Even though platformers are seen as somewhat archaic, there are a lot of modern ones worth playing. This list features those, as well as some more classic examples of the genre.

One of my favorite styles of RPG combat system is when a developer uses cards as a way to power its combat. I've played many ...

While Straftat is the easier reference here, Vholume arguably has more in common with Babbdi, which shares the brutalist aesthetic of both Straftat and Vholume. But was a moody single-player ...

Ninja Gaiden has returned as a new 2D side-scrolling action platformer called Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. Revealed at The Game Awards 2024 with the trailer, below, Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound sees new ...

Hack-and-slash games with 2D art styles offer satisfying combat experiences. Dive into unique narratives and beautiful 2D ...

In response to a changing landscape, artists are reshaping themselves by reaching out into new media, creative sectors and ...

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2025 was a massive year for indie games, and while plenty were worthy of players' time, these 15 titles are the best of the ...

India’s gaming boom is creating new opportunities for game artists as technology and AI reshape the creative industry.

Playing games on your phone can be as addictive as social media. I know this firsthand, having downloaded several games on my phone to keep from doom-scrolling. While this is a smart plan in itself, ...

The NpcManager component is the heart of the Player2 Unity SDK, allowing you to create AI‑driven NPCs that can chat and perform actions in your game world. To start integrating the player2-sdk into ...

When winter arrives and outdoor time is limited, students’ energy often skyrockets while attention spans plummet. I used to dread those weeks when the playground was too icy or the rain poured nonstop ...