The Best Side-scrolling Games - Page 4

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Valis II (2022)

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Nintendo Switch

The side-scrolling bishojo action game series "Valis", which was first released in the 80s and gained popularity, celebrated its 35th anniversary in December 2021. In commemoration of this, three of the series' most popular titles have been completely ported to Nintendo Switch.

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  • bishojo
  • side-scrolling
  • alternate
  • action

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Contra Anniversary Collection (2019)

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PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch

The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.


  • classic
  • boss
  • side-scrolling
  • shooter
  • run
  • cooperative
  • arcade
  • run-and-gun
  • action
  • platform
  • gun
  • old-school
  • retro
  • hardcore
  • boss-fight

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Armed with Wings: Rearmed (2017)

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PC Windows

You are the sword; cut down your foes with steel and thunder. You are the wings; explore the skies and uncover unreachable mysteries. Embark on a journey through a vicious world ruled by darkness and imperial tyranny - the lands of Blackmist.


  • 2d
  • swordplay
  • hack-and-slash
  • puzzle
  • side-scrolling
  • beat-em-up
  • stylized
  • exploration-driven
  • scroller
  • platform
  • ninja
  • action
  • assassin
  • non-interactive
  • combo

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ecaaacaChoju Yokai Giga (2022)

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PC Windows

The mysterious Yokai Monogatari has been opened, unleashing Yokai into the world! Help Miko seal them away and restore peace to the village. Build your deck and summon animals to defeat Yokai in this side-scrolling platformer!

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  • scroller
  • action-adventure
  • pixel
  • deck-building
  • side-scrolling
  • platform
  • 2d
  • action
  • card
  • fantasy
  • controller-support

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Pixel Game Maker Series CHAM THE CAT ADVENTURE (2021)

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Nintendo Switch

"Pixel Game Maker Series CHAM THE CAT ADVENTURE is a side-scrolling action game full of retro flavor.
The game is full of retro flavor, with a variety of tricks, including attack methods that change depending on the number of hearts (stamina).
The stages are not only side-scrolling action with various gimmicks, but also shooting aspects!

If you can collect all the keys hidden in each stage, you can challenge the hidden stages!
If you can collect all the keys hidden in each stage, you can challenge the hidden stage. Can you see the mysterious hidden boss?

The "Pixel Game Maker Series" is a series of games created using the action game creation software "Pixel Game Maker MV" that can be enjoyed on the Nintendo Switch.

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  • side-scrolling
  • retro
  • boss
  • action
  • shooter

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Pocket Rocket (2022)

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early access PC Windows various

Pocket Rocket is a minimalistic arcade racing game where you try to get the fastest time possible by maneuvering through tough hand-crafted levels.

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  • 2d
  • platform
  • racing
  • side-scrolling
  • space
  • flight
  • fast-action
  • abstract
  • minimalist
  • casual

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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (2019)

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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!


  • side-scrolling
  • gothic
  • castlevania
  • inventive
  • platform
  • boss
  • rpg
  • crafting
  • horror
  • non-linear
  • arpg
  • action
  • demons
  • alternate
  • classic

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Ninja Epic Adventure (2021)

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Nintendo Switch

Help your ninja buddie and his pals to go through 4 worlds and 36 levels in this side-scrolling arcade platformer game! Defeat monsters, collect coins and unlock weapons and new characters. Main Features: + 4 Worlds – 36 levels total, 4 Big Bosses fight at final level + Nice sound and graphics + Shop system, using free coins (gained through playing) to unlock new characters and collect items + Hit blocks to release random items + Special bullet range attack + addictive jump and run platform / obstacles runner + side-scroller gameplay with easy controls Enjoy!

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  • side-scrolling
  • ninja
  • runner
  • platform

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Bounce Mania (2021)

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Nintendo Switch

Bounce Mania is an endless side-scrolling game where you bounce balls and other characters on platforms while collecting various power ups. This experimental journey into magnificents worlds will ask you focus and dexterity. Simple yet getting tougher and tougher, definetely addictive, this game will bring you hours of guaranteed fun. 20 different characters to collect and play with.

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  • experimental
  • side-scrolling
  • endless
  • platform

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The Dragon Sword (2021)

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明朝末年,朝政腐敗,魏忠賢獨攬大權,大肆誅殺異己,前錦衣衛指揮使聶玉弓因不忍枉殺忠良,得罪了奸臣魏忠賢,遭其陷害以致家破人亡。抗金名將袁崇煥上奏摺稱頌魏忠賢的功德,相反魏忠賢派使其黨羽以袁崇煥不救錦州為由,彈劾袁崇煥,從此揭開了一場鬥智鬥力的曲折開端……

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  • cinematic
  • katana
  • side-scrolling
  • platform
  • rpg
  • strategy
  • ninja
  • top-selling
  • remake
  • animation
  • nes
  • anime
  • historical
  • third-party
  • episodic

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