Tag: 2D Platformer

There are few platforming mascots quite as instantly recognisable as the Marsupilami. With its enormous tail, bright yellow fur and boundless energy, the creature...

SoulQuest is a stylish, ferociously fast action platformer that blends Celtic mythology with deep, combo-driven combat. Alys' journey to reclaim her husband's soul delivers spectacular swordplay, aerial juggling and plenty of challenge, though unforgiving platforming and distant checkpoints occasionally threaten to break the rhythm.

Gelatinous: Humanity Lost is a brilliantly stubborn little Metroidvania that turns its slime-covered hero into the game's greatest idea. Beginning without even the ability to jump, players must learn to roll, cling, slide, and eventually fight their way through a deadly ancient temple.

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.

There is something wonderfully appealing about the idea of sending a space cat into battle against an evil spaceship with nothing more than a...

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.