Cave Story+

Cave Story+

Nicalis, Inc. · November 22, 2011 · Exploration, Metroidvania, Difficult, Platformer, Shooter

Buy Cave Story+ from CJS CD Keys at $7.78 — the cheapest of 8 stores we compare.

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Very Positive93% · 8,32183Metacritic24playing now
Best price 36 Fair price
$7.78-48%
lowest tracked $1.49
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Where to buy Cave Story+ — official stores

Steam
Steam
Standard Edition · Steam
$14.99
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Humble Store
Humble Store
Standard Edition · Steam
$14.99
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GOG
GOG
Standard Edition · DRM-Free
$14.99
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Epic Game Store
Epic Game Store
Standard Edition · Epic Games
$14.99
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Cheapest Cave Story+ keys — keyshops

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Standard Edition · Steam
$7.78
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Eneba
Standard Edition · Steam
$9.66
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Gameseal
Standard Edition · Steam
$10.01
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Driffle INC
Standard Edition · Steam
$11.19
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Cave Story+ price by region

Cave Story+ costs £5.88 in the United Kingdom, $7.78 in the United States, €7.99 in Europe (EUR), $14.99 in Georgia (USD), CA$16.99 in Canada, NZ$17.99 in New Zealand, A$19.99 in Australia, R$27.99 in Brazil and zł43.01 in Poland right now.

Cheapest Cave Story+ offer in each region, in local currency
RegionBest priceOfficial storeKey shopStores
United Kingdom £5.88 −46% £10.99 £5.88 7
United Statesyour region $7.78 −48% $14.99 $7.78 8
Europe (EUR) €7.99 −33% €11.99 €7.99 8
Georgia (USD) $14.99 $14.99 — 4
Canada CA$16.99 CA$16.99 — 4
New Zealand NZ$17.99 NZ$17.99 — 4
Australia A$19.99 A$19.99 — 4
Brazil R$27.99 R$27.99 R$58.46 5
Poland zł43.01 −12% zł49.00 zł43.01 6

Each row is a real price from that region's own stores, not a currency conversion, so the figures are not directly comparable. Switch regions in the header to shop the one you buy in.

Trailers & screenshots

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About Cave Story+

✦ AI summary

Wake up as an amnesiac hero in a charming world of rabbit-like creatures and blast your way through fast-paced action-adventure combat across massive levels filled with bosses and secrets. This landmark indie classic stands out for its winning blend of tight 8-bit style gameplay, heartfelt storytelling, and multiple endings that reward exploration and discovery.

Arguably the most well-known indie game of all time, Cave Story features a completely original storyline wrapped with personality, mystery and hours of fast-paced fun. Cave Story is an action-adventure game from the critically acclaimed independent designer, Daisuke Amaya--or Pixel to his fans. Overflowing with unmatched charm and character, Cave Story takes you into a rare world where a curious race of innocent rabbit-like creatures, called Mimigas, run free.
You wake up in a dark cave with no memory of who you are, where you came from or why you're in such a place. Uncovering Mimiga Village you discover that the once-carefree Mimigas are in danger at the hands of a maniacal scientist. The Mimigas’ only hope rest squarely on the shoulders of a quiet, amnesiac boy who can't remember his own name.
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games. Take control and learn the origins of this world’s power, stop the delusional villain and save the Mimiga!

Key Features:

  • Original (320x240) graphics and upgraded “HD” graphics
  • Remastered music as well as the original soundtrack
  • Mix-and-match new/old artwork and music!
  • Six new play modes (including Wind Fortress, Boss Rush and more!)
  • Over 20 epic boss battles through Mimiga Island
  • 15 levels to explore in the vast world
  • 10 unique weapons to find and upgrade
  • USB controller compatibility
  • Four unique endings
  • Future content updates

Cave Story+ — game info

Platforms
Windows
Steam Deck
Playable
Player modes
Single-player, Co-op, Split screen
Controller
Full controller support
PC Game Pass
Not included

Cave Story+ in the rankings

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Not recommended Sep 6, 2026
Even though it has a fresh coat of paint, it's still a 20 year old game at heart. Meaning there's inexplicable ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ thrown in for some reason. You will get insta killed by spikes or falling rocks, and then have to repeat entire boring time-consuming sections again. If you die during a boss fight you will then have to spend the next 5-10mins to even reach the location of the boss fight again, and it's not even fun, it's just infuriating Oh you accidentally took damage by one enemy on the way to a boss fight? Well now you'll die in 2 hits instead of the 3, and have to repeat. the. whole. section. again. No wonder only 10% of players have beaten this 4 hour game ON EASY MODE Don't play this
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Recommended Sep 8, 2026
Fken Masterpiece
Recommended Sep 8, 2026
Antiquated but classic
Recommended Sep 7, 2026
Underrated
Recommended Sep 7, 2026
Não vou mentir, o jogo e bem irritante numas partes, definitivamente o jogo não envelheceu bem, mais sinceramente ainda assim foi bem divertido, foi legal ver como os jogos evoluíram. E esse que já foi considerado o Indie mais popular do mundo, o jogo que abriu os olhos do mundo aos indies, hoje infelizmente foi esquecido, porem apesar dos pesares o jogo ainda vale apena, e realmente uma experiência positiva jogar jogos assim de vez em quando.
Recommended Sep 6, 2026
One of the greatest platformer adventure games of all time. I first played the original translated version of Amaya Daisuke's original freeware version and fell in love with it. There have been many versions over the years but the 2026 version of Cave Story+ may just be the best way to play for new and old players. Toggles for original graphics, neo-classic (based on the DSiWare version I believe) and the new plus versions, 5 different soundtrack options including the original tracks and samples from Daisuke's original plus a Famicom rendition, metal cover, remastered and plus version. There's even options to switch between the original exact engine behaviour and a revamped version. Oh there's also challenge stages, achievements and two player coop with unlockable characters! TLDR; If you like a good adventure platformer, are a fan of games that don't need to hold your hand get Cave Story+! Fans of the 2D Zelda games, Jazz Jackrabbit, Apogee's classics like Crystal Caves or Bio Menace, or the Abe's Oddworld games this is a 10/10 would recommend.

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