The Best Action platform Games for Playstation 4 - Page 4

Update : Beyond the Ice Palace 2 added at rank #31.
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Beyond the Ice Palace 2 (2025)

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

Arise from the dead as the 'Cursed King' in an enthralling action platformer. Wield the chains that once imprisoned you to vanquish foes and traverse your fallen kingdom. Uncover hidden areas, strategically level up, and reclaim your throne by banishing colossal bosses!


  • platform
  • 2d
  • precision
  • metroidvania
  • vampire
  • castlevania
  • dark
  • gothic
  • pixel
  • action
  • fantasy
  • visual-novel
  • exploration
  • action-adventure
  • classic

32

9 Years of Shadows (2023)

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(Nintendo Switch) Nintendo Switch PC Windows (Playstation 5 Xbox Series X/s Playstation 4 Xbox One)

9 Years of Shadows is a metroidvania game with a good plot and beautiful graphics. You play as Europa, exploring Talos Castle to remove the curse that caused the world to lose its color and emotions. With elemental armors and escalating complexity in Europa's powers, the game is a delightful experience for fans of the genre.


What we like:
  • Solid mechanics
  • Beautiful graphics and music
  • Escalating complexity in Europa's powers
  • Unique elemental armors
  • Good plot
What could be improved:
  • Minor bugs and glitches
  • Environmental puzzles lack intricacy
  • No fast travel
  • Unskippable cutscenes
  • Game might be too easy

  • metroidvania
  • pixel
  • exploration
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • platform
  • underwater
  • action-adventure
  • scroller
  • story
  • adventure
  • lore
  • atmospheric
  • redwall
  • action

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COGEN: Sword of Rewind (2022)

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Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox Series X Xbox One Nintendo Switch

Rewind, rethink, redo. COGEN is a brand-new kind of 2D action game where there's no time for death.


  • manipulation
  • 2d
  • dynamic
  • swordplay
  • time
  • platform
  • tutorial
  • attack
  • score
  • scroller
  • futuristic
  • narration
  • action-adventure
  • action
  • sci-fi

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Azure Striker Gunvolt (2014)

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Nintendo 3DS Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch PC Windows

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

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

35

Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2 (2018)

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PC Windows Mac OS Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Step into the 1940s in Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2, an action-packed shooter where you play as Vinnie, a gangster caught up in World War 2. Enjoy upgraded character mobility, immersive environments and a hilarious storyline, all set to the backdrop of the 40s. Take on enemies solo or with up to 3 friends in co-op mode, and watch as your enemies' ragdoll corpses fly through the air. Get ready for fast-paced action, humor and animated cutscenes in this fun and addictive kill-simulator.


What we like:
  • Perfect blend of Mafia, Medal of Honor, Wolfenstein, and Metal Slug
  • Improved controls compared to the first entry
  • Epic and action-packed adventure with lots of twists and turns
  • Wide range of weapons and enemies
  • Can be played cooperatively with friends
What could be improved:
  • Control mechanics take some time to get used to
  • Short gameplay
  • Limited ammo for each kind of gun

  • zombies
  • cooperative
  • shooter
  • platform
  • local
  • zombie-outbreak
  • 2d
  • action
  • online
  • gore
  • run-and-gun
  • scroller
  • side-scrolling

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Saga of Sins (2023)

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Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox Series X PC Windows Linux Nintendo Switch Mac OS

Saga of Sins is an expiatory action-adventure which features a mystical storyline and a rewarding arcade gameplay! Transform into demonic creatures and fight the seven deadly sins.


  • platform
  • transhumanism
  • multiple-endings
  • 2d
  • action-adventure
  • medieval
  • rpg
  • hand-drawn
  • arcade
  • atmospheric
  • action
  • linear
  • puzzle
  • story

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RWBY: Arrowfell (2022)

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

Dive into an explosive new RWBY adventure! Instantly switch between Ruby, Weiss, Blake, and Yang, and use their weapons and Semblances to battle a mysterious new threat in this in-canon story set during RWBY Volume 7! Featuring a new song by Jeff Williams with vocals by Casey Lee Williams!


  • beat-em-up
  • platform
  • scroller
  • anime
  • action-adventure
  • 2.5d
  • hack-and-slash
  • 2d
  • exploration
  • boss-fight
  • combat
  • action
  • family-friendly
  • boss
  • colourful

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Cursed Castilla (2019)

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Linux ouya Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo 3DS Nintendo Switch PC Windows

Cursed Castilla (Maldita Castilla EX) is an arcade action platformer full of creatures from medieval myths from Spain and the rest of Europe, as well as from chivalric romances. This game is an extended version of the renowned classic arcade Maldita Castilla, originally created by the indie Locomalito.


  • classic
  • arcade
  • platform
  • 2d
  • retro
  • medieval
  • old-school
  • mythology
  • pixel
  • chiptune
  • action
  • mazelike
  • sprite
  • boomerang
  • dungeon

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The Wonderful 101: Remastered (2020)

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Nintendo Switch, Playstation 4, PC Windows remastered wii u Playstation 4 PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Lead an army of 100 Wonderful Ones from around the world in this Unite Action spectacular!


  • superhero
  • single-screen
  • action-adventure
  • hack-and-slash
  • platform
  • villain
  • action
  • menu
  • aliens
  • timing
  • innovative
  • networking
  • half-baked
  • adventure
  • combat

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Verlet Swing (2018)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone Mac OS

Verlet Swing is a curious game where you must swing and manoeuvre through obstacles towards a shimmering goal in order to escape. Target something, then use the left thumbstick to guide you through the air, timing your swings correctly to avoid obstacles and crashing into the ground. With 100 levels to clear, each with their own online leaderboards, it provides plenty of challenge and satisfaction.


What we like:
  • Unique concept
  • Interesting visuals
  • Exhilarating experience with sound of air rushing around
  • Reasonable price considering the amount of gameplay
  • Chilled out vibe with themed levels
What could be improved:
  • Repetitive tasks
  • Some stages can feel unfair

  • fast-paced
  • surreal
  • editor
  • level
  • abstract
  • 3d
  • action
  • first-person
  • challenging
  • replay-value
  • difficult
  • platform
  • manipulation
  • sport
  • corridor

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