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Yoshi And The Mysterious Book Is About Curiosity, Not Conquest
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a unique take on the platformer genre, emphasizing curiosity and discovery over traditional conquest. While its gentle gameplay and abundance of text may not suit all players, its creative mechanics and charming presentation make it an engaging experience, especially for younger audiences. The game encourages exploration and experimentation within its vibrant, illustrated worlds.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book offers a fresh, experimental approach for the series, leaning more into puzzle mechanics than traditional platforming. While not a universal triumph, it provides a charming and low-stakes experience with a surprising amount of post-game content and unique creature interactions. This entry carves out a distinct identity for Yoshi, appealing to both younger players and long-time fans.
No Gravity Games Is Giving Away 6 Free Switch Games This Month
No Gravity Games is hosting a 'Pixel Chaos Giveaway' from May 19th to May 24th, offering one free Nintendo Switch game per day. The promotion is exclusive to North American Nintendo accounts and requires users to have previously downloaded a game from No Gravity's catalog. The giveaway focuses on classic-style platformers.
WILGOLD’S PLAYGROUND - RAGDOLL PHYSICS PLATFORMER NOW HAS A PLAYABLE DEMO ON STEAM
Wilgold Entertainment has released a playable demo for their upcoming PC ragdoll physics platformer, Wilgold's Playground, on Steam. The game, planned for a 2026 release, features physics-driven obstacle courses with a focus on sliding, speed, and time-attack challenges.
Poll: So, Will You Be Getting Yoshi And The Mysterious Book For Switch 2?
A poll asks readers if they plan to purchase Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a new exclusive title for the Nintendo Switch. The article highlights the game's release date of May 21, 2026, and its pricing, while also offering a brief preview of its gameplay and depth.
8 Co-Op Games for Couples With Mixed Platformer Skill | TAG
This guide recommends eight co-op platformer games designed to accommodate players with differing skill levels, addressing the common "platformer skill gap" in relationships. Games like It Takes Two and Super Mario Bros. Wonder feature mechanics such as bubble-rescues or asymmetric roles to ensure both partners can enjoy the experience without frustration.
Roc'NRope - A 1983 platformer developed and published by Konami for arcades is coming to the Amiga via JOTD
Developer JOTD is porting the 1983 Konami arcade platformer Roc'NRope to the Amiga. This conversion serves as a smaller project for JOTD after completing the Ghosts'N'Goblins AGA port, with the developer praising Konami's clean original code. The game is already playable and will be released once a download is available.
VoxelParkour.io - Free Online Browser Game
VoxelParkour.io is a new free online browser-based platformer game that allows players to experience precise jumping and parkour challenges. Players can create and share custom parkour maps with traps and moving platforms, play community-made levels, and speedrun for the fastest times.
Your Average Platformer - Free Online Browser Game
Your Average Platformer is a free-to-play browser-based platformer game that can be played instantly without downloads. The game offers engaging gameplay and is presented as a typical example of the genre available online.
You'll No Longer Need a Pricey Headset to Play Two of PSVR2's Best Games
The critically acclaimed virtual reality games Moss and Moss: Book II will be bundled and "reimagined" for flat screens in Moss: The Forgotten Relic, releasing this summer. Developer Polyarc is bringing the series to non-VR platforms due to the games' quality and the studio's recent financial difficulties. While some VR magic may be lost, the games are expected to remain enjoyable.
Roguelike spelunking platformer Pit Panic announced
Flying Rat Studio has announced Pit Panic, a new roguelike spelunking platformer. The game is set to release in July for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5. Pit Panic features physics-driven gameplay, environmental puzzles, and over 1,000 unique handcrafted levels with daily challenges for players.
Anniversary: Super Mario First Went 'New' 20 Years Ago On The DS
New Super Mario Bros. launched 20 years ago on the Nintendo DS, marking the first new 2D side-scrolling Mario platformer in years and revitalizing the classic formula. The game introduced new power-ups and movement abilities, and offered wireless multiplayer. It became the best-selling Nintendo DS game of all time, selling over 30 million units.
The cute VR platformer Moss and its sequel are heading to consoles
The VR platformer Moss and its sequel, Moss: Book II, are being released as a bundle for consoles this summer. This collection will include both games and some additional downloadable content.
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition Review | TheXboxHub
Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition offers a nostalgic trip back to the original 1995 platformer, featuring multiple emulated versions and a new history mode. While the collection preserves the original's eccentric charm and challenging gameplay, some dated level design elements and a reworked soundtrack may not appeal to all fans.
Next Week on Xbox: New Games for May 18 to 22
Xbox has announced a slate of new games arriving on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Game Pass between May 18 and May 22. Titles include Forza Horizon 6, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Riven, and many more across various genres.
Chucky Egg - A SymbOS conversion of the famous classic game from the early 1980s, originally written by Nigel Alderton.
A modern conversion of the classic 1980s platformer Chucky Egg has been released for the SymbOS operating system, marking a significant advancement for retro-computing software. This new version features a GUI-based sprite engine and includes a level editor, integrated into the upcoming Quigs IDE.
Dantalion - A flip screen platformer for the C64 by Eleanor Burns
The Commodore 64 has received a new dark fantasy platform puzzler titled Dantalion, developed by Eleanor Burns. Originally intended for a magazine cover tape, the game has been released digitally via The New Dimension website due to delays in the physical release. Players control Dantalion on a quest to defeat the monster Bael, who was responsible for his mother's death.
Tumblepop: Memories revealed for Nintendo Switch, a reimagining of Tumblepop
Daewon Media Game Lab and CRT Games have revealed Tumblepop: Memories for Nintendo Switch, a reimagining of the 1991 arcade platformer Tumblepop. The game will launch in 2026 and includes new stages, modes like Survival and Boss Rush, and both the original 1991 arcade and 1992 Game Boy versions. It will also feature two-player cooperative play and online leaderboards.
Moss: The Forgotten Relic Announced for PC And Consoles, Releases This Summer
Polyarc Games has announced Moss: The Forgotten Relic, a new platformer for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, set to release this summer. This title reimagines the story of Quill, the heroic mouse from the original VR Moss games, into a single, cohesive experience with improved cutscenes and a handcrafted world.
Kuzo – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
Kuzo is a 2D Metroidvania platformer where players control a celestial spirit using ancient technology to create platforms and navigate a lush, fallen paradise. The game features interconnected environments, puzzle-box dungeons with unique mechanics, and collectible items for playstyle customization. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
