In the 1990s, a Nintendo 64 game developed by Rare was as good as gold. Having established themselves as power-houses in the game developing world, Rare would put out some of the best titles, not only for their company, but on the platform. One game that helped cement their status was Banjo-Kazooie.
Category: Platforming Games
Platforming Games
Super Mario 3D World – Wii U
Platform: Wii U Release Date (NA): November 22nd, 2013 Developer: Nintendo, 1-UP Studio Publisher: Nintendo Genre: 3D Platformer Nerd Rating: 8.5 out of 10 The latest Mario platformer is finally here! Although Super Mario 3D World may have been overshadowed by the releases of the PS4 and Xbox One, there are still plenty of us… Continue reading Super Mario 3D World – Wii U
Super Mario Bros 3 – NES
Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System Developer: Nintendo R&D4 Publisher: Nintendo Release Date (NA): Feb 12th, 1990 Genre: Platforming Rating: 9.5 out of 10 Reviewed by Dovahkyle This game is not only one of my best memories of childhood free time and many fights over who gets to be Mario with my brother, it is timeless and my… Continue reading Super Mario Bros 3 – NES
Tails’ Skypatrol – Game Gear
Platform: Sega Game Gear Developer: JSH Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): Japan: 1995 Genre: Platformer Nerd Rating: 4 out of 10 Reviewed by NerdBerry Tails’ Skypatrol is Miles “Tails” Prower’s first spin-off game from the Sonic the Hedgehog games of which he is known. While technically a spin-off and a prequel, Tails’ Skypatrol is not… Continue reading Tails’ Skypatrol – Game Gear
Chiki Chiki Boys – Sega Genesis
Platform: Sega Genesis Developer: Capcom and Visco Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): 1990 Arcade / 1992 Genesis Genre: Platformer Nerd Rating: 6.25 out of 10 Reviewed by NerdBerry Chiki Chiki Boys, or better known as the Mega Twins in Japan on the arcade, is a platforming game running with the pack of other platformers gracing… Continue reading Chiki Chiki Boys – Sega Genesis
Ratchet and Clank Into the Nexus – PS3
Platform: PS3 Developer: Insomniac games Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment Release Date: AU November 6, 2013 NA November 12, 2013 EU November 20, 2013 JP December 12, 2013 Genre: Platforming Nerd Rating:9 out 10 Reviewed by Shadow Links Insomniac FINALLY returns to its core gameplay for the Ratchet and Clank series 4 years after A Crack in Time was released.… Continue reading Ratchet and Clank Into the Nexus – PS3
Super Castlevania IV – SNES
The “super” in Super Castlevania IV is aptly placed. Everything from the controls to the graphics to the music is incredible and well thought out. Veteran gamers may find this title too easy, but the enjoyability factor is through the roof. Check it out.
Super Mario Bros. – NES
What can be said about this game that hasn’t been said already? Its age may show, but the innovation that it brought to the industry can’t be overstated. Its the most essential video game on any must-play list.
New Super Mario Bros. 2 – 3DS
Anyone who thinks New Super Mario Bros 2 is simply treading old waters hasn’t given it enough of a chance. While the theme is familiar, the ingenious level design, flawless controls, and addictive replay value make for hours of gaming excellence.
Flicky – Genesis
In the genre of platformers, it’s no question who had the best games on the Genesis. However, Flicky proves to be fun and engaging in its own right. It would have benefited from a graphical upgrade, but the gameplay and charming graphics are worth checking out.
Final Exam – PC
Final Exam could have benefited from a little more attention to detail in the controls and originality departments, but its main draw is the fun gameplay, especially for the low price tag. Try it out if you’re bored.
Socket – Sega Genesis
Socket had potential but its poor level design, flawed controls and shameless similarities to the Sonic the Hedgehog games drag it down. It’s good for about an hour of time killing, but not much more.
Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse – NES
First Castlevania too hard? Then avoid Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse, because things haven’t changed much. The graphics can be nice at times and playing as other characters is fun, but not worth the price of all the controllers you’ll be throwing in frustration.
Castlevania II: Simon’s Quest – NES
The RPG elements add a whole new dimension to the platforming genre, but solving puzzles can be difficult without the Internet, as can simple things like jumping and walking down stairs. Simon’s Quest is fun but not for beginners.
Chuck Rock – Sega CD
Chuck Rock came out at a time when platformers were everywhere and it has everything you want in the genre. The music is especially enjoyable, and while nothing else stands out as being awesome, it has nothing wrong with it either.