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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.
Super Meat Boy 3D frustrates me just as much as the original – in a good way
A preview of Super Meat Boy 3D on the Nintendo Switch reveals that the game retains the punishing yet rewarding difficulty of its predecessor, translating the 2D platforming into an isometric 3D perspective. While the transition to 3D introduces some friction, the core gameplay loop of learning from mistakes and immediate respawning remains intact, offering a familiar yet fresh challenge.
'It Is More Fun to Destroy That Which Is Beautiful' – Nintendo Crammed More Than 340 Million Voxels Into Just One of Donkey Kong Bananza's Layers - IGN
Nintendo developers discussed the voxel technology used in Donkey Kong Bananza, revealing that one layer alone contained over 347 million voxels. The team detailed how this technology, an evolution from Super Mario Odyssey, enabled destructible environments and contributed to the game's 60fps performance on the Switch 2.
DRACAMAR - The 3D platformer inspired by Mediterranean culture and PS2 classics, arrives on PC, PS4/5, Xbox One / Series on March 26 and Switch in April
Petoons Studio announced that its 3D platformer, Dracamar, inspired by Mediterranean culture and PS2 classics, will launch on March 26 for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The Nintendo Switch version will be released in April. Players will embark on an adventure to save their world from the evil dragon King Crad.
3D action adventure platformer Dracamar announced for Nintendo Switch
Petoons Studio has announced Dracamar, a 3D action adventure platformer inspired by classic PlayStation 2-era games and Mediterranean culture, for the Nintendo Switch. The game is scheduled to launch in April, tasking players with rescuing magic Okis and defeating the evil Dragon King.
Dracamar launches March 26 for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, and PC, in April for Switch
The 3D platformer Dracamar, inspired by late 90s and early 2000s classics, is set to launch on March 26 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. A Nintendo Switch version will follow in April.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book is $60 and file-size is 20GB
Nintendo has revealed that Yoshi and the Mysterious Book will be priced at $59.99 and have a file size of 20GB for its digital edition on Nintendo Switch. The game is set to release on May 21st. The article also mentions the availability of a Yoshi's Woolly World bundle with an amiibo figure.
Mr. Sleepy Man Review – A Weird & Wonderful 3D Platformer
Mr. Sleepy Man is a quirky and charming 3D platformer that blends fluid movement with unexpected gameplay twists, including speedruns, stealth sections, and playable music videos. Developed by Devin Santi, the game features a surreal visual style and a non-linear structure that may be confusing for those seeking a straightforward experience. Despite its eccentricities, the game offers a unique and memorable adventure for players who appreciate its weirdness.
Mr. Sleepy Man launches on Steam!
Mr. Sleepy Man, a 3D platformer developed by Devin Santi and published by Monster Theater, has launched on Steam. The game is available with a 15% discount and offers over 25 hours of gameplay featuring exploration, experimentation, and a unique soundtrack.
ARTIUS: Pure Imagination demo now available
Publisher IndieArk and developer PVic Games have released a demo for their upcoming 2D action platformer, ARTIUS: Pure Imagination. The demo is now available for players to experience.
Donkey Kong Bananza’s Emerald Rush is one of Nintendo’s best and most underrated DLCs
Donkey Kong Bananza's Emerald Rush DLC, initially criticized for its price, has become one of Nintendo's best and most underrated expansions. The roguelike mode offers over 50 hours of challenging gameplay with multiple difficulty levels and limited-time events, providing significant replay value beyond the base game's story.
Kami Quest: Enter the Imagynasium – Kickstarter Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Kami Quest: Enter the Imagynasium, a whimsical 3D platformer featuring a dalmatian named Sabbath, has released a demo on Steam. Players explore a living castle filled with spirits and surreal environments, collecting keys to uncover its mysteries. The game emphasizes style, music, and expressive characters, drawing inspiration from retro platformers.
REVIEW – Dead Cells - NintendoFuse
Dead Cells is a 2D roguelike Metroidvania where players control the Beheaded, a prisoner attempting to escape a disease-ridden island. The game features smooth visuals, tight controls, and challenging combat that requires both offense and dodging. Players collect Cells to upgrade weapons and abilities, with multiple DLCs and a New Game Plus mode offering significant replayability.
Grounder - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Grounder is a new free-to-play 2D platformer game inspired by Terraria, now available in a full BETA release. The developer plans to release updates every Friday. The game is playable directly in a web browser.
Cube Project - Free Online Browser Based HTML5 Game
Cube Project is a free, browser-based HTML5 3D platformer puzzle game that challenges players' reflexes and perception. It features perplexing puzzles and requires mastery of platforming skills in a hard gaming experience.
