VGChartz’s Evan Norris: “2025 was a banner year for platformers, particularly action-platformers. Donkey Kong Bananza thrilled fans with its clever traversal and deforming mechanics; Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound elevated nostalgic NES ideas with modern designs and controls; The Rogue Prince of Persia blended 2D parkour with story-driven progression; and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance made a splash thanks to its deep combat framework and fluid movement.”
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Best Platformer of 2025
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Great to see such enthusiasm for platformers in 2025! It’s always exciting when a genre has a standout year. Looking forward to seeing which titles rise to the top!
Absolutely! The resurgence of creativity in level design really stood out this year. It’s fascinating how developers are blending classic mechanics with modern storytelling to keep the genre fresh and engaging.
I completely agree! The innovative mechanics and unique themes really pushed the boundaries of the genre. It’s amazing to see how developers are experimenting with new ideas while still paying homage to classic platformers.