Tag: 2D Platformer

Fatal Claw combines fast-paced feline combat, Metroidvania exploration and a wonderfully strange underground world into an adventure that feels both familiar and refreshingly different. Kisha's journey is challenging, charming and packed with enough secrets to keep you clawing your way deeper into the darkness.

Super Astro Cat 1 + 2 Bundle proves that cats and outer space are a match made somewhere beyond the stars, combining approachable platforming, jetpack-powered exploration and alien-blasting into a colourful double adventure that wears its retro influences proudly.

KEYQUACK QUEST is a charming throwback to the days when platforming was all about tight controls, clever level design and a character you could not help but like. Its colourful pixel art, cheerful mallard protagonist and increasingly demanding stages make for a wonderfully approachable adventure.

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BlazBlue Entropy Effect X transforms one of fighting games' most recognisable universes into a dazzling roguelite adventure. With superb combat, addictive character progression and a silky 60fps presentation on Switch 2, it is a stylish spin-off that deserves attention from both BlazBlue veterans and action fans seeking their next obsession.

Hunahpu Quest: Mechanoid combines Mayan mythology, futuristic machinery and classic 16-bit platforming into a surprisingly charming adventure. Responsive controls, clever hazards, mechanical boss battles and hidden secrets make this a nostalgic little quest with plenty of personality.

4 The Elements combines classic 90s platforming with a clever real-time character-switching system that puts Fire, Water, Earth and Air at the heart of every puzzle, fight and exploration challenge. Colourful elemental worlds, unlockable abilities and giant guardian battles give this charming Metroidvania plenty of personality, even if it occasionally plays things a little safer than its brilliant central idea deserves.

Constance transforms the emotional highs and lows of artistic creation into one of the most captivating Metroidvanias in years. With exhilarating paint-based movement, stunning hand-drawn visuals and heartfelt storytelling, it proves that even our darkest thoughts can become unexpectedly beautiful.

BloodRayne: Definitive Collection is a lovingly restored celebration of one of gaming's cult action franchises. Although its early 2000s design occasionally shows its age, the enhanced presentation, smooth performance and varied gameplay across all three titles remind us why Rayne became an iconic character.

A quirky little platformer that embraces its absurd premise with confidence, Momoka (wo) Wasshoi delivers responsive gameplay, colourful presentation, and plenty of laughs in a compact package. It may not last long, but its personality lingers long after its brief running time.