Cave Story 3D

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  • Summary: Originally released as a PC game and later for WiiWare/DSiWare, Cave Story is a side scrolling 2D action game.
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. GameShark
    Nov 10, 2011
    100
    Speaking for myself, I'd rather play through Cave Story again five times than have a second run through the tedious and dated Ocarina of Time, and discovering this game's unique world in a new 3D format has been surprisingly rewarding. It may very well be the 3DS' best game to date.
  2. Digital Chumps
    Nov 1, 2011
    90
    Cave Story shouldn't be missed no matter what platform you play it on, but Cave Story 3D offers the most unique perspective on this independent gem.
  3. Metro GameCentral
    Nov 13, 2011
    90
    Giving a purposefully retro 2D platformer a 3D makeover sounds like the worst idea ever, but the end result only reconfirms Cave Story as a modern classic.
  4. 3DJuegos
    Nov 10, 2011
    81
    The art of pixel claims its place thanks to a Cave Story's remake that remains the original spirit, revamps the graphics and adds an interesting 3D effect. We hardly had seen so much talent concentrated in only one game.
  5. Modojo
    Nov 15, 2011
    80
    Whether or not you should buy Cave Story 3D boils down to A.) if you played another version before, and B.) how much you loved it. At $39.99, it's significantly more expensive than purchasing the DSiWare port ($9.99) via the 3DS eShop. Go that route, and you receive a similar, arguably better experience at a fraction of the cost.
  6. Nintendo Power
    Nov 8, 2011
    80
    Taken on its own merits, however, it is an absolute blast, and if you don't play Cave Story in one form or another, you're missing out on a modern classic. [Nov 2011, p.84]
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  7. Nintendo Gamer
    Dec 7, 2011
    69
    Get the WiiWare game instead. [Dec 2011, p.70]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 15
  3. Negative: 0 out of 15
  1. Teliiii
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Absolutely gorgeous game overall. I honestly thought this would suck because of the distracting graphics from the trailers, but when I playedAbsolutely gorgeous game overall. I honestly thought this would suck because of the distracting graphics from the trailers, but when I played this, it wasn't distracting at all! Not to mention the remixed music is beautiful as well! Amazing game, a must-have for the 3DS!… Expand
  2. Zero2k
    Dec 25, 2011
    10
    This is an updated classic. The new graphics and sprites in comparison to the original are awe inspiring. Wonderful story, memorableThis is an updated classic. The new graphics and sprites in comparison to the original are awe inspiring. Wonderful story, memorable characters, a large variety of weapons and fantastic level design give it a high replay value.… Expand
  4. CaveStorySam
    Nov 29, 2011
    10
    I have played the pc version of this game.It's gameplay is amazing,It has a great story and its the best 2D game I have ever played so far.II have played the pc version of this game.It's gameplay is amazing,It has a great story and its the best 2D game I have ever played so far.I simply love this game...… Expand
  5. irixcolirio
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    yeha greatyeha great game------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------… Expand
  6. BobSmith
    Feb 9, 2012
    9
    The pure gameplay of this game deserves the 9, and I'm not taking into account its relation with the other versions. (i.e. not as much bangThe pure gameplay of this game deserves the 9, and I'm not taking into account its relation with the other versions. (i.e. not as much bang for your buck). But if you have never played Cave Story before, this is an EXCELLENT game. And if you've played it for numerous hours and enjoyed it, I would highly recomend this 3D version. It doesn't add too much, but hey. What's there really to add to such an amazing game?… Expand
  7. alphaomega88
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    Played a demo of this, and thought it was awful, and could not get into it at all. Then a sale went up on the eshop for this, and with allPlayed a demo of this, and thought it was awful, and could not get into it at all. Then a sale went up on the eshop for this, and with all the rave reviews, I figured I would splurge and give it a second chance, and I'm glad I did. This is now one of my favorite 3DS games...the story is good, the graphics are creative, and the gameplay is fantastic. I enjoyed this from start to finish, and couldn't put it down...highly recommend!… Expand
  8. acoolguy
    Jan 8, 2015
    8
    If you've never played Cave Story before, then this game is a great investment.
    In my opinion, Cave Story is one of the greatest    If you've never played Cave Story before, then this game is a great investment.
    In my opinion, Cave Story is one of the greatest 2D-platformers of all time. Needless to say, I was eager when a physical version of the game was finally announced. However, the game was a bit disappointing. The most startling problem for me is the framerate. If this game ran at 60fps, like every other version does, then I would have loved it. However, it doesn't even run 30fps. To make it worse, at (albeit rare) times, I noticed framerate drops below the already sub-par framerate. This really slows down the face-paced style of the game, and detracts from the otherwise great experience. While the graphics themselves aren't anything special, I felt that they would have been fine with a decent framerate. Some areas of the game, such as Mimiga Village, actually look better than ever in my opinion.
    I have some other minor complaints with the game, but nothing really worth noting. I'd say theres not much a reason to get this game now that you can get classic Cave Story in 3D on the eShop for a fraction of the price, unless you really want a physical copy of this masterpiece (like me).

    Graphics: 5
    Sound: 9
    Gameplay: 10
    Lasting Appeal: 8
    Overall: 8    … Expand

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#7 Best 3DS Game of 2011
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#21 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2011
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#20 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2011

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