tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 I was wondering if you had any recommendations for platformers you have found enjoyable? I tend to buy whatever is on offer each week from Ratalaika, eastasiasoft etc. But the tend to be really fast platinums and they’re over very quickly! I ended up making accounts in different regions so I could play them again and earn trophies but the ones I like are over so quickly! I’m playing Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2 at the minute and I really like it.. and you have to work a bit harder for the trophies. Are there any others I can put on my wishlist? I do tend to like run&gun games but I like arcade shooters as well. Any you can think of let me know ☺️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silocia Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Yooka-Laylee is currently on sale. I've heard mixed things but considering both games are on sale in a bundle for a £11 I'm going to finally give them a go. I've had a look at recent reviews and it gives me old school 3D platformer vibes. Looks cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 I actually bought this not too long back. I played it for a while but then got stuck ? my attention span is rubbish I’m a flitter. Will complete it at some point. It’s a bit of a collectathon which I’m also a fan of. Reminds me a bit of Spyro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DrBloodmoney Posted May 14, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted May 14, 2021 If I remember, you are a Vita fan, so one you should absolutely check out (well 2 actually) if you haven't played them are the Guacamelee games - They are great, fun platformers - not too tough, but control great, play well and are clever, smart and genuinely funny to boot. Other than those, you can't really go wrong with: Sundered, Teslagrad or any of the Trine games and if you wanted to try a slightly more esoteric take on traditional 'platforms' there is a game called Dandara, that I think is really amazing, and unlike anything else I've played. Also, if you wanted to go down the Rogue-Like route (which is generally much harder to master, but always easy to pick up, very fun to play, and offer an amazing amount of replay value since they are procedurally generated), Rogue Legacy and Dead Cells are both best-in-class entries. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldhardcrash_ Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Shovel Knight is brilliant if you like 2D platformers. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 @DrBloodmoney thanks as always for your thorough recommendations ☺️ I’ve bought the Trine trilogy as it’s on offer and put the others in my wishlist. I’m guessing with Guacamelee for the Vita we will never get an offer on it? @coldhardcrash_ this looks completely up my street! I think the years growing up with a gameboy these types of games will always be close to my heart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrBloodmoney Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 (edited) 4 minutes ago, tonkie18 said: @DrBloodmoney thanks as always for your thorough recommendations I’ve bought the Trine trilogy as it’s on offer and put the others in my wishlist. I’m guessing with Guacamelee for the Vita we will never get an offer on it? Yeah, probably not gonna see a sale on the Vita version, but both games do exist on the big-boy consoles, so worth a punt if they appear in a sale - the visuals on those games are more than good enough to look great on a big screen too Edited May 14, 2021 by DrBloodmoney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldhardcrash_ Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 (edited) 8 minutes ago, tonkie18 said: this looks completely up my street! I think the years growing up with a gameboy these types of games will always be close to my heart. Awesome, reckon you'd like The Messenger in that case too. One of my favourite 2D Platformers/Metroidvanias of all time along with Guacamelee. Another fun and easy one is Whipseey and the Lost Atlas (although it is very short) and the no-hit trophies will take some practice. Celeste is also amazing but is insanely difficult if you play it legitimately without the in-game assist mode. Edited May 14, 2021 by coldhardcrash_ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ConAir Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 - Kaze & The Wild Masks only came out recently but I wait for the physical release which comes out soon. - Shantae (all games) - Sir Eatsalot (Vita exclusive) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 @DrBloodmoney I think it’s time to take the plunge then, as I’ve seen it recommended a few times now. I think I’ll get it for the vita I’m struggling for content with that @coldhardcrash_ somehow I’ve got whipseey and I’ve not tried it ? I’m downloading it now. I’ve put the messenger on my wishlist and I’ve bought Celeste as it’s on offer ☺️ Looking forward to playing them! What is the in game assist mode? @ConAir ive put them all on my wishlist, the Shantae games look awesome. I’ll check sireatsalot out when I’m next on the vita ?? Thanks dude 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dalailama1989 Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 A 2D-platformer I always recommend is N++, although it is somewhat different to other games mentioned above.https://psnprofiles.com/trophies/3723-n You can always see the whole level at the same time and need to navigate through all the stationary and moving enemies/threats, while collecting coins, which extend your timer. The later levels are quite tricky, but all the more rewarding once completed. The controls are very fluid and over time, you'll learn about the momentum and what jumps you can manage to pull off. Regular price is about 20 bucks, but it has been on sale for 5 quite a few times. With its thousands of levels, it offers dozens of hours of fun&frustration Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 (edited) @dalailama1989 hey thanks for the recommendation! I can’t seem to find it on the store to add to wishlist? fear not I have found it! I’ve added it to my wishlist as it looks quite challenging. Think it will keep me busy ☺️ Edited May 14, 2021 by tonkie18 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldhardcrash_ Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 53 minutes ago, tonkie18 said: somehow I’ve got whipseey and I’ve not tried it ? I’m downloading it now. I’ve put the messenger on my wishlist and I’ve bought Celeste as it’s on offer Looking forward to playing them! What is the in game assist mode? Whipseey is fun, even if it's like a "we have Kirby at home" sort of deal. Guarantee you'll love The Messenger. The assist mode in Celeste gives you the option of applying in-game cheats such as infinite dashes, stamina and invincibility, which takes away the real fun and purpose of the game; being a great platformer. Platted it just yesterday without assist mode, and all I can say it is by far the toughest and most creative platformer I have ever played. High Plat% is because Assist mode doesn't disable trophies for whatever reason. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 @coldhardcrash_ im looking forward to trying both of them ☺️ And whipseey does remind me of Kirby as well. I may need the assist as I’m absolutely rubbish at anything except GTA ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcesius Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 (edited) Ah platformers... Always great fun From the games recommended above, I second the Guacamelee games and Dead Cells! Those are great fun. Personally two of the best platformers I have played are: The End is Nigh A platformer by the creator of Super Meat Boy and The Binding of Isaac. Puts a larger emphasis on precision instead of speed, with unique and fun gameplay mechanics, and a pretty depressing atmosphere. Splasher Pretty much the opposite... The game is focused around speedrunning, but also comes with unique mechanics. You have to navigate platforming levels and have three different types of ink to work with (sticky, bouncing, water) for all kinds of situations. I don't think you'd get the platinum of either game (no offense.. rather a warning) but they are both incredibly well made and a lot of fun Edited May 14, 2021 by Arcesius 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sealightbreeze Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Kaze And The Wild Masks Jak and Daxter New Super Lucky's Tale MediEvil Ice Age: Scrat's Nutty Adventure Spyro Trilogy Ice Age: Scrat's Nutty Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EverythingOnFire Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 (edited) If you like run & gun, you absolutely can't go wrong with Contra. It's currently 75% off too. This recommendation isn't exactly what you asked for, but Velocity 2X does have a lot of platforming sections throughout, and it's just an amazing (and underrated) game. The soundtrack is really great too. My personal 2014 GOTY. Edited May 14, 2021 by EverythingOnFire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreakon13 Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 To re-iterate what some others have suggested... If you like Metroidvanias: Hollow Knight, Axiom Verge, Guacamelee 1 & 2 If you like old school Mega Man: Shovel Knight If you like pure platformers (ie. no combat really, just tough platforming challenges): Celeste, Super Meat Boy, The End Is Nigh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baker Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Many good games mentioned above but I always recommend Klaus if someone is asking for Platformers. It’s a precision platformer like SMB with some puzzle elements in it. It only has 1200 game owners so I consider it a hidden gem. I really enjoyed it. It also has a demo you could download and see if it’s something you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HusKy Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Rayman Legends for sure. ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonkie18 Posted May 14, 2021 Author Share Posted May 14, 2021 Guys these are all great, I’ve added them all to my wishlist or bought if they’re currently on offer. It’s like I’m stocking up for the apocalypse. @Dreakon13 I never knew what the name was for those types of games. It would I appear I love metroidvanias! I’m gonna have to learn all the gaming terminology ? Thankyou! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcanehornet_ Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Here’s a few off the top of my head: - Hollow Knight -Cuphead -Crash Bandicoot Trilogy -Super Meat Boy -The end is Nigh -Duck Souls + 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roosta_141 Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 10 Second Ninja X is great fun, and currently on sale for 1.99 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zizimonster Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Try Indivisible. And Mark of the Ninja: Remastered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnlMatrix Posted May 14, 2021 Share Posted May 14, 2021 Here are my recommendations: -Super Meat Boy -Super Meat Boy Forever -The End is Nigh -Splasher -Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy -10 Second Ninja X -Ninja Senki DX -Limbo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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