Cave Story facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cave Story |
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| Developer(s) | Studio Pixel (PC) Nicalis (Wii, DSi, 3DS, Cave Story+) NIS America (Cave Story 3D) |
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| Publisher(s) | Studio Pixel (PC) Nicalis (Wii, DSi, 3DS, Cave Story+) NIS America (Cave Story 3D) |
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| Designer(s) | Daisuke Amaya | ||
| Writer(s) | Daisuke Amaya | ||
| Composer(s) | Daisuke Amaya (all versions) Yann van der Cruyssen Nicklas Nygren (WiiWare, Plus) Danny Baranowsky Dustin Kulwicki (3D, Plus) Ridiculon (Switch) |
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December 20, 2004
Microsoft Windows
Nintendo DSi
Cave Story 3D
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| Genre(s) | Platform-adventure | ||
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer (Switch) | ||
Cave Story (洞窟物語, Dōkutsu Monogatari) is a really cool freeware video game that came out in 2004 for computers. A freeware game means you can download and play it for free! It was created over five years by just one person, Daisuke Amaya. He is known by his pseudonym, or art name, Pixel.
The game is an action-adventure game. It is similar to classic games like Castlevania and Metroid. Cave Story was first made in Japanese. Later, a group of fans called Aeon Genesis translated it into English.
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About Cave Story
Cave Story is a popular indie game. It has been released on many different gaming systems over the years. These include the Wii, Nintendo DSi, Nintendo 3DS, and Nintendo Switch. There are also updated versions like Cave Story 3D and Cave Story+.
The Story of Cave Story
The game's story starts with a robot character who wakes up in a cave. He has no memory of who he is or how he got there. As you play, you explore a mysterious floating island. This island is home to a race of rabbit-like creatures called Mimigas.
You soon discover that the Mimigas are in danger. A crazy scientist is trying to use them for his evil plans. Your character must fight against the scientist and his helpers. You also need to save the Mimigas and stop the island from falling apart.
How the Game Was Made
What makes Cave Story special is that one person, Daisuke Amaya, did almost everything. He programmed the game, drew all the art, designed the levels, wrote the story, and even made the music! He worked on it for five years in his free time.
This shows that even a single person can create an amazing video game. His hard work and dedication made Cave Story a beloved game around the world. It inspired many other independent game creators.
What Kind of Game Is It?
Cave Story is a platform-adventure game. This means you jump around platforms and explore different areas. You also fight enemies and solve puzzles.
- Exploration: You move through a big, connected world. You unlock new areas as you get new abilities or items.
- Combat: You find different weapons and upgrade them. You use these weapons to defeat various enemies and bosses.
- Story: The game has a deep and interesting story. You meet many unique characters along the way.
The game is known for its challenging gameplay and charming pixel art style. It feels like a classic game from the 1980s or 1990s, but with modern touches.
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Cave Story's simple controls allow for movement, running, jumping, and shooting. The heads-up display in the top left displays an equipped weapon, weapon level, and excellent current health. The yellow triangles represent experience points to be picked up.
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Daisuke "Pixel" Amaya programmed, illustrated, designed, wrote the story for, and composed the music to Cave Story over the course of five years.
See also
In Spanish: Cave Story para niños
