Tag: Side Scroller

There is something wonderfully satisfying about a game that knows exactly which era it wants to evoke. Aggelos 2 wears its 16-bit influences proudly,...

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.

Vengeance of Mr. Peppermint is a brutal, stylish descent into revenge, blending hard-hitting 2D brawling with Korean crime-drama influences and a haunting story about a detective slowly losing himself to the violence he once fought against.

Akatori blends classic Metroidvania exploration with fluid, staff-based combat, gorgeous pixel art and a mysterious story about corrupted worlds, amber crystals and a young monk seeking answers. It may not reinvent the genre, but its personality, atmosphere and satisfying exploration make Mako's journey well worth taking.

Future Knight transforms the humble LCD handheld into one of the year's most inventive action games, blending frantic combat, surreal storytelling and unforgettable art direction into a wonderfully eccentric adventure. Its demanding gameplay rewards persistence, while its bizarre humour and creative dual-character mechanics ensure it remains memorable long after the credits roll.

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.

Bee With Gun takes a delightfully absurd concept and turns it into a surprisingly enjoyable blend of arcade shooting and tower defence. Its colourful presentation, accessible gameplay, and steadily escalating challenge make for an entertaining campaign that is easy to recommend to fans of lighter strategy games.

More than just a side-scrolling shooter, 70s-style Robot Anime Geppy-X is an interactive Saturday morning cartoon bursting with heart, restored animation and explosive mecha action. It is a spectacular celebration of the super robot era, proving that genuine passion never grows old.

YinYang Street: Separate Ways proves that sometimes the most powerful stories are the quietest ones. In just a couple of hours, it delivers a deeply human tale of love, loss and the invisible scars left behind by war, wrapped inside an unsettling supernatural mystery that lingers long after the credits roll.