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August Xbox Live "Games with Gold" to Include Two Co-Op Titles

Tally Callahan

Warriors Orochi 3 Ultimate (henceforth W03U) will be available for free on Xbox One for Xbox Live Gold members from August 1st through August 31st. It supports 2-player online co-op. If you've ever played a Dynasty Warriors title, you know what to expect here.

Modder Adds Online Co-Op to Spelunky Classic

John Bardinelli

Spelunky Classic's source code was released to the public at the tail end of 2009. Community modders have created alternate versions and additions to the game ever since, pumping out things as simple as swapping the spelunker sprite for the damsel sprite or as complex as complete overhauls to make Spelunky look and act like a Metroid game. This Spelunky SD mod doesn't go out on any limbs. The biggest feature is something Spelunky HD itself lacks: online co-op. The original Spelunky was single player only, while its HD remake allowed for two player local games.

Spelunky Heads to the PS4

Taylor Killian

In addition to bumping Spelunky to 1080p, the PS4 version will utilize the new tech of the console for additional features. Adding more social features to the Daily Challenge might breath some new life into that mode's competitive nature, but the real joy might be uploading replays to a leader board. If you've ever played co-op Spelunky, you know one mistimed whip can end in a total party wipe, and also quite possibly be the funniest thing you've ever seen.

Spelunky Midweek Madness on Steam

Justin Reynolds

Until this Friday, local co-op platformer Spelunky is on sale for $5.09 - 66% off it's full retail price on Steam. Players explore randomly generated caves together while avoiding traps, rescuing survivors, collecting treasure and defeating beasts. Releasing a year ago this month, Spelunky delighted with it...

Spelunky's Vita Version Allows Freedom of Movement in Co-Op

Christopher Metz

For anyone who has played the XBLA version of Spelunky with multiple people will understand the frustration co-op can lead to. Something as simple as falling down a shaft or being pursued by aggressive enemies can send players running all over the place, leading to full on chaos and death (gets annoying really fast too). Spelunky forced all co-op players to follow along with Player -1, as the camera only focused on them. This was indicated by a small flag sticking out of their back. If players stayed off-screen for two long, they’d eventually be insta-killed and turned into a ghostly follower. Only when Player-1 met his death could the camera possessor be passed off to someone else.

Mossmouth Announces Spelunky's Arrival on PS3 and PS Vita

Christopher Metz

It's obvious that most video games aren’t quite as challenging these days, even at their highest difficulty setting. Certain games that make players throw their controllers out the window surely stand out from the rest, and that’s why Spelunky is such a highly addictive game. PlayStation fans will be happy to know that their versions of Spelunky will be arriving on the PlayStation Network this summer.

Spelunky Sneaks Two New DLC Packs onto XBLA

John Bardinelli

So, Spelunky right? The roguelike platformer by Derek Yu was first released back in 2008, but the enhanced 2012 version for XBLA is the one that really put the game on the map. While everyone was all PlayStation 4 this and Sony that, two DLC packs were quietly released for Spelunky. The Explorers pack adds eight new playable characters, including an eskimo, robot, viking, cyclops, and ninja. The Arenas pack introduces 24 new deathmatch maps, which we don't need to remind you how awesome that is for multiplayer.

Top Ten Spelunky Tips To Becoming A Better Spelunker

Locke Vincent

If you have played Spelunky, you know how frustratingly difficult the game is. Add in a couple friends to the mix and you're looking at platforming chaos. Make sure that you take the time to check out our Spelunky Co-Op Review to get the low down on the game before you watch this informative video.

Spelunky Gets a Patriotic Release Date on the XBLA

Andrew Gaskill

Spelunky first appeared on the PC back in 2008. It's a puzzle plafromer made up of randomized levels and death is always a whisper away. As players progress through the destuctible environments they'll unlock secrets and other goodies. This July the game will be getting the Xbox Live Arcade port treatment, featuring "new graphics, music, zones, monsters, items, traps, and secrets."

New Trailer for Spelunky Features 4 Player Co-Op

Andrew Gaskill

Spelunky debuted as a single player, pixilated freeware game a few years ago. It will soon be making a jump to the big leagues, and by big leagues, I mean the Xbox Live Arcade. Okay, so not necessarily the majors, but hey, at least now people will have to pay for it. The XBLA title will feature hi-res, hand painted graphics, a new soundtrack, and best of all, 4 player local co-op (or deathmatch).

Spelunky Moves To XBLA, Introduces 4-player Mode In The Switch-up

Katrina Pawlowski

The very successful, though single-player title, indie game Spelunky from the PC will be making the much anticipated shift to the consoles. Spelunky is a puzzle platformer that takes place in caves, featuring a spelunker. The title has received a lot of attention, and been recently announced on the Xbox LIVE Arcade. During GDC 2011 a few websites noticed a screens that showed multiple players in the game.