Guides and Editorials
If you prefer to tackle life side-on, leap into this selection of diverse, dimensionally challenged platforming superstars.
Classic 2D platformer collections
These big-value compilations bring together some of gaming’s greatest 2D platforming franchises and sprinkle in a host of enhancements and extras.
Take a spin with the blue blur by speeding through Sonic’s early history in this ring-filled collection of 16 legendary platformers.
Return to the roots of the influential vampire-slaying franchise with this eight-game collection covering the first ten years of Castlevania history.
Dig, slash and bash your way across the beloved Shovel Knight saga with this five-game collection of 8-bit inspired fantasy platform action.
Celebrate 30 years of the Blue Bomber with this 19-game bundle, featuring all 11 Mega Man releases and eight Mega Man X titles.
2D action platformers
Keep your skills as sharp as your blade with these combat-driven 2D platforming gems.
Save the world from the evil Dr. Progen and his merciless synthetic army, as you dash and slice your way across Mekacity in this ninjitsu-powered action platformer.
Experience a modern twist on the classic 2D sword-and-whip formula in this sequel to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night's retro-inspired spin-off.
In this frantically paced action platformer you’ll employ time and space-bending abilities to sprint across the cyberpunk city of Neo-Barcelona.
Control a katana-wielding ninja hero as he ventures through a cursed world on his quest to defeat an invading demon army.
2D exploration platformers
Discover 2D platformers with vast, non-linear worlds that reward curiosity.
The endless struggle against the almighty Miracle continues for The Penitent One, as he awakens in a new world full of nightmarish enemies.
Explore a cursed, Persian-inspired world as Sargon, an agile and powerful Immortal gifted with abilities that can manipulate time and space.
This psychedelic action-platformer provides a unique mix of fast-paced combat and contemplative gardening within the confines of a bizarre alien world.
Dig deep, discover riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld as a lone steambot and her companion, in this platforming adventure with a mining twist.
Created in collaboration with Wonder Boy creator Ryuichi Nishizawa, this colorful side-scroller features a gorgeous hand-drawn world to explore.
Become the Knight and descend into the fallen kingdom of Hallownest in the definitive version of the award-winning action-platformer.
Challenging 2D platformers
After something that will test your reflexes and patience? Look no further than these taxing treats.
Help Madeline face her inner demons on a perilous, narrative-led journey to the top of Celeste Mountain.
The classic arcade series comes back to life with beautiful, storybook-inspired visuals and characteristically punishing action.
The sequel to the treasured genealogical rogue-lite adds 15 new character classes, a new art style and a revamped traits system.
Skilfully avoid fiendishly tough obstacles in a fast-paced, momentum-based platformer set in a beautifully minimalist landscape.
The sequel to Derek Yu’s award-winning roguelike platformer ventures to the Moon for more unpredictable, hazardous and secret-filled adventures.
The celebrated 'RogueVania' brings together the best elements of non-linear exploration, fluid combat and rogue-lite replayability.
2D puzzle platformers
Puzzle platformers provide a unique combination of dexterity-testing navigation with cunning cerebral challenges.
Embark on a magical journey in this soothing, charming puzzle-platformer that boasts gorgeous hand-painted art and an inspiring orchestral soundtrack.
Become The Pedestrian in an ingenious puzzle platformer that tasks you with navigating a dynamic 3D world from within a series of 2D street signs.
Embark on a life-changing journey across a luscious planet in this charming and cinematic off-earth odyssey.
This dark, narrative-driven platformer wordlessly tells an original and captivating tale of a boy on the run.
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