Game Rant spoke to Kroener about his open development philosophy, transitioning from 2D to 3D, the importance of community, the IndieLand experience, his past in speedrunning, level design, and ...

How Hub Worlds Shape Video Game Design Whether players come to chat, organize activities, buy and sell items, or just to log out, hubs have a language all their own. Photograph: Alamy ...

Though the genre has since exploded, 2D platforming arguably owes its start to Super Mario. And even though it’s been 40 ...

The world of 2D video games is rich with classics that have stood the test of time, offering a blend of nostalgic charm and timeless gameplay. From the iconic Mario series to the challenging Mega ...

Outside of handheld gaming where it was still prevalent, the early era of Indie games felt responsible for the return of 2D ...

Whenever Nintendo returns to the 2D platformer for the Switch 2, they need not forget about Super Mario Bros. Wonder.

Nintendo on Wednesday announced Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a brand new 2D side-scrolling Mario game coming to the Switch on Oct. 20 ...

2D Zelda games offer mind-bending gameplay, tight level design, and a cozy aesthetic worth celebrating. Echoes of Wisdom shakes up the top-down format by putting Princess Zelda in the protagonist ...