One More Run - The Making of 'Spelunky 2'

Explore the development journey of 'Spelunky 2' in this 58-minute Independent Games Summit talk from GDC 2021. Delve into Derek Yu's insights on creating a sequel to the successful roguelike game Spelunky, released during the genre's peak popularity. Gain valuable knowledge about the Spelunky timeline, the appeal of roguelikes, and the evolution of the series. Discover the challenges faced in art style, quest design, liquid mechanics, and online multiplayer implementation. Learn about the team's approach to level generation, including the innovative back layer and machine systems. Examine the pros and cons of developing a sequel, and understand the goals set for Spelunky 2. Uncover the concepts of spiky and soft design, and how they influenced the game's development. Gain insights into the creation of UFO 50 and its impact on the Spelunky series.