The Best Platform Games for Playstation 4 - Page 2

Update : Promenade added at rank #34.
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SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated (2020)

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Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs.


  • platform
  • remake
  • robots
  • multiplayer
  • cult
  • classic
  • 3d
  • boss-fight
  • funny

12

Axiom Verge 2 (2021)

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83
Review score
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Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch wii u vita PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Dive into Axiom Verge 2, an epic adventure that takes you into a mysterious parallel universe. As Indra, unravel the secrets of this world, battling monsters, hacking machines, and exploring ancient ruins. With intriguing gameplay, unique combat mechanics, and a refreshing protagonist, this game offers an immersive, fast-paced, and thrilling experience.


What we like:
  • Excellent game design with a lot to discover
  • Unique combat mechanics that encourage stealth and hacking
  • Refreshing protagonist that breaks stereotypes
  • Improved aesthetic with varied pixel art and haunting music
  • Gameplay is fast-paced and responsive with a diverse array of weapons
What could be improved:
  • Level tree imbalance and unclear progression at times
  • Combat feels optional and some weapons are underutilized
  • Occasional confusion in navigating the open world
  • Less emphasis on bosses and limited weapon options

  • boss
  • exploration
  • platform
  • metroid
  • retro
  • boss-fight
  • classic
  • sci-fi
  • alternate
  • pixel
  • combat
  • metroidvania
  • narrative
  • adventure
  • fight

13

Sonic Frontiers (2022)

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79
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X

Sonic Frontiers is a 3D platformer that changes the classic Sonic formula with large-scale, open-ended islands for Sonic to explore. Players are tasked with collecting collectibles, solving puzzles and playing minigames to move the story forward. The game also includes a dedicated skill tree full of new moves, bombastic boss sequences and an exceptional soundtrack.


What we like:
  • Open world exploration
  • Fun traversal mechanics
  • Solid combat
  • Intuitive level design
  • Great soundtrack
  • Darker narrative ambitions than traditional Sonic games
What could be improved:
  • Rough textures
  • Popping in visuals
  • No colorblind modes or remappable controls

  • platform
  • open-world
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • classic
  • exploration
  • open-zone

14

Marble It Up Ultra (2023)

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81
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Nintendo Switch Linux Mac OS Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows

Roll, bounce, boost, and blast your way to victory in Marble It Up! Ultra - the ultimate marble platformer. Chase the records of your friends and the world's best players through a vast campaign - or face them head-on in thrilling multiplayer mayhem. Get ready to roll!


  • platform
  • physics
  • multiplayer
  • arcade
  • 3d
  • buttery-smooth
  • online
  • time
  • attack
  • colourful
  • fast-paced
  • ball
  • abstract
  • editor
  • level

15

Little Nightmares (2017)

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95
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Xbox One Playstation 4 Nintendo Switch stadia PC Windows IOS iPhone Android

Immerse yourself in Little Nightmares, a dark whimsical tale that will confront you with your childhood fears! Help Six escape The Maw – a vast, mysterious vessel inhabited by corrupted souls looking for their next meal.

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  • horror
  • puzzle
  • platform
  • stealth

16

Mr. Run and Jump (2023)

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78
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PC Windows Linux Mac OS Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 5 Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Xbox Series X/s

Embark on a thrilling adventure with Mr. Run and Jump, a precision platformer game! Navigate through vibrant realms, dodge enemies, and collect power gems. With smooth controls, hidden treasures, and dynamic difficulty options, you are in for a ride of a lifetime. Are you ready to save the day?


What we like:
  • Exemplary precision platformer
  • Engaging mechanics and challenges
  • Smooth and polished gameplay
  • Fun and addictive time trials
  • Retro-nostalgic art style
What could be improved:
  • Some levels are extremely difficult

  • platform
  • precision
  • 2d
  • collectathon
  • dog

17

Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider (2023)

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78
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PC Windows Nintendo Switch Playstation 4 Playstation 5

Step into the shoes of Moonrider, a vengeful ninja warrior in the thrilling side-scrolling action game, Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider. Battle through eight deadly stages, customize your fighting style, and immerse yourself in the captivating retro experience with an incredible soundtrack and stunning visuals.


What we like:
  • Solid and responsive gameplay
  • Fun and challenging stages
  • Visually stunning with a retro feel
  • Great soundtrack
  • Customizable fighting style
What could be improved:
  • Slightly underwhelming for its price
  • Limited unlockable content
  • Occasionally fiddly controls
  • Some graphics can be unclear

  • platform
  • retro
  • ninja
  • boss
  • action
  • side-scrolling
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • classic
  • metroidvania
  • hack-and-slash
  • boss-fight

18

Teslagrad 2 (2023)

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77
Review score
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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Xbox One Xbox Series X Xbox Series X/s

Dive into Teslagrad 2, a stunning steampunk-inspired puzzle-platform game! Harness electromagnetic powers to conquer untamed lands, battle Viking raiders, and face epic bosses. With enhanced visuals, vast world, and innovative puzzles, you'll be captivated by this immersive adventure. Unravel secrets and explore Lumina's dark past in beautifully hand-painted environments. No need to play the first part to enjoy the game!


What we like:
  • Engaging gameplay
  • Exciting exploration
  • Smooth magnetism abilities
  • Stunning art and visual storytelling
  • Unique and refreshing metroidvania experience
What could be improved:
  • Short gameplay length relative to price
  • Repetitive and short boss fights

  • platform
  • puzzle
  • steampunk
  • boss-fight
  • boss
  • metroidvania
  • 2d

19

Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series (2022)

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

Join Klonoa on a heroic quest in the KLONOA Phantasy Reverie Series, a remastered collection of nostalgic Japanese-style games. Dive into a unique universe filled with original characters, challenging levels, and high-spirited soundtracks. Enjoy improved graphics, simplified gameplay, and adjustable difficulty settings. Dress up as the enemy character and embark on an unforgettable adventure!


What we like:
  • Unique and immersive gameplay
  • High-quality remastered graphics
  • Adjustable difficulty settings
  • Exciting levels with well-paced puzzles
  • Bonus content adding value to the game
What could be improved:
  • Games are relatively short

  • platform
  • remake
  • side-scrolling

20

Gravity Circuit (2023)

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87
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PC Windows Mac OS Linux Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Playstation 4

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.


  • platform
  • robots
  • 2d
  • beat-em-up
  • metroidvania
  • retro
  • pixel
  • scroller
  • superhero
  • futuristic
  • fast-paced
  • classic
  • action

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