Download Platformer Games - Best Software & Apps

  • Limbo

    1.7

    License
    buy Download
    Platform
    Windows
    Android
    Mac

    An award winning indie horror platformer

    8
    680 votes
    • PROS: Incredibly atmospheric, Excellent graphics, Unique
    • CONS: At times very tough
  • Sonic 2 HD

    Alpha 2.0

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Windows

    A REMAKE OF A CLASSIC PLATFORMER MADE FOR MODERN EYES

    8
    510 votes
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    • PROS: Improved graphics Some other tweaks Fast-paced gameplay
    • CONS: No gameplay changes compared to the original
  • Growtopia

    2.01

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Android
    iPhone

    Free 2D platformer sandbox game.

    8
    109 votes
    • PROS: Great for developing the imagination., A host of gameplay options.
    • CONS: Late arrival to a game is a disadvantage., Can time out unexpectedly.
  • TAG: The Power of Paint

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Windows

    Paint the town red in this original first-person platformer

    7
    236 votes
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    • PROS: Very original idea, Easy to control
    • CONS: No enemies, Too short
  • Ninja Arashi

    1.0.1

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Android

    Leap, fight and sneak for revenge in Ninja Arashi

    -
    No votes yet
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    • PROS: Stylish elegantly minimalist graphics, Exciting combination of platformer action and RPG advancement
    • CONS: Ads can feel a little intrusive, Slightly cramped touch control layout
  • Spelunky

    1.1

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Windows
    Web Apps

    A fantastic free platformer

    8
    75 votes
    • PROS: Lots to explore, Variety of enemies and objects to fin, Retro style and sound
    • CONS: Controls could be be better implemented, Level editor is awkward
  • A Hat in Time

    1

    License
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    Platform
    Windows

    A Hat in Time is a new platformer with a classic style

    10
    5 votes
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    • PROS: Fast-paced platform play, Fun soundtrack
    • CONS: Dated graphics, Relatively short play time
  • Ori | The Will of Wisps

    1.0

    License
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    Platform
    Windows

    Indie 2D platformer sequel

    10
    1 vote
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    • PROS: Gorgeous visuals, Tight controls
    • CONS: Short, Shallows story
  • Iji

    1.6

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Windows

    Huge sci-fi action platformer

    8
    28 votes
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    • PROS: Big game, Good story, Lots of player choice
    • CONS: Text speech can be too long
  • Zineth

    43509 3.5.0

    License
    free Download
    Platform
    Windows

    Fast paced, colorful platformer

    8
    58 votes
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    • PROS: Addicting combo system, Challenging gameplay, Rewind and fastfoward abilities, Tons of challenges
    • CONS: Difficult controls with mouse and keyboard, More a proof of concept than a full game
  • Super Lucky's Tale

    2017

    License
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    Platform
    Windows

    Family-friendly 3D platformer

    9
    1 vote
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    • PROS: Colourful and family friendly, Simple game mechanics
    • CONS: Can turn into a “coin hunt”, Generic
  • Trine

    Demo

    License
    buy Download
    Platform
    Windows
    Mac

    A fantasy physics puzzle platformer

    8
    61 votes
    • PROS: Beautiful graphics, Great voice acting
    • CONS: Movement sometimes obscured
  • Sonic Runners Adventure Fast Action Platformer

    1.0.0i

    License
    buy Download
    Platform
    Android

    A full version game for android

    -
    No votes yet
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    • Dungreed

      demo

      License
      buy Download
      Platform
      Windows

      Battle Monsters in a Retro Dungeon with Dungreed

      9
      2 votes
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      • PROS: A seamless blend of the platformer and Rogue-lit genres., Random dungeons mean plenty of replay value.
      • CONS: Some may find the retro graphics too simple., Not suited to casual play: requires high time commitment.
    • You Probably Won't Make It

      1.0.0

      License
      free Download
      Platform
      Windows

      Simple and frustratingly hard platformer

      8
      13 votes
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      • PROS: Easy to pick up, Addictive, Rewarding
      • CONS: Too hard!
    • A Hat in Time

      1

      License
      buy Download
      Platform
      Mac

      A Hat in Time is a new platformer with a classic style

      10
      1 vote
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      • PROS: Fast-paced platform play, Fun soundtrack
      • CONS: Dated graphics, Relatively short play time
    • Stickman Jungle Run

      1.0

      License
      free Download
      Platform
      Android

      A free 2D side scrolling platformer that requires perfect timing

      -
      No votes yet
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      • PROS: It is free and easy to play, The fast pace adds a high degree of challenge
      • CONS: The game is so merciless that it becomes frustrating when you die repeatedly, They could have spent a few more days tweaking the graphics a little
    • Onirism

      1.0

      License
      free Download
      Platform
      Windows

      A whimsical 3D platformer

      -
      No votes yet
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      • PROS: Fun, colourful worlds, 90s platform nostalgia
      • CONS: Lacking innovation, Some might find it unimaginative
    • Risk of Rain

      License
      buy Download
      Platform
      Windows

      Action platformer with roguelike elements

      8
      3 votes
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      • Iconoclasts

        License
        free Download
        Platform
        Windows

        A beautiful, but unfinished platformer

        9
        7 votes
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        • PROS: Looks great, Well designed, Tight controls
        • CONS: Unfinished
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