Users' questions

What is the plot of Cave Story?

What is the plot of Cave Story?

Cave Story was developed by Daisuke ‘Pixel’ Amaya. The game focuses on an amnesiac protagonist who awakens in a cave. Through his explorations, he discovers a plot by the Doctor, a megalomaniac who intends to force the inhabitants of the cave to fight for him in his bid to conquer the world.

Did you know that the woman named Jenka once had a brother?

Did you know that the witch-woman Jenka once had a brother? His name was Ballos. Like his sister, he wielded powers far beyond those of mortals… He used his magical powers to help and guide people, and the people loved and trusted him in return.

Can you do Hell speedruns in Cave Story?

Due to major differences such as puppy stacking, holding multiple jellyfish juice at once, cutscene skipping, and co-op amongst others, the switch port will also be treated as a separate category for full game runs, but not for Hell speedruns. These are speedrun records for the challenge modes in Cave Story+, including the switch port.

Are there any possible endings to Cave Story?

This page might include big spoilers for Cave Story . There are three main possible endings that can be achieved in the original release of Cave Story. Two endings have credit sequences, while one is primarily conveyed through message box text.

Where to record your times in Cave Story?

This section is devoted to a secret bonus stage known as either Sacred Grounds, Sanctuary, or Hell. You can record your times in this stage if you have the Nikumaru Counter or 290 Counter.

Are there full game runs for Cave Story?

Cave Story Full Game Speedruns. Full game runs of Cave Story are considered finished at the point in time where the final boss is defeated, and begin when a new game is started. So expect some difference between the times listed on this site and the times noted by the author. Once again 50fps and 60fps runs are kept separate.