Best Platformer Games
1,170 Platformer games, ranked by the Rank and Play community.
The Adventures of Batman & Robin
Released: Dec 1, 1994
Critic rating: 77.6 / 100 • 41 votes
Rating: E
Genres: Platform
Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Game modes: Single player
Now there is The Adventures of Batman and Robin.
Rayman
Released: Sep 7, 1995
Critic rating: 77.7 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Platform, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Sega Saturn, PlayStation, PlayStation Portable
Game modes: Single player
Rayman is a side-scrolling platformer starring the titular Rayman, a big-nosed chap with no arms or legs.
Blaster Master Zero
Released: Mar 3, 2017
Critic rating: 82.5 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Shooter, Platform, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo 3DS, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
A loose reboot of the original Blaster Master by Inti Creates, utilizing elements from the original game, the "Worlds of Power" novelization, and the original Japanese version.
Mini Ninjas
Released: Sep 8, 2009
Critic rating: 77.0 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox 360, Nintendo DS
Game modes: Single player
Mini Ninjas is a game that combines furious action with stealth and exploration for an experience that appeals to a wide audience across age groups and preferences.
Headlander
Released: Jul 25, 2016
Critic rating: 76.7 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Shooter, Platform, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player
Launch into the ultimate head trip as you blast through psychotic robots in a retro 70's sci-fi action adventure from Double Fine Productions.
Wario Land 4
Released: Aug 21, 2001
Critic rating: 77.5 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Wii U, Game Boy Advance
Game modes: Single player
Wario's back for more...and more...and MORE!
Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Released: Nov 7, 2024
Critic rating: 75.1 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Platform, Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
The brothers return for a brand new adventure on the high seas!
Apotheon
Released: Feb 3, 2015
Critic rating: 84.5 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Platform, Role-playing (RPG), Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology.
Ape Escape
Released: Jun 22, 1999
Critic rating: 77.4 / 100 • 102 votes
Rating: E
Genres: Platform
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation, PlayStation Portable
Game modes: Single player
Ape Escape is a single-player 3D platformer released in 1999 for the Playstation.
Contra 4
Released: Nov 13, 2007
Critic rating: 75.0 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Shooter, Platform
Platforms: Nintendo DS, Legacy Mobile Device
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
The action franchise that started it all is celebrating its 20th anniversary with an all-new adventure on Nintendo DS!
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
Released: Jul 22, 2014
Critic rating: 75.8 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Wii U, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Co-operative
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty is a faithful remake of Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee where the pre-rendered sceneries are recreated in real-time 3D without changing the original gameplay.
Rick Dangerous
Released: Dec 31, 1989
Critic rating: 77.3 / 100 • 23 votes
Genres: Platform
Platforms: Acorn Archimedes, Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST/STE, DOS, Amiga, Amstrad CPC
Game modes: Single player
The game is largely based on the Indiana Jones movie Raiders of the Lost Ark.
SteamWorld Dig
Released: Aug 7, 2013
Critic rating: 81.1 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Google Stadia, PlayStation 4, Linux, Nintendo 3DS, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Wii U, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
SteamWorld Dig is 2D a platform game that revolves around mining for resources and ores.
Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2
Released: Dec 31, 1987
Critic rating: 77.3 / 100 • 33 votes
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Arcade
Platforms: Arcade, Commodore C64/128/MAX, ZX Spectrum, Atari ST/STE, PC (Microsoft Windows), TurboGrafx-16/PC Engine, Amiga, Turbografx-16/PC Engine CD, Amstrad CPC
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Rainbow Islands is a 1987 arcade game developed and published by Taito.
Bionic Commando Rearmed
Released: Aug 13, 2008
Critic rating: 88.9 / 100
Rating: M
Genres: Shooter, Platform, Arcade
Platforms: PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
Classic side-scrolling gameplay is reporting back for duty with Bionic Commando Rearmed, a remake of the classic NES game, out now on PC.
The Lion King
Released: Nov 4, 1994
Critic rating: 80.0 / 100
Genres: Platform, Puzzle
Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Linux, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, DOS, Amiga, Super Famicom
Game modes: Single player
The Lion King brings to life the majesty and mystery of Africa through the tale of Simba, a lion cub faced with the challenging transition to maturity.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe
Released: Jan 11, 2019
Critic rating: 82.8 / 100
Rating: E
Genres: Platform
Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Join Mario, Luigi, and pals for single-player or multiplayer fun anytime, anywhere!
Spyro: Year of the Dragon
Released: Nov 13, 2018
Critic rating: 77.2 / 100 • 23 votes
Genres: Platform, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
The Dragon Realms are celebrating the ‘Year of the Dragon’ when a mysterious cloaked figure emerges to steal all the Dragon Eggs.
Tiny Toon Adventures: Buster Busts Loose!
Released: Dec 18, 1992
Critic rating: 77.2 / 100 • 28 votes
Genres: Platform, Sport
Platforms: Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Famicom
Game modes: Single player
A platformer based on the Tiny Toon Adventures cartoon series by Warner, where you play as Buster.
Trials Fusion
Released: Apr 16, 2014
Critic rating: 79.4 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Racing, Sport, Arcade
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360, Xbox One
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer
Take on an unlimited array of platform-racing challenges in the unreal world of Trials Fusion.
MDK
Released: Jan 1, 1997
Critic rating: 77.2 / 100 • 110 votes
Rating: T
Genres: Shooter, Platform
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, DOS, PlayStation
Game modes: Single player
The game tells the story of Kurt Hectic, a janitor who reluctantly must attempt to save Earth from an alien invasion of gigantic strip mining city-size vehicles named "Minecrawlers".
Looney Tunes: Sheep Raider
Released: Sep 14, 2001
Critic rating: 77.1 / 100 • 22 votes
Rating: E
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Strategy
Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation
Game modes: Single player
Stealth, humour and tactical skills - the scene is set for the ultimate showdown between Sam Sheep-dog and a greedy wolf whose only thought is where his next meal is coming from.
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Released: Apr 18, 2017
Critic rating: 81.5 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
A modern version of cult classic Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap!
LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
Released: Jun 19, 2012
Critic rating: 80.7 / 100
Rating: E10+
Genres: Platform, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure
Platforms: PlayStation 3, Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Wii U, Xbox 360
Game modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative, Split screen
The Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin join other famous super heroes from the DC Universe including Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern to save Gotham City from destruction at the hands of the notorious villains Lex Luthor and the Joker.
Pinstripe
Released: Apr 24, 2017
Critic rating: 81.7 / 100
Rating: T
Genres: Platform, Puzzle, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Game modes: Single player
Pinstripe is an emotionally charged adventure about Hell created entirely by a one-man team over the course of five years.