The Cave
Steam Description:
Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!
Episode Summary:
Exploring the Cave: A Deep Dive into the Game
We dive into the game "The Cave" and discuss its gameplay, characters, and the unique narration provided by the cave itself. Developed by Ron Gilbert, the game is a throwback to point-and-click adventure games and offers a casual and humorous experience. We also touch upon the development process and the game's focus on light platforming and equal weighting of characters. Expect some spoilers as we delve into the game's details.
Characters in your party follow you and you can switch between them at any time. So in the adventurer's level, you're exploring ancient ruins and solving puzzles to find the relic.
The Cave: Summaries of the Levels Played
The summary of the section is that the cave is divided into different levels, each with its own unique storyline and puzzles. The adventurer level involves searching for an idol while encountering obstacles like a crystal beast and competing adventurers. The twins level is creepy and dark, with the objective of poisoning their own parents. The scientist level revolves around launching a nuclear missile by solving sequential puzzles. The time traveler level utilizes time travel to manipulate the environment and alter timelines to solve puzzles. Each character has the option to either pursue their desires or reject them for a happier ending.
The Cave: A Quirky and Enjoyable Puzzle Platformer
The Cave is a fun and quirky game with simple puzzles and unique characters. While some puzzles may require a bit of outside help, overall the game is not overly challenging. The game's humor and storytelling through cave drawings adds depth to the experience. Community reviews are generally positive, with praise for the exploration of character stories, but some criticism for controls and backtracking. Overall, it's a game that is thoroughly enjoyable and worth playing.
The Cave Review and Ranking
The reviewers found The Cave to be an enjoyable puzzle game with interesting stories and gameplay. However, they felt that it didn't excel in any particular area and lacked replayability. They recommended it as a great title for those on a limited budget, but not for those looking for a top-tier puzzle game. They discussed its co-op mode and agreed that it was confusing and not a fun experience. They ranked The Cave at number 40 on their leaderboard, placing it between Star Wars Squadrons and GTFO.
Key Points Covered
1. Exploring the Cave: A Deep Dive into the Game
2. The Cave: Summaries of the Levels Played
3. The Cave: A Quirky and Enjoyable Puzzle Platformer
4. The Cave Review and Ranking
Make Love, Marry, or Murder Ratings:
Paul - Make Love
Josh - Make Love