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Frontloaded Difficulty
- Spelunky 2 radically frontloads difficulty in World 1, unlike its predecessor.
- This design choice encourages early deaths, saving players time and making item choices impactful.
Early Risk-Taking
- Frontload risk early in Spelunky 2 runs.
- Getting through the initial setup creates momentum for deeper runs.
Jungle Mobility
- Turkeys and spiked boots allow walking on thorns in the Jungle, changing level choices.
- Bringing a turkey past the first boss opens up new strategic options.