The 2D platformer genre is one of the oldest in gaming, having started out way back in the early 80s. The first ever 8-bit title that showcased platforming gameplay was the 1980 game Space Panic.

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 ...

The platformer genre is as popular as ever despite facing stiff competition from dozens of other games. From 2D sidescrollers to 3D exploration extravaganzas, both kinds have their own niche. Over the ...

Developer and publisher Colorgrave will be launching its gorgeous 2D platformer Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils on the Nintendo Switch eShop next week on August 24th, 2023. Inspired by ...

2D platformers are one of the oldest genres in video games, and while they may not be as popular as they were in the genre’s heyday, they’re still relevant, especially on weaker, portable hardware ...

With 2020 set to see the much-anticipated release of Super Meat Boy Forever, the return of Team Meat's monstrously tough twitch platform series, we've gathered the 2D platformers that'll have you ...