Top Platformer Games
60+ platformer games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Action, Singleplayer, 2D, Indie.
Recommended Platformer Games

Hollow Knight
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Geometry Dash
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
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- #1 Hollow Knight98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 534,538 reviews2017Developer: Team CherryPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 11.3hMean: 41.2h≥1hr: 87%
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
- #2 Geometry Dash98% matchVery Positive93% of 567,135 reviews2014Developer: RobTop GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 8.5hMean: 98.0h≥1hr: 89%
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
- #3 Portal 298% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 456,665 reviews2011Developer: ValvePlatforms: Windows, LinuxMedian: 9.0hMean: 29.7h≥1hr: 92%
The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends!
- #4 Hollow Knight: Silksong97% matchVery Positive89% of 400,178 reviews2025Developer: Team CherryPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 35.1hMean: 45.2h≥1hr: 93%
Discover a vast, haunted kingdom in Hollow Knight: Silksong! Explore, fight and survive as you ascend to the peak of a land ruled by silk and song.
- #5 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition96% matchVery Positive92% of 6,988 reviews2014Developer: Drinkbox StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.1hMean: 6.7h≥1hr: 66%
The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.
- #6 Ori and the Will of the Wisps95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 143,220 reviews2020Developer: Moon Studios GmbHPublisher: Xbox Game StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 8.6hMean: 24.3h≥1hr: 87%
Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.
- #7 Cuphead95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 206,677 reviews2017Developer: Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc.Platforms: Windows, MacMedian: 7.1hMean: 23.1h≥1hr: 89%
Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings.
- #8 Celeste95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 138,420 reviews2018Developer: Maddy Makes Games Inc.Platforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.8hMean: 26.1h≥1hr: 81%
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
- #9 Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 69,981 reviews2016Developer: Moon Studios GmbHPublisher: Xbox Game StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 6.0hMean: 21.2h≥1hr: 79%
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.
- #10 Brawlhalla94% matchVery Positive80% of 403,217 reviews2017Developer: Blue Mammoth GamesPublisher: UbisoftPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 4.1hMean: 73.2h≥1hr: 75%
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
- #11 Super Meat Boy92% matchVery Positive94% of 36,925 reviews2010Developer: Team MeatPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.7hMean: 10.3h≥1hr: 77%
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
- #12 Rogue Legacy92% matchVery Positive92% of 18,678 reviews2013Developer: Cellar Door GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.9hMean: 14.5h≥1hr: 87%
Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might be a dwarf with vertigo. But that's OK, because no one is perfect, and you don't have to be to succeed.
- #13 LIMBO91% matchVery Positive92% of 60,454 reviews2011Developer: PlaydeadPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.6hMean: 5.8h≥1hr: 73%
Uncertain of his sister's fate, a boy enters LIMBO
- #14 Ori and the Blind Forest89% matchVery Positive94% of 59,304 reviews2015Developer: Moon Studios GmbHPublisher: Xbox Game StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.7hMean: 17.7h≥1hr: 87%
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.
- #15 FEZ89% matchVery Positive93% of 16,036 reviews2013Developer: Polytron CorporationPublisher: TrapdoorPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.3hMean: 4.4h≥1hr: 56%
Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives.
- #16 BattleBlock Theater®89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 72,385 reviews2014Developer: The BehemothPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.0hMean: 19.9h≥1hr: 89%
Welcome to BattleBlock Theater! You’ve got no where to go but up...on stage. Play single player or co-op to free your friends and save Hatty Hattington! Jump, solve and battle your way through a mysterious theater inhabited by highly technological felines.
- #17 Sonic Generations Collection88% matchVery Positive94% of 25,445 reviews2011Developer: Devil's DetailsPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.8hMean: 9.5h≥1hr: 61%
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
- #18 STAR WARS Jedi: Fallen Order™88% matchVery Positive88% of 169,639 reviews2019Developer: Respawn EntertainmentPublisher: Electronic ArtsPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 10.4hMean: 19.8h≥1hr: 92%
A galaxy-spanning adventure awaits in Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a 3rd person action-adventure title from Respawn. An abandoned Padawan must complete his training, develop new powerful Force abilities, and master the art of the lightsaber - all while staying one step ahead of the Empire.
- #19 Defy Gravity Extended88% matchVery Positive86% of 8,545 reviews2016Developer: Paul FischPublisher: Fish Factory GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 11.3h≥1hr: 61%
Defy Gravity is an action platformer that is a mix between classic platforming and gravity based puzzle solving.
- #20 Spelunky88% matchVery Positive92% of 16,534 reviews2013Developer: MossmouthPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 21.4h≥1hr: 78%
Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.
- #21 Mark of the Ninja87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,869 reviewsDeveloper: Klei EntertainmentPublisher: Microsoft StudiosPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.6hMean: 9.0h≥1hr: 87%
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.
- #22 Psychonauts87% matchVery Positive95% of 18,796 reviews2006Developer: Double Fine ProductionsPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.8hMean: 7.9h≥1hr: 87%
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.
- #23 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,570 reviews2014Developer: Yacht Club GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.5hMean: 15.0h≥1hr: 87%
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
- #24 Katana ZERO86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019Developer: AskiisoftPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 4.7hMean: 9.0h≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
- #25 Rayman® Legends85% matchVery Positive90% of 11,680 reviews2013Developer: Ubisoft MontpellierPublisher: UbisoftPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.1hMean: 24.1h≥1hr: 73%
Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...
- #26 DDNet85% matchVery Positive88% of 44,113 reviews2020Developer: DDNet TeamPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers!
- #27 Pizza Tower83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 70,783 reviews2023Developer: Tour De PizzaPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 18.3h≥1hr: 77%
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
- #28 Chained Together82% matchVery Positive90% of 60,245 reviews2024Developer: Anegar GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 7.4h≥1hr: 89%
From the depths of hell, climb chained to your friends through diverse worlds. Solo or co-op, try to reach the summit and discover what awaits you there...
- #29 Ultimate Chicken Horse82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 51,920 reviews2016Developer: Clever Endeavour GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.7hMean: 11.0h≥1hr: 88%
Ultimate Chicken Horse is a party platformer game where you build the level as you play, placing traps and hazards to screw your friends over, but trying not to screw yourself.
- #30 Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I83% matchMostly Negative40% of 3,700 reviews2012Developer: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 46%
The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.
- #31 Broforce81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,389 reviews2015Developer: Free LivesPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 6.6hMean: 13.1h≥1hr: 88%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
- #32 Deadlight82% matchMostly Positive79% of 12,734 reviews2012Developer: Tequila Works, S.L.Publisher: Xbox Game StudiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 5.6h≥1hr: 89%
“Probably the best downloadable title on the market right now.” 9/10 – Eurogamer.se
- #33 Trine 2: Complete Story81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 21,935 reviews2013Developer: FrozenbytePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.7hMean: 9.0h≥1hr: 89%
Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.
- #34 Awesomenauts81% matchVery Positive85% of 26,902 reviews2012Developer: Ronimo GamesPublisher: AtariPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 7.0hMean: 30.0h≥1hr: 85%
Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!
- #35 GRIS80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 93,692 reviews2018Developer: Nomada StudioPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.4hMean: 7.5h≥1hr: 78%
Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.
- #36 Sonic Mania80% matchVery Positive94% of 27,546 reviews2017Developer: Christian WhiteheadPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 9.5h≥1hr: 77%
Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.
- #37 Sonic Adventure 280% matchVery Positive89% of 27,524 reviews2012Developer: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.3hMean: 16.4h≥1hr: 63%
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
- #38 Castle of Illusion80% matchVery Positive91% of 4,267 reviews2013Developer: SEGA Studios AustraliaPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.8hMean: 4.3h≥1hr: 61%
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.
- #39 Dust: An Elysian Tail80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 18,936 reviews2013Developer: Humble Hearts LLCPublisher: Xbox Game StudiosPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.8hMean: 11.3h≥1hr: 89%
Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.
- #40 Sonic Adventure DX80% matchVery Positive92% of 18,063 reviews2011Developer: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.7hMean: 9.7h≥1hr: 58%
An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.
- #41 DuckTales: Remastered80% matchVery Positive88% of 7,730 reviews2013Developer: WayForwardPublisher: CapcomPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 7.5h≥1hr: 79%
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
- #42 Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit80% matchVery Positive85% of 3,701 reviews2012Developer: ArkedoPublisher: SEGAPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 42mMean: 4.9h≥1hr: 44%
A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.
- #43 Risk of Rain (2013)79% matchVery Positive93% of 29,779 reviews2013Developer: Hopoo GamesPublisher: Gearbox PublishingPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.8hMean: 14.5h≥1hr: 80%
Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.
- #44 Rain World78% matchVery Positive94% of 50,449 reviews2017Developer: VideocultPublisher: Akupara GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.2hMean: 23.7h≥1hr: 72%
You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.
- #45 Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy78% matchVery Positive92% of 21,442 reviews2018Developer: Vicarious VisionsPublisher: ActivisionPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.8hMean: 12.6h≥1hr: 81%
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory!
- #46 SteamWorld Dig78% matchVery Positive94% of 10,641 reviews2013Developer: Image & Form GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.0hMean: 6.0h≥1hr: 82%
SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.
- #47 Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy78% matchVery Positive82% of 80,812 reviews2017Developer: Bennett FoddyPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.5hMean: 9.9h≥1hr: 60%
A game I made for a certain kind of person. To hurt them.
- #48 DLC Quest78% matchVery Positive88% of 6,240 reviews2013Developer: Going Loud StudiosPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.3hMean: 4.4h≥1hr: 88%
What happens when DLC practices go too far? An indie developer makes a game that mocks the industry and its foibles, that's what! Defeat the bad guy, save the world and get the girl! But first you'll need to find coins to buy DLC to enable animation, sound and even pausing.
- #49 A Hat in Time76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 52,923 reviews2017Developer: Gears for BreakfastPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 7.5hMean: 19.4h≥1hr: 88%
A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights!
- #50 Nine Sols76% matchVery Positive95% of 38,824 reviews2024Developer: RedCandleGamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 6.1hMean: 17.3h≥1hr: 87%
Nine Sols is a lore rich, hand-drawn 2D action-platformer featuring Sekiro-inspired deflection focused combat. Embark on a journey of eastern fantasy, explore the land once home to an ancient alien race, and follow a vengeful hero’s quest to slay the 9 Sols, formidable rulers of this forsaken realm.
- #51 Rayman® Origins77% matchVery Positive94% of 5,805 reviews2012Developer: Ubisoft MontpellierPublisher: UbisoftPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.0hMean: 6.8h≥1hr: 63%
Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!
- #52 SpeedRunners76% matchVery Positive94% of 37,047 reviews2016Developer: DoubleDutch GamesPublisher: tinyBuildPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.9hMean: 13.5h≥1hr: 85%
Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play.
- #53 14075% matchVery Positive92% of 4,665 reviews2013Developer: Carlsen GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.5hMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 83%
140 is a challenging minimalistic platformer with abstract colorful graphics. Rhythmic awareness is required to overcome obstacles controlled by an energetic, yet melancholic electronic soundtrack.
- #54 Trine Enchanted Edition75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 15,752 reviews2009Developer: FrozenbytePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.1hMean: 12.7h≥1hr: 87%
Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world of great castles and strange machinery, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.
- #55 Braid75% matchVery Positive93% of 9,899 reviews2009Developer: Number NonePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.7hMean: 4.3h≥1hr: 61%
This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.
- #56 Cave Story+75% matchVery Positive93% of 7,930 reviews2011Developer: Nicalis, Inc.Platforms: Windows, LinuxMedian: 1.8hMean: 21.3h≥1hr: 60%
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
- #57 Rogue Legacy 274% matchVery Positive91% of 14,873 reviews2022Developer: Cellar Door GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 9.7hMean: 24.7h≥1hr: 92%
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
- #58 Spelunky 274% matchVery Positive93% of 21,543 reviews2020Developer: MossmouthPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.5hMean: 42.1h≥1hr: 83%
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.
