Top 2D Platformer Games


The Top 2D Platformer Games List is calculated by overall video game ratings and members' "Top 2D Platformer List". Lists are calculated daily.

121. Sonic Mega Collection

Platform: GameCube
US Release Year: 2002
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer), Compilation
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Sonic Team
Publisher: Sega

122. Mega Man Zero 2

Platform: Game Boy Advance
US Release Year: 2003
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Inti
Publisher: Capcom

123. Sonic Advance 3

Platform: Game Boy Advance
US Release Year: 2004
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E
Developer: Dimps
Publisher: THQ

124. Kirby's Dream Collection: Special Edition

Platform: Wii
US Release Year: 2012
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Compilation, Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: E10+
Developer: HAL Laboratory
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Kirby franchise, this collector's edition compilation disc contains five of Kirby's most memorable adventures: Kirby's Dream Land, Kirby's Adventure, Kirby's Dream Land 2, Kirby Super Star and Kirby's Dream Land 3. This collector's edition also comes packaged with an interactive Kirby timeline, music CD and a full-color book detailing the history of everyone's favorite pink, puffball.

125. Dead Cells

Platform: Nintendo Switch
US Release Year: 2018
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Motion Twin
Publisher: Merge Games
Synopsis: You take on the role of a failed alchemical experiment, one who awakens on a seemingly curse island - one that is ever-changing and highly dangerous. A 2D platformer that combines classic with rogue-lite elements, including permadeth and no checkpoints. It's tough but fair - and never forget, the dodge roll is your friend. With 90 plus weapons and spells, plenty of secrets to uncover and a non-linear path to explore - Dead Cells is as unforgiving as it is rewarding.

126. Dead Cells

Platform: PlayStation 4
US Release Year: 2018
Overall Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
ESRB Rating: T
Developer: Motion Twin
Publisher: Merge Games
Synopsis: You take on the role of a failed alchemical experiment, one who awakens on a seemingly curse island - one that is ever-changing and highly dangerous. A 2D platformer that combines classic with rogue-lite elements, including permadeth and no checkpoints. It's tough but fair - and never forget, the dodge roll is your friend. With 90 plus weapons and spells, plenty of secrets to uncover and a non-linear path to explore - Dead Cells is as unforgiving as it is rewarding.

127. Zelda II: The Adventure of Link

Platform: Nintendo (NES)
US Release Year: 1988
Overall Rating: 3.4 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer), Role Playing (RPG) (Action RPG)
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Synopsis: A now 16-year-old Link discovers he has the power to reverse an ancient spell that put the original Princess Zelda to sleep many years ago. Seeking to find the Triforce of Courage, he travels the land placing six crystals across the palaces of Hyrule in order to reverse the spell and awaken the princess of legend.

128. Magical Quest Starring Mickey Mouse, The

Platform: Super Nintendo (SNES)
US Release Year: 1992
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom

129. Lost Vikings, The

Platform: Super Nintendo (SNES)
US Release Year: 1993
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
Developer: Silicon & Synapse
Publisher: Interplay Entertainment

130. Kirby's Adventure

Platform: Nintendo (NES)
US Release Year: 1993
Overall Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Genres: Action (2D Platformer)
Developer: HAL Laboratory
Publisher: Nintendo

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