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Katana ZERO vs Spelunky 2

If you are torn between Katana ZERO and Spelunky 2, the two share 2D, Full controller support and Steam Achievements; here is how the numbers split. Katana ZERO wins 2 of our metrics to 1.

MetricKatana ZEROSpelunky 2Edge
Player rating ★ 4.39 ★ 3.88 Katana ZERO by 0.51 (12%)
Metacritic 83 90 Spelunky 2 by 7 (8%)
Catalog popularity 4,377 adds 1,270 adds Katana ZERO by 3107 (71%)
Avg. playtime 5h 3h Katana ZERO is longer
Platform families 3 3 Tie
Release year 2019 2020 Spelunky 2 is newer by 1 yr

Platform exclusives

  • Katana ZERO only: Xbox
  • Spelunky 2 only: PlayStation

Verdict

Katana ZERO takes 2 of 4 measurable categories. Both lean on 2D, Full controller support, Steam Achievements and Singleplayer, so whichever you pick, the core feel carries over.

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