From PS3 Attitude: "The original Spelunker has a love-hate relationship with gamers that are aware of its existence. Spelunker was released in the 80's on a variety of platforms, including the NES. The game is most notable for its ridiculously unforgiving gameplay.
Minna de Spelunker is an HD remake of the classic title and was released on the PSN in JPN and HK. It was recently announced that Spelunker HD will be coming to America thanks to Tozai publishing the game.
Is the archaic gameplay just too much in this day and age?"
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Fans of the Playstation Blog tonight were in for a quick surprise if they were listening to this week's Playstation Blogcast. While Jeff Rubenstein was discussing with the team the coming week’s Playstation Store releases, he just about finished off by mentioning that new Spelunker HD DLC would be coming.
"A few weeks back Spelunker HD received an update, which added some new content." - JPS
Quite the interesting fun fact. I can't wait to have 100% on my DLC, so I can save I have it done 100%.
I haven't played this game in ages. I got so far in it though. If I start playing it again I will be so rusty I don't think I will be able to play it any more. There were so many things to remember to do and not to do to survive.
@ admiralvic. Well I was pretty good myself. I found it was tough but not as hard as people keep saying it was. But I also have to admit it was pretty annoying at times. Those ice levels almost made me want to break my only controller in half. Also running out of air when you were trying to be careful was also annoying.
It is surprisingly easy to pick up and keep playing (at least for me). I play it about once a month for the new EX levels and it takes maybe 40 minutes before I "get it". Also if you want some assistance, I will be glad to help. I believe I still hold the fastest platinum time on the US version :3
This game is fun. I wish it had a better save system, but the way it was gave it an old-school feel.
I guess "rewarding" is the right term, but it's definitely not the most satisfying. I'd give that to Super Sonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle Cars. :)
