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!
Read moreA 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.
Read moreThe 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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