story, multiple endings and lots of unlockable content. Not for nothing is the king of indie games...long live the king!

If old sprite graphics doesn't scare you - then this is very good game to play. it's Metroid-like 2-D adventure with huge map, hidden locations, power-ups that allow you to reach new locations and etc. Plus funny Mimga!

The stellar solo project of Dasuke Amaya gets a semi-remake, with a graphical overhaul and tons of new content. Cute, mysterious and addictive, Cave Story holds its place as one of the greatest platformers of all time.

Got it for $2.50 on a steam sale. Totally worth it, BUT, make sure you are playing with a controller. Keyboard controls are klunky and a little bit annoying. With that being said and reading some of the reviews, I had no idea there was an original or what the "plus" entailed when I purchased this game. All I know is that my $2.50 has gone a long way, a hell of a lot further than a starbucks coffee would.… Expand

(The original version is free!) This game is an all-out classic and inspirational work by an individual. You will experience a journey, an adventure of great imagination and originality. Like the animated movies of Miyazaki this is a masterful and ingenious Asian gem that can only hopefully be exposed to a wide international audience. Get it for free (yay internet) if you don't care for updated graphics and soundtrack.… Expand

Incredible throwback title. Old school console on the pc, by a guy from nintendo. Im stuck on the last level, but its just my old reflexes! The multiple endings are simple and suave.

Cave Story's charm lies in it's polished platforming, great pacing and an ability to connect with the player on an emotional level. You start out a stranger to a world, without instruction or introduction, but before long you will get involved with the world and it's characters a lot more than you'd expect from 2D platformer.

Simplemente el mejor juego indie que haya sido creado hasta ahora. La trama tan interesante, los mundos tan hermosos abitados por personajes con brillo propio, la BSO pegajosa y el gameplay exacto hacen que este sea uno de esos juegos que se deben jugar si o si. Además, si bien los agregados de la versión + no son muchos, son suficientes para garantizar una experiencia completa.

I was on the fence about buying this game but I am so glad I did. Never played the original Cave Story but this game was AMAZING. So much content for such a low price, a game this good would have cost $40 back in the day. Good story, good platforming, great action, great exploration make this game one for the ages. I believe a critic said it best with "the best nes/snes game never released". No loading times, no queues, good music. Ability to choose when/if you upgrade your weapons during the story is nice. Although I beat it in about 7 hours, I replayed it 2 more times to get the other endings/weapons. Multiple difficulties if you aren't so great at old-school platformers like me Ability to change controls helped a lot on keyboard.… Expand