The Best Action platform Games - Page 3

Update : Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound added at rank #5.
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Katana ZERO (2019)

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PC Windows Xbox One Mac OS Nintendo Switch

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.


  • platform
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • cyberpunk
  • assassin
  • violent
  • instant-death
  • manipulation
  • time
  • hack-and-slash
  • story
  • action
  • ninja
  • fast-paced
  • gore

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Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2 (2022)

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PC Windows Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Break into the new apeX of 2D action! INTI CREATES is proud to present new apeX of cutting-edge 2D action with Luminous Avenger iX 2!


  • boss
  • platform
  • 2d
  • action
  • robots
  • action-adventure
  • sci-fi
  • melee
  • scroller
  • boss-fight
  • pixel
  • combo
  • anime
  • retro-tinted
  • fantasy

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Castlevania Advance Collection (2021)

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85
Review score
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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Xbox One

The Castlevania Advance Collection is a compilation of four classic retro games from the beloved Castlevania series. Developed by M2, the collection offers an art gallery, full soundtrack and plenty of quality of life features to make the games more accessible for modern audiences.


What we like:
  • Rewind gameplay feature
  • High Quality Sound
  • Save/Load anytime
  • Adjustable screen size & wallpaper
  • Gadget Settings for rare items
What could be improved:
  • Harmony of Dissonance has awkward controls
  • Souls in Aria of Sorrow can be limiting
  • Dracula X is linear and unforgiving

  • vampire
  • boss
  • platform
  • classic
  • gothic
  • exploration
  • boss-fight
  • card
  • action
  • rpg
  • adventure
  • platform-adventure
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • 2d

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Dead Cells (2018)

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95
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Playstation 5 Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch Mac OS Linux IOS iPhone Android

Dead Cells is a challenging and rewarding roguevania game that offers a variety of weapons and spells to choose from in a nonlinear progression world. With every run being different, the game's tough but fair combat promises hours of fun and excitement. The game also offers regular free updates, making it a must-play for anyone who loves rogue-like or metroidvania games.


What we like:
  • Highly accessible to players with a wide range of assist options and settings
  • Satisfying and challenging combat with a variety of weapons and skills
  • Gorgeous backdrops, great soundtrack, and amazing sound design
  • Endless unlocks and secrets with highly-rewarding gameplay
  • Passionate developers who continue to add new content and engaging community.
What could be improved:
  • Slow progression
  • Overpowered items
  • Frustrating to more casual players

  • rogue-like
  • platform
  • boss
  • combat
  • metroidvania
  • pixel
  • action
  • roguevania
  • dungeon

25

Grimvalor (2018)

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84
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IOS iPhone Nintendo Switch Android

GrimValor is a dark fantasy action-adventure game with smooth controls, fast movements and challenging enemies. You will need to master basic movements, earn new abilities and access items while taking on powerful bosses. Enjoy an immense amount of content with no IAPs or ads.

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What we like:
  • Smooth controls
  • Fast movements
  • Challenging enemies
  • No IAPs or ads
  • Robust RPG mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Collision detection can be gummy near walls and platform edges
  • Occasional attempts at story-telling not up to standards of the rest of the game

  • boss
  • platform
  • combat
  • challenging
  • tall
  • action
  • souls
  • boss-fight
  • entertainment
  • zombie-type
  • mad
  • nice-looking
  • puzzle
  • difficult
  • fast-paced

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Blaster Master Zero 3 (2021)

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86
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Xbox Series X Xbox One PC Windows Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch

Blaster Master Zero 3 is the ultimate mutant blasting action game that will leave you on the edge of your seat! This hybrid side-scrolling and top-down action game will take you on an epic journey through various dimensions. With a variety of new abilities and weapons at your disposal, you can travel through super-dimensional space and reverse the situation with the VRV system. Don't miss the epic conclusion of the Jason Saga!


What we like:
  • Continuation of the storyline from the first 2 games
  • Compatible with controllers
  • Retro graphics style
  • Retro music
  • Multiple endings
What could be improved:
  • High difficulty curve
  • Confusing storyline if the first 2 games are not played
  • PC version has weird technical issues

  • platform
  • top-down
  • retro
  • metroidvania
  • boss
  • dungeon
  • side-scrolling
  • pixel
  • boss-fight
  • classic
  • anime
  • 2d
  • old-school
  • action
  • futuristic

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Nuclear Blaze (2021)

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Nuclear Blaze is a unique 2D firefighting game from the creator of Dead Cells, with all the devastating backdrafts, exploding walls and sprinklers you could expect. Fight your way through a mysterious facility and try to keep the blaze under control.

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  • platform
  • 2d
  • action-adventure
  • mystery
  • scroller
  • exploration
  • atmospheric
  • pixel
  • colourful
  • rogue-like
  • action
  • investigation
  • full-blown

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Bloodroots (2020)

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Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One

In Bloodroots, you're Mr. Wolf, a man betrayed and left for dead, seeking vengeance. Use everything around you to choreograph ultra-violent combos in a twisted Western revenge tale. Experiment with different objects as weapons, enjoy the smooth gameplay and amazing music, and compete for fame on worldwide leaderboards.

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What we like:
  • Satisfying and fluid gameplay
  • Unique use of objects as weapons
  • Compelling story with deranged characters
  • Great music and visuals
  • Encourages creative problem-solving
What could be improved:
  • Limited player freedom
  • Can become repetitive towards the end

  • violent
  • western
  • top-down
  • fast-paced
  • action
  • platform
  • combo
  • isometric
  • blood
  • beat-em-up
  • gore
  • cartoony
  • hack-and-slash
  • animal
  • difficult

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Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 (2016)

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87
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Xbox One PC Windows

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!


  • platform
  • boss
  • anime
  • boss-fight
  • action
  • 2d
  • man
  • side-scrolling

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Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018)

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PC Windows Xbox Series X stadia Linux Mac OS Xbox One Playstation 4

Experience the thrilling conclusion of Lara's origin story in Shadow of the Tomb Raider Definitive Edition. Master an unforgiving jungle, explore underwater tunnels, and unleash chaos on your enemies. Conquer terrifying tombs with advanced traversal skills and uncover a hidden city. With the base game and all DLC included, this is the ultimate way to become the Tomb Raider you're destined to be. Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime?


What we like:
  • Excellent graphics
  • Well-acted story
  • Fun combat
  • Precise controls
  • Cool optional challenge tombs
What could be improved:
  • Collecting materials for upgrades felt pointless
  • Frequent loss of weapons
  • Tedious climbing
  • Occasional bugs with jumping

  • puzzle
  • stealth
  • adventure
  • exploration
  • underwater
  • combat
  • action-adventure
  • platform
  • action
  • cover
  • narrative
  • shooter
  • survival
  • crafting
  • skill

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