Platform games have been captivating gamers ever since the 1980s, with their unique blend of challenges that demand fast reflexes, coordination, and exploration.
Here, we've put together a selection of six games for ages 8+ that both kids and adults will love. They'll whisk you away to ethereal worlds where you'll be jumping and whirling around, fighting fearsome enemies, and exploring enchanting game worlds. Here they are!
An epic adventure worthy of Donkey Kong. You can access the last level and final boss from the very start of the game, but you'll have to tackle all the other levels first if you're to have a hope of beating them. We loved this one!
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Publisher: Team17 Digital Ltd
Developer: Playtonic Games
One for the littlest gamers. A quest to save the jungle on the island of Palombia. The marsupilami even comes with a very easy mode for young kids, which we think is a great idea! Hooba Hooba!
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Publisher: Microids
Developer: Ocellus Studio
A true platformer that adopts the conventions of the great classics in the genre. Switch instantly between the two sisters to see some radical changes in the environment and enemies, from sparkle to gloom. A benchmark in the genre.
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Publisher: Handy Games
Developer: Black Forest Games
The platformer with a poignant story. With its beautiful hand-drawn environments, clever puzzles, and moving story, this game provides the kind of immersive experience that's very rare in platformers.
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Publisher: Hatinh Interactive
Developer: Nerd Monkeys
A retro adventure where you play as a very brave rabbit. With its colourful retro graphics and fluid gameplay, this is a game that perfectly captures the spirit of the classic platformers. Perfect for kids.
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Publisher: SOEDESCO
Developer: PixelHive
Join the colourful revolution! Use your colour palette to brings the city back to life and do battle with the forces of evil in this ultra-innovative and action-packed platformer.
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Publisher: THQ Nordic
Developer: Blue Tongue Entertainment
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