2D platformers defined the SNES and Sega Genesis era, but many incredible games in the genre continue to be released each ...

Mario games like Super Mario Bros. set the standard for 2D platformers. Switch offers a variety of 2D platformers beyond Mario, like Sonic Mania and Pizza Tower. Diverse titles like Kirby Star Allies ...

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Super Mario’s 40 year history is a testament to all the different ways you can make a little guy run from left to right across a screen. Nintendo’s line of 2D Mario platformers has gone through three ...

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2D platformers have a long and varied history in the world of gaming. Ever since Mario first stomped on Goombas, 2D platformers have taken gamers on many different exciting adventures. While it is ...

Here are five 2D platformers everyone forgot. 5) Prinny: Can I Really Be the Hero? Developer Nippon Ichi’s platformer is a comedic take on the genre, but don’t let that fool you. It’s devilishly ...

Despite being one of the most popular genres across all the home console generations, it isn’t often platformers are mentioned on lists of the best PC games. Normally, the conversation centers around ...

With technological advancements allowing ground-breaking graphics and gameplay mechanics in video games, 2D platformers have almost become an afterthought for many. However, some modern games offer a ...

Though the genre has since exploded, 2D platforming arguably owes its start to Super Mario. And even though it’s been 40 years since the first game came out, few 2D platformers have risen to the level ...

2017’s first quarter is already over and it’s starting to become one of the best years in gaming history. There are tons of more games coming out this year, including 2D platformers. We’re getting few ...

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