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Navigate the dangers of Last Cave in Cave Story. Learn strategies for regular and hidden paths, including enemy encounters and the dreaded Presses.

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Navigate the dangers of Last Cave in Cave Story. Learn strategies for regular and hidden paths, including enemy encounters and the dreaded Presses.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Upon entering Last Cave, defeat the three fast, strong red Critters and avoid the dripping red liquid.
  2. 2
    Past the initial Critters, carefully cross spike pits while taking out more Critters from a distance.
  3. 3
    In the area with heavy blood drips, stand in safe spots between drips to eliminate Critters before they hop. The Snake weapon is useful here.
  4. 4
    Climb upwards to the second level.
  5. 5
    Navigate a shaft with spikes, avoiding them as you ascend.
  6. 6
    In the room with lava floors, avoid touching the lava and ignore the red bats unless they obstruct your path.
  7. 7
    Traverse a maze of hanging platforms, avoiding spikes, bats, and lava.
  8. 8
    Cross lava pools and then navigate a second spike-filled maze, which is less hazardous than the previous one due to the absence of lava.
  9. 9
    Jump upwards, avoiding bats, to reach the next section.
  10. 10
    Move diagonally upwards, performing well-timed jumps and boosts, avoiding blood drips.
  11. 11
    In the area with spikes, defeat Critters hiding among them and avoid deep spike traps, especially if you have the Booster.
  12. 12
    After a series of spike pits, round a corner to reach the final stretch.
  13. 13
    Note for Mimiga Mask owners: Hidden fans at the bottom of spike pits will propel you upwards. Use the momentum from the first fan to clear spike walls and fall into pits to be pushed up when walls are too high.
  14. 14
    The main danger in the last corridor is the Presses. Warning: Getting crushed by a Press results in automatic death.
  15. 15
    Option 1 (Macho): Run ahead of the Presses, Indana Jones-style, killing Critters in your path. Do not stop running; temporary invincibility after taking damage can help.
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    Option 2 (Safer): Kill all Presses before they drop. Strategies include baiting the first Press, using the Snake, or using the Whimsical Star. Find a method that works for you.
  17. 17
    Clear the gauntlet and watch out for the last Critter hiding in the lava pool near the exit door.
  18. 18
    Exit through the door to proceed to the next section.
Tips
  • The Snake weapon is effective against Critters in the blood drip area.
  • The Spur or Nemesis are recommended for the hidden Last Cave due to weapon level drops. The Blade is a viable alternative if you lack these.
  • Red Critters in the hidden Last Cave are faster and stronger than regular Critters.
  • Avoid engaging Critters underwater in the hidden Last Cave as it hampers movement.

Walkthrough (Hidden Last Cave):

  1. Upon entering, you will find all weapons dropped to level 1.
  2. Face the same dangers as the regular path: stronger, faster Red Critters and damaging blood drips.
  3. The beginning may seem easy, but proceed with caution. Kill Critters and avoid the single blood drip.
  4. Make your way past the water. Kill the Critters here, ensuring you do not engage them while underwater.
  5. Continue right.

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