From Super Mario Bros. to Astro Bot, explore the evolution of platformers and how they have redefined the gaming industry.

Haunted Lands is a retro-inspired side-scroller with absolutely brutal difficulty. If you need a challenge, play it.

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 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 Man ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Nothing beats the thrill of completing a challenging platformer, and while we've been spoiled for choice lately, you can put your skills to the test ...

The best platformer games are those that manage to challenge the player while still telling a compelling story. Platformers of this quality can be found in all sorts of interesting niches and ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Origamihero Games 2D Platformer Collection Save the citizens of Kitty Town Kicas in Smash Star, rise to the top of the world of science after hitting rock ...

God of War fans received good news: Sons of Sparta is out today, and the Greek Trilogy remaking the PS2 and PS3 games is in development. Oscar Gonzalez is a Texas native who covered video games, ...

What are the best 2D Mario games? We rank every side-scrolling platformer in the Nintendo mascot's history. Super Mario’s 40-year history is a testament to all the different ways you can make a little ...

What do you get if you take a classic 2D side-scrolling platform video game like Super Mario Brothers, replace the plumbers with a familiar looking little green robot (or Android), and adjust the ...