The Best 2D scrolling Games for Xbox Series X

Update : Retaliate added at rank #4.
Here are our 10 Best 2D scrolling Games for Xbox Series X:
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Gigapocalypse (2021)

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Become a customizable giant monster with manifold skills in Gigapocalypse, inspired by classical Kaijū movies such as “Godzilla” and “King Kong” and the game classic “Rampage”.


  • tamagotchi
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • dinosaurs
  • destruction
  • arcade
  • cute
  • boss-fight
  • skill
  • mech
  • 1990s
  • scrolling
  • casual
  • boss

2

Cyber mission (2023)

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Side-scroller, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.


  • scrolling
  • local
  • cooperative
  • 2d
  • shooter
  • shoot-em-up
  • scroller
  • pixel
  • multiplayer
  • aliens
  • action
  • military
  • team
  • boss
  • arcade

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Greak: Memories of Azur (2021)

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Join the adventure in Greak: Memories of Azur, a beautifully hand-drawn game that takes you through magical lands. Dive into a captivating story of family and unity, solve intricate puzzles, and engage in thrilling combat. Experience the unique character swapping mechanics and immerse yourself in the expressive live orchestra soundtrack. A must-play for anyone interested in a fresh take on the Metroidvania genre.


What we like:
  • Stunning hand-drawn graphics
  • Engaging puzzles and storytelling
  • Unique character swapping mechanics
  • Expressive live orchestra soundtrack
What could be improved:
  • Short gameplay for the price
  • Challenging management of multiple characters
  • Clunky controls
  • Limited character development

  • platform
  • hand-drawn
  • puzzle
  • inventory
  • boss-fight
  • 2d
  • boss
  • combat
  • scrolling
  • adventure
  • battle
  • cooperative

4

Retaliate (2024)

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You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!


  • top-down
  • shoot-em-up
  • shooter
  • space
  • retro
  • scroller
  • linear
  • scrolling
  • arcade
  • attack
  • score
  • 2d
  • vertical-scrolling

5

Asterix & Obelix: Slap Them All 2 (2023)

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Asterix & Obelix – Slap them all! 2 is a slap-filled Beat’em Up with an original storyline. New enemies and bosses to deal out the slaps to! The ability to destroy certain elements of the environment. Play with 2 players in local Co-op mode. An original story with animated scenes.


  • slap
  • spectacle
  • beat-em-up
  • fight
  • 2d
  • horizontal
  • book
  • comic
  • scrolling
  • hand-drawn
  • cartoony

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