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2D Platformer 'Nullstar Solus' Release Date Set for April 16
The sci-fi 2D platformer Nullstar: Solus, developed by Smash Attack Studios and published by indie.io, will launch on April 16, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Players control a scavenger drone pilot navigating hazardous environments across 100 handcrafted levels.
Sci-Fi Drone 2D Platformer Nullstar: Solus Lands April Release Date
The sci-fi drone 2D platformer Nullstar: Solus will launch on April 16, 2026, for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Developed by Smash Attack Aus and published by indie.io, the game features 100 bite-sized levels focused on precision movement and speed. Team member Dean Baron expressed excitement for the game's release, calling it a 'love letter' to classic games.
Sci-Fi Drone 2D Platformer NullStar: Solus Launching April 16
The precision 2D platformer NullStar: Solus is set to launch on April 16 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch. Developed by Smash Attack Aus and indie.io, the game features 80 levels and voice work by Alanah Pearce. The developers aim to create an accessible yet challenging experience for players of all skill levels.
Sci-fi drone 2D platformer Nullstar: Solus launches April 16 for PS5, Xbox Series, Switch, and PC
The science-fiction 2D platformer Nullstar: Solus is set to launch on April 16 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a drone protagonist in a sci-fi setting.
Game Publisher Mindscape and Dav Pilkey extend global partnership to develop the next game in the Dog Man universe!
Publisher Mindscape and author Dav Pilkey have extended their global partnership to develop a new game set in the Dog Man universe. Building on the success of "Dog Man: Mission Impawsible," the upcoming title will be a 2D side-scrolling platformer featuring enhanced visuals and new gameplay elements. The Joester Loria Group facilitated the agreement, and development will be handled by Floor 84 Studio.
Sprint City from the creators of SpeedRunners arrives on Steam
Sprint City, a new Early Access 2D competitive platformer from the creators of SpeedRunners, has launched on Steam and Linux. The game features momentum-based movement, online multiplayer for up to 8 players, and solo time trials. It is set to officially release on March 31, 2026.
Legacy Of Kain: Ascendance Awakens – A Classic World Reimagined In 2D
Legacy of Kain: Ascendance is a new 2D action platformer reimagining the classic series for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Developed by Bit Bot Media, it features fast-paced combat, supernatural abilities, and a narrative-driven experience that blends pixel art gameplay with cinematic storytelling.
Sprint City now available in Early Access
Sprint City, described as a "movement-first shared world competitive 2D platformer," has launched in Early Access. The game is now available for players to experience.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park Review - GameHaunt
This review of Super Mario Bros. Wonder's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition focuses on the new Bellabel Park expansion and platform upgrades. The expansion introduces creative Koopaling boss battles and challenging Toad Brigade Training Camp missions, significantly enhancing the base game's cooperative and single-player offerings. While competitive modes are less developed, the overall package, including performance improvements and quality-of-life updates, justifies the upgrade.
It’s Time To Save The Flock In Chicken Rescue
Chicken Rescue is a 2D platformer available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC for £4.19. Developed by Marcell Rocha and published by PowerSlash Studios, the game tasks players with rescuing chicks across challenging levels using gliding and egg-throwing mechanics. It encourages exploration for collectibles like diamonds and hidden routes, offering replayability.
The Eternal Life of Goldman Premieres Day One On Xbox Game Pass!
The hand-drawn 2D platformer The Eternal Life of Goldman will be available day one on Xbox Game Pass. Developed by Weappy Studio and published by THQ Nordic, the game is also releasing on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. A demo for Xbox Series X|S is available now.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition delightfully enhances a modern classic
The Nintendo Switch version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder receives enhancements, including new content and single-player additions. These updates make revisiting the modern 2D platformer a delightful experience.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park Review 💐
This review covers the Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, highlighting its excellent performance on the new hardware and its core 2D platforming gameplay. The article praises new features like the Super Flower Pot power-up, playable Rosalina with Co-Star Luma, and Dual Badges, alongside the extensive multiplayer challenges in Bellabel Park and new Koopaling boss battles.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park Review — Flower power
This review covers Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, an expanded version of the 2023 title for the Nintendo Switch 2. The expansion adds new Koopaling boss fights, a Super Flower Pot power-up, and challenging remixed courses. While the new content offers variety and difficulty for solo players, many of the new minigames and features are exclusively multiplayer, making the value proposition questionable for those playing alone.
Gappy’s Adventure – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Gappy's Adventure is a 2D platformer described as interactive art, featuring fluid movement and charming visuals. Players control Gappy to thwart the evil Coinkeeper, utilizing chainable moves for versatile level progression. The game emphasizes rewarding complex play for all skill levels, with features like a level creator and unlockable post-game content available through beta sign-ups.
Calebe Adventure - A new 2D platformer released for the MSX by Paulo Pereira Gonçalves & Calebe Rodrigues Gonçalves
Calebe Adventure, a new 2D platformer, has been released for the MSX by Paulo Pereira Gonçalves and Calebe Rodrigues Gonçalves. The game combines 2D exploration platforming with top-down puzzle elements, reminiscent of titles like Castle Excellent and Maze of Gallious, and features sharp graphics even on the MSX-1.
Top 7 Games for Nintendo Switch 2
This article lists the top 7 games available for the Nintendo Switch 2, highlighting its hardware improvements and diverse game library. The selection includes titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Mario Kart World, Hades II, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A, all optimized to take advantage of the console's capabilities for enhanced performance and visual fidelity.
Nintendo: Donkey Kong Bananza wouldn’t be as fun if you were destroying basic blocks, so we made it beautiful
Tatsuya Kurihara, a programmer for Nintendo's Donkey Kong Bananza, discussed the game's development at GDC. The team found that destroying generic blocks was not fun, but smashing beautiful environments provided a greater sense of satisfaction, leading them to focus on creating destructible, aesthetically pleasing worlds.
Barbarian Saga: The Beastmaster Unleashes Epic New Gameplay Trailer
SelectaPlay and Dormidin Studio have released a new gameplay trailer for Barbarian Saga: The Beastmaster, showcasing its combat and Metroidvania-inspired world. Physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are confirmed, with a global digital release planned for Fall 2026 across PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch.
Stupid Never Dies debut trailer, details, and screenshots
GPTRACK50 has released the debut trailer, details, and screenshots for their upcoming 3D platformer, Stupid Never Dies. The game promises fast-paced gameplay and vibrant visuals.