A vertical 2D platformer featuring a round bee in an early 90s prerendered environment. Roll and hop up to the precious honey.

Get ready for ground-smashing fun and leafy adventures! In Beetle Shock, you control a strong beetle capable of breaking cracked logs with a powerful ground pound. Each level is a small forest mission: find the yellow fruit, open the door, and reach the insect house hidden inside a tree trunk.

Explore the haunting, dreamlike fantasy world of BEFORE I GO, a punishing Metroidvania where you embody the innocence of an inner child on an allegorical odyssey towards death acceptance. The end is inevitable, but will you brave the journey?

The story of a developer trapped inside a video game? You play as Ethan, who works in the office for a small video game development company and trying to support his pregnant wife. It is just a normal week for Ethan: waking up, going to work, coming home, go to bed and repeat day after day. But then, something strange happens. Ethan gets an unusual phone call in the middle of the night, and is somehow teleported to another dimension. Ethan must complete a few unusual trials and try to get back to the real world.

An evil sorcerer reads the ancient book and invites an evil god to earth. It is necessary to eliminate this evil threat. And the fate of the earth is in the hands of a barbarian. Beholgar is a classically styled 2D Metroidvania adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries in the kingdom.

Belle Boomerang is a fast-action platformer packed with beautiful pixel art and exciting variation in every level!

The monarchs have been placed under a monstrous curse! Play as Belle with the aid of her legendary boomerang, and raise the curtain on this evil scheme. Leap through a world full of charming creatures and lively environments, inspired by the shining stars of the golden age!

No boomerang alone can save this kingdom... Toss cherries, inspirit statues, and soar through flame-filled skies!

Ben and his family are enjoying their European vacation... until evil magician Hex unleashes the power of four mysterious crystals! Only Ben 10 can break the curse – so get ready to transform into powerful aliens to battle enemies, solve puzzles and freely explore an exciting 3D world. It’s hero time!
With Gwen and Grandpa Max on your side, all the humor and rivalry from the Cartoon Network show is here. And since four arms are better than two, Kevin Levin is along for the adventure in local split-screen co-op. This is one Power Trip you’ll want to take again and again. It’s hero time!

Enter the tricky pixel art dungeons of Betomis, where you’ll need to carefully observe and explore your surroundings in order to escape! Betomis is a retro 2D action platformer where each chamber of the sprawling dungeon is a single screen of environmental puzzling. Light is limited. Weapons are scarce. But deadly hazards are aplenty, from spikes and spinning saw blades to creatures and carnivorous plants!

Take the role of a valiant knight as you creep through the corners of each maze-like dungeon, picking up an axe and shield to defeat foes that stand in your way, hopping on the heads of monsters when you’re disarmed and locating keys to open the door to the next chamber, each more challenging than the one before. Use double jumps to avoid traps and reach obscured platforms. But don’t worry too much… If you do fall victim to the dungeon’s many perils, you’ll instantly restart at the last door, allowing you to try as many times as it takes!

Inspired by classic sci-fi movies, Beyond Galaxyland is an intergalactic, 2.5D adventure-RPG set among the stars. Step into the sneakers of high-schooler Doug, as he’s whisked away to ‘Galaxyland’ - a zoo-like solar system of planets - on an epic quest to save Earth itself.

An all-new take on the beloved RPG adventures of old, prepare for a journey like no other, skyrocketing through teeming jungles, neon-lit cities, and cybernetic casinos, with each new planet brimming with intriguing characters, fiendish adversaries, and many other surprises.

Accompanied by Doug’s pet guinea pig - the pistol-wielding Boom Boom - and a sentient robot called MartyBot, together you must defend the world against an all-powerful entity known only as ‘The End’, before it conquers the Universe itself…

No pressure.

A Bold New Take on the Classic Sci-Fi Caper!
Experience firsthand all the thrills and spills of a retro sci-fi adventure, in an all-new take on the fish-out-of-water tale that sticks you right in the centre of the action! Laughter, loss, peril and friendship, Beyond Galaxyland has it all and then some, dipped in a dazzling layer of neon-tastic pixels.

Arise from the abyss of death to reclaim your rightful throne in a captivating action platformer. Assume the mantle of the 'Cursed King,' wielding the chains that once imprisoned you, now transformed into formidable weapons to vanquish your enemies and navigate the perilous terrain of your shattered kingdom. Discover hidden areas, solve puzzles, and uncover secret treasures to feed your power as you prepare for epic battles against gruelling, colossal bosses. Level up strategically to overcome all who stand in your way and take your seat as the rightful king once more!

Arise From The Dead & Claim Back Your Throne!
Assume the mantle of the ‘Cursed King’ as you embark on a relentless journey of vengeance to reclaim your stolen throne. Traverse perilous lands fraught with danger as you hunt for the scattered fragments of celestial arrows, combining them to purge your curse and unlock your true power.

Wield The Chains That Once Imprisoned You!
Embrace your newfound strength and command over the chains that once bound you deep within the crypts. Harness this mighty weapon to repel, slash, and eviscerate any who dare obstruct your path. Utilise your chains further for navigation, attaching to rings and propelling across chasms to reach new areas.

Discover Hidden Areas & Reclaim Your Kingdom’s Treasures
Explore every inch of your crumbling kingdom, uncovering hidden chambers and clandestine passages teeming with invaluable treasures. Acquire newfound abilities and enhancements as you delve deeper, fortifying yourself for the trials that await.

Collect Crystals & Items To Feed Your Power!
Uncover elusive ""power crystals"" and harness their essence to strategically enhance your abilities, gaining an edge on the looming challenges ahead.

Banish Colossal Demons From Your Lands!
Test your strategic finesse and precise timing in intense battles that demand skilful manoeuvring to overcome gruelling, gigantic bosses.

A Classic Is Revived! Beyond The Ice Palace Returns!
Witness the triumphant resurrection of a cult classic over 35 years in the making!

A sequel to 1988's action platform game Beyond the Ice Palace released on Commodore 64.

Big Hops is a fresh and froggy action-platformer focused on deep movement and emergent gameplay! Use parkour and your tongue to explore 8 huge, colorful worlds full of charming animal friends. Discover a huge range of surprising, playful interactions with gadgets and veggies!


Meet Billy, a robot who is tired of his work on the production lines, who then decided to blow up everything and everyone in order to make his own choices.

Shoot robots, solve puzzles with your mechanical arm, blow things up and try not to get blown up before confronting your boss!

Billy 101 is a puzzle platformer featuring 30 handcrafted levels, and plenty of enemies to destroy.


FEATURES
* Robot-themed puzzle action platformer
* 30 levels
* Upgrade your robot

Test your reflexes and awareness as you simultaneously guide two lovable balls through over 100 brightly-coloured challenges in a controller-smashingly tough platformer.

“The same dream again. How many times must someone die in their sleep?” You wake up. No memory of the dreams. No identity, no idea of where you are or where you come from. You need to find out. Now.

Inspired by classic 70s and 80s sci-fi, Bioframe Outpost is a 2d sci-fi action adventure game, dedicated to exploration, experimentation, emergent gameplay and narrative. Its unique, photography-based approach to non-linear exploration and action gameplay offers a fresh take on Metroidvania gameplay.

Creatures and systems are immobilized by an alien infestation, only you can set them free. But beware; many pose a danger to yourself. Use photography to learn how they behave, and discover a hugely detailed and fascinating ecosystem. Fill your “Compendium” with vital knowledge, use it to manipulate creatures and systems in order to survive. Unlock secrets on how creatures interact, how you can pit them against each other and even how to use them as weapons or pickups.

Explore the immense universe of Nova Aurora and unleash your ingenuity and creativity to solve captivating, challenging puzzles.

Inspired by the 8-bit games and by the movies from the 80's, your goal is to blow things up, defeat aliens and fight bizarre bosses in this platformer 2D with classic mechanics.

In BIOMORPH, players must use their skills to explore a vast, varied world. Solve puzzles and platforming challenges, fight deadly monsters and take their shapes to use their powers. But beware – every conquered creature can come back with new and even more threatening powers. Players will level-up their character as they fight through the vast areas around the city, collecting new abilities, mementos and blueprints. The journey will reveal surprising and alarming truths about our hero’s own origins. Play as the enemies by killing them and taking their shape. You will be able to use their skills to fight other enemies or use their powers to navigate in uncharted territories. Fight your way through a challenging AI system where previously mimicked creatures unlock new powers to create a unique experience while revisiting areas of the game.

Master delightful two-legged chaos across two acclaimed co-op adventures.

From the creators of Midnight, Midnight Deluxe, and 36 Fragments of Midnight comes another round of golf-like action fun! Everyone’s favorite fairy is back and ready to be once again launched into the sky. But as always, treacherous obstacles like spikes, circular saws, and plenty of other dangerous hazards are par for the course. To earn a perfect score you must accurately complete each level in the minimum number of strokes, providing an additional layer of challenge. Do you have the skill to swing for a hole in one?

From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sights and sounds as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all.
Originally released for the Nintendo Wii™ in 2009, BIT.TRIP BEAT makes its triumphant return to Nintendo platforms.
- A modern reimagining of classic gameplay!
- Brain-melting visuals!
- Crazy boss battles!
- Intriguing cutscenes!
- Easy, medium, and hard difficulty modes
- 20 bite-sized challenges separate from the main game
- A rockin’ chiptune-inspired soundtrack featuring special guest Bit Shifter!

Dive controller-first into unfamiliar territory, using NES-style controls to blast your way through a barrage of beats in this rhythm-music adventure.
- Retro-inspired controls!
- Beautiful boss battles!
- A thumpin’ chiptune-inspired soundtrack with special guest Bubblyfish!
- Easy, medium, and hard difficulty modes
- 20 bite-sized challenges separate from the main game
- Mind-melting challenges!
- Thought-provoking cutscenes!

CommanderVideo’s journey is nearly complete, but the hardest part has yet to come. Guide our brave hero through a world of twin-stick shooter gameplay, strange and powerful enemies, and environments unlike any you’ve ever seen before.
- Twin-stick shooter gameplay!
- Collect power-ups to call on CommanderVideo’s friends for powerful shot upgrades!
- Easy, medium, and hard difficulty modes
- 20 bite-sized challenges separate from the main game
- Chiptune artist Minusbaby helps set the tone with a special guest appearance!

Get ready for classic paddle-based gameplay as CommanderVideo returns to the source. Enjoy new challenges presented within the familiar paddle-based gameplay which started the phenomenon known as BIT.TRIP.
- New power-ups including the full-screen paddle!
- New beat types including Avoid Blobs!
- Easy, medium, and hard difficulty modes
- 20 bite-sized challenges separate from the main game
- Classic BIT.TRIP BEAT gameplay upgraded with the all-new Meta Mode!
- Bit Shifter returns as the chiptune guest star!

Winner of Best Indie Game at the Machinima Inside Gaming Awards and immortalized in the Guinness Book of World Records, this vibrant platformer invites you to explore five mesmerizing worlds, conquer 120 exhilarating levels, and face off against five epic boss battles. Choose from eight unique characters, each with their own flair, as you navigate through visually stunning environments.

And here's the twist – the legendary Charles Martinet, known for his iconic role as the voice of Mario, serves as the charismatic narrator, adding a touch of whimsy to your rhythmic adventure. The real star? The electrifying soundtrack that pulses with every move, ensuring an immersive gaming experience like no other.

Best Switch Platformer Games

Beeny

Beetle Shock

Before I Go

Behind Closed Doors: A Developer's Tale

Beholgar

Beholgar 2

Belle Boomerang

Ben 10: Power Trip

Betomis

Beyond Galaxyland

Beyond the Ice Palace 2

Beyond the Ice Palace II

Big Hops

Billy 101

Binaries

Bioframe: Outpost

Biolab Wars

BIOMORPH

Bipedal Party

Birthday of Midnight

BIT.TRIP BEAT

BIT.TRIP CORE

BIT.TRIP FATE

BIT.TRIP FLUX

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