Encounter lively creatures small and large, helpful and ominous as you discover unconventional upgrades and unravel the well’s secrets. This is a truly unique experience that can make you laugh in fear, surprise, or delight.

Our story begins long ago, when Gods still ruled all. The beloved god Farasis was murdered by the feared god Zemet, ushering in an age of darkness. Mustering the last of his strength, Farasis forged a magical sword. One day, a youth received a divine message. They set out to the Temple of Farasis to answer the god's call... Ankh Guardian - Treasure of the Demon's Temple is a side-scrolling action game. The unique point of this game is how players can interact with their environment: destroy or repair damaged walls in order toprogress through the levels. There is a unique and fearsome boss to fight every 8 stages! Choose whether your hero is male or female. There are two basic difficulties plus more hidden difficulties. This is a game that both casual gamers and hardcore gamers can enjoy!


Annalynn is a 2D platformer made in the style of arcade games from the early '80s. Collect the coins, grab the bonus foods, and turn the tables with blinding rubies! Think you've got what it takes to go for the high score?

ANOMALY AGENT is a cyberpunk action-platformer featuring fluid combat, a time-bending story, quirky characters and a catchy synthwave soundtrack! Punch or shoot through mobs of enemies, impact the story with your choices and stop the anomalies before the world plunges into chaos!


Another Crab’s Treasure is a soulslike adventure set in a crumbling underwater world. As Kril the hermit crab, you’ll need to wear the trash around you as shells to withstand attacks from enemies many times your size. Embark on an epic treasure hunt to buy back your repossessed shell, and discover the dark secrets behind the polluted ocean.

Advance throughout the various stages using your 4-direction gravity manipulation to explore, avoid enemies, surpass obstacles and finding secrets. Get to the Grand Candy at the end of the stage for advancing to the next.
The 4-direction gravity manipulation lets you set the gravity in either direction: down, left, right or up. You have the liberty to use your creativity to overcome the challenges in different ways.

The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming.

ANTONBLAST is an explosive, action-packed retro platformer featuring a destructive twist to classic gameplay and a lovingly hand-animated pixel aesthetic inspired by the Game Boy Advance, blown up and reimagined for the modern era!


Explore the depths of Anyaroth
The Queen’s control covers planet Anyaroth in its entirety. From the forests and historical cities of its surface, stepping down to the core at the centre of the planet, the Queen has spun a complex web of barracks, factories and mines. The Queen’s Regime is aiming to exploit all of the planet’s resources, even the its population!

Fight for the Rebellion!
In Anyaroth: The Queen’s Tyranny, you will be provided with a full range of weapons, objects and abilities that will let you explore all possibilities within the game’s fighting system. Have fun combining your weapons and abilities to end with your enemies in stylish ways!

Unveil the secrets of this world
During your adventures, you will get to meet all kind of fellow rebels. Talk with them if you want to know more about the world of Anyaroth, its history or the Rebellion’s cause.In the time between fights, pay attention to the surroundings, as you may find artifacts containing key information or materials for crafting a secret weapon. Will you unveil all that this weird planet hides?

Apple Knight is one of a kind action platformer. Explore beautiful handcrafted levels, fight the evil king's army, upgrade swords & abilities, and reclaim your kingdom!

FIGHT your way through hordes of evil wizards, knights, and creatures!
Defeat enemies with your melee weapon and ranged ability. Or use various traps spread throughout the level! 

EMBARK on an exciting adventure spanning multiple worlds!
Each level is handcrafted and has a unique layout. There are new obstacles or enemies in each level to discover and to overcome!

ACQUIRE powerful new skins, swords, and abilities!
Find weapon and ability crates in various levels - and then equip them to upgrade your character. Or equip a skin to get some passive stats or pets.

EMERGE victorious and restore peace in your kingdom!
The kingdom is depending on you.



Race your way through challenging stages while contending with deadly creatures and dastardly opponents to collect the most treasure. While everyone's goal is the same, each player is afforded several options to get an edge over their competitors. Players can use their speed and agility to outpace and evade their opponents, while others might use devastating attacks to slow them down and steal their hard earned goods.

Dive into the vibrant world of AquaRun, a fast-paced 2D pixel art platformer that tests your reflexes, precision, and determination! Inspired by the best of hardcore platforming games, AquaRun challenges you to guide a fragile yet determined character through 40 meticulously designed levels filled with relentless obstacles, devious traps, and tricky platforms.

Become an aquatic animal and join these frenetic fights in the depths of the Ocean.Complete the missions and defeat each boss in this shooter arcade game

“Athena” is an action game released by SNK in 1986. Athena, the adventure-loving energetic princess of the Kingdom of Victory, goes on a journey to Fantasy World. Running, swimming, and even flying?! Utilize various weapons to defeat the looming enemies! Think you can defeat Dante, the evil emperor of Fantasy World?! The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.


"BARADUKE" is an action game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1985.
The peaceful, friendly world of PACCET has been attacked by the evil OCTY!
Make your way through BARADUKE, the underground OCTY citadel beneath PACCET, and use your Wave Gun and Shield to take out the OCTY!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"BARADUKE 2" is an action shooter released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.) in 1988.
The crablike "OCTY" were not fully eliminated from their fortress in the previous title, "BARADUKE".
Rely on help from the PACCET you rescued in the last game as you complete your mission to finish off the vicious OCTY extraterrestrials!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

Bonze Adventure is an action game released by TAITO in 1988. Enma, king of the underworld, once kept order in his domain. However, one day, he suddenly lost his mind and plunged the underworld into chaos. This prompts Buddha to ask high priest Kackremboh from the mortal world to exorcise the evil from Enma. Buddha also granted Kackremboh prayer beads as a weapon for his mission, sending him off to battle the demons, ghosts, and even Lord Enma.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"BRAVOMAN" is an action game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1988.
One day, average office worker Hitoshi Nakamura encounters Alpha Man on his way home from a long day of work.
Alpha Man then entrusts him with ultra energy transformation material, asking him to use it to stop the mad scientist Dr. Bomb from taking over the world.
He transforms, becoming a hero of justice and courage...called BRAVOMAN!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"CADASH" is an action RPG game released by TAITO in 1989.
The player chooses one of four heroes and sets out on a journey to rescue Princess Sarasa, who has been taken by the evil Barrog.
Buy key items and equipment at the shops along the way, and don’t forget to explore: NPCs are on hand to offer useful hints along the way!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"Chack'n Pop" is an action game released by TAITO in 1983. Take control of Chack'n and race against the clock to take back the hearts imprisoned by the Monstas and hidden throughout the labyrinth! Use bombs to defeat the Monstas that chase you, trying to swallow you whole! The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces. Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores. Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

CONTRA" is an action game released by KONAMI in 1987.
The strongest warrior "CONTRA" Bill and Lance will challenge the destruction of the Earth invasion base of aliens, with their passion "Toukon" (Fighting Spirit) and their inborn guerrilla tactics.
In this work, the Japanese version and the overseas version of CONTRA are included.
The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"COP 01" is an action game released by Nichibutsu in 1985.
Players take control of rookie detective James with Police Precinct 1, infiltrate the secretive Specter organization's hidden base, and rescue their kidnapped partner Stacy as the goal.
Fight your way through the countless enemies in the hidden base using both your normal jump and the higher "Rocket Jump" performed using a limited gauge!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"CRIME CITY" is an action game released by TAITO in 1989.
Crime City is rampant with evil organizations and criminal elements. Serious crime is an everyday occurrence. With the local police no longer able to cope, two plain clothes officers are called in: Tony Gibson and Raymond Brody.
Players take control of this duo to solve a series of crimes, defeating the criminals using with a variety of weapons and actions!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"DON DOKO DON" is an fixed-screen action game released by TAITO in 1989.
Take control of the old lumberjacks Bob and Jim to progress through a variety of tricky stages.
Pick up items to power up, beat the boss at the end of each ROUND, and rescue the captive king and princess!

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

"FINEST HOUR" is an action game released by NAMCO (Bandai Namco Entertainment) in 1989.
Pilot the newest robot "SYGNUS" and reach the goal in time.
Use the three buttons, VERNIER (jump), MARKER, and SHOT to run through the stage and defeat enemies.

The "Arcade Archives" series has faithfully reproduced many classic Arcade masterpieces.
Players can change various game settings such as game difficulty, and also reproduce the atmosphere of arcade display settings at that time. Players can also compete against each other from all over the world with their high scores.
Please enjoy the masterpiece that built a generation for video games.

Best Switch Platformer Games

ANIMAL WELL

Ankh Guardian - Treasure of the Demon's Temple

Annalynn

Anomaly Agent

Another Crab's Treasure

Ant-gravity: Tiny's Adventure

Antonball Deluxe

ANTONBLAST

Anyaroth: The Queen's Tyranny

Apple Knight

Aqua Lungers

Aquarun

Aquatic Rampage

Arcade Archives ATHENA

Arcade Archives BARADUKE

Arcade Archives BARADUKE 2

Arcade Archives BONZE ADVENTURE

Arcade Archives BRAVOMAN

Arcade Archives CADASH

Arcade Archives Chack'n Pop

Arcade Archives CONTRA

Arcade Archives COP 01

Arcade Archives CRIME CITY

Arcade Archives DON DOKO DON

Arcade Archives Finest Hour

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