It is a sequel to Spelunker HD with many of its gameplay elements carried over, most notably its six-player multiplayer mode.

The downloadable title later received a retail release in the name of Spelunker Party!,[b] for Nintendo Switch and Microsoft Windows, with the freemium elements removed.

This included collaboration events featuring equipment based on other video game franchises.

Once a stage was selected, the players had to navigate through the level by walking, jumping, and using tools at their disposal.

A finite amount of energy was available to the player's character and complete depletion would lead to death.

The playable characters were also known as the weakest action heroes, and they could die if they jumped or fall from a slightly higher platform.

Treasures known as Litho-orbs could be found throughout the level alongside items required for progression, such as colored keys that opened corresponding doors.

The players could use in-game items, such as candies and cakes, to feed an orange spotted dog named Pooch, who will then dig up a completed equipment.

is a revamped re-release of Spelunker World for Nintendo Switch and Microsoft Windows with the complete removal of free-to-play elements.

The gameplay largely remained the same, but Litho-stone fragments were specific to stages instead of being randomized drops.