Cave Story’s Secret Santa is a festive fan-made spin on the legendary indie classic Cave Story. Designed as a holiday-themed mini-adventure, this special edition keeps the tight platforming and retro charm of the original while wrapping everything in a cheerful Christmas atmosphere. Players return to the familiar cave environments, now decorated with snow, presents, and seasonal surprises. The story centers around a mysterious Secret Santa event that quickly spirals into action-packed chaos, complete with quirky dialogue and humorous twists.
Gameplay remains faithful to the original formula, featuring responsive controls, challenging enemy encounters, and classic weapon upgrades. Holiday-themed enemies and redesigned levels add a fresh layer of creativity without losing the nostalgic pixel-art style fans love. The soundtrack includes remixed tunes inspired by the original score, giving it a cozy winter vibe. Though shorter than the full game, it delivers a compact yet satisfying experience perfect for fans of retro platformers.
Overall, Cave Story’s Secret Santa is a charming tribute that blends classic indie gameplay with festive fun, making it an enjoyable seasonal treat for Windows players.
Features
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Classic 2D pixel-art platforming gameplay
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Holiday-themed storyline and dialogue
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Festive level redesigns with snow effects
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Seasonal enemies and boss encounters
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Remixed soundtrack with winter vibes
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Smooth keyboard and controller support
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Challenging yet accessible difficulty
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Faithful mechanics from the original game
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Lightweight and quick to install
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Perfect short adventure for the holidays
System Requirements
Minimum:
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OS: Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10
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Processor: 1 GHz CPU
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Memory: 512 MB RAM
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Graphics: DirectX 9 compatible GPU
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DirectX: Version 9.0c
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Storage: 100 MB available space
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Sound Card: DirectX compatible
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Keyboard and Mouse Required
