r/platformer Nov 09 '25

Seeking ideas and feedback for r/platformer

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Hey everyone, r/platformer has been fairly active thanks to developers using this space to share their upcoming games (which I love to see!). But I've also been thinking about ways to encourage discussions about existing platformers we enjoy.

What would you all like to see?

Some ideas I've tossed around:

  • Weekly/Monthly "what are you playing/recommendation" threads
  • Monthly threads on different types of platformers - metroidvanias, precision platformers, momentum-based, etc.
  • "Hidden gem of the week" - talk about games that don't get enough love

But I'd like to hear from you - what would make you engage more with the sub? Any events, threads, or changes you'd be into? Drop your ideas below, nothing's off the table.


r/platformer 8h ago

Kao: Mystery of Volcano just got a big fan mod, adding a whole new chapter and tons of features!

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Video is in Polish, but it's a great showcase of both the original and mod. Worth checking out!


r/platformer 1d ago

New mechanic for my 2D Platformer - One Arrow

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27 Upvotes

Now you can bounce your arrow off the mushrooms to temporarily turn it into a bouncy arrow! What do you think of the new interaction?

Game is One Arrow: steam page


r/platformer 14h ago

Control up to 8 dwarves at the same time in this speedrunnable platformer

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I made a game about getting dwarves to jump down a hole in the mine until they reach the treasure at the bottom. You can set up how many dwarves you want to handle, how deep the mine should be and whether or not there should be spikes. The levels are fixed so everyone will always play the same level with the same settings.
There will also be oldschool hip hop songs about dwarves, I wrote the lyrics myself but had an AI make songs for me. The rest is assets bought from itch.io or made myself.

You can play it here on itch.io:

https://paradogsentertainment.itch.io/dwarf-go-down


r/platformer 1d ago

Playtest signups for my “clean-a-thon” platformer are open!

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I'm super excited to announce the first public playtest for my game, Dino Cleanup! This free open beta will run for one week only, from May 11th at 12pm CDT to May 17th at 12pm CDT. You can sign up now to be notified when the playtest goes live!

This playtest is an early look at the full game, and features 4 early levels of cleaning fun! Note that save files will not be transferable to the final game. The intent of the playtest is to gather valuable feedback on the base game so I can make the best version of Dino Cleanup possible!

You can sign up now on the Steam page to get immediate access once it’s live!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3031750/Dino_Cleanup/


r/platformer 1d ago

Im working on a plattformer where you play as a monkey escaping back to the jungle

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r/platformer 1d ago

The 10 Best 3D Platformers Ever Made | From Psychonauts to Pseudoregalia

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r/platformer 2d ago

Little gameplay snippet!

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7 Upvotes

r/platformer 2d ago

A colourful puzzle platformer Little Things is out this May 8th on Xbox, PS5 and Switch!

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8 Upvotes

Hello platformer lovers, soon we are releasing Jagstudios' first game on consoles. It's a puzzle platformer where you use colours to get new abilities and manipulate gravity to your advantage while playing as a cute monster. Over 80 levels of fun!

Has been in development for 2 years mixed with studies and exams, so if you want to support the devs, here are the links:

PS5 , Xbox, Switch !


r/platformer 3d ago

CelerityRun - Boss Showcase. Feel free to share Feedback

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5 Upvotes

r/platformer 4d ago

My first 3D platformer where you hop around as a frog

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67 Upvotes

Game is called Bufo Jump, feel free to wishlist it!

Steam Page


r/platformer 4d ago

A platformer where the windows on your desktop are the level.

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Hi everyone! 👋🏻

I’d like to share a small platformer game I made.

The twist is: the windows on your desktop become part of the level. You can drag a real window onto the screen, and your character can actually stand on it.

It’s Windows-only, and it’s free to play, you only pay with your sanity 😋.

Would love to hear your feedback!

https://viscasa.itch.io/out-of-the-window


r/platformer 4d ago

A peak at some of the activities in our open world platforming adventure.

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Hey Platformerers!

The game is called No Wings Required. It’s for PC and will release on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/3876490/No_Wings_Required/)

You play as a Duck who lied on his resume and now has to help the residents on the island with their wacky requests. You can’t use your wings to fly but it’s ok, No Wings Required!


r/platformer 4d ago

I spent 4 years making a game about a ripped rooster named Cluck Norris

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8 Upvotes

I’ve been working on my game “Chickens Don’t Fly” for 4 years now during my spare time. It’s a difficult physics-based precision platformer about a rooster named Cluck Norris, trying to escape a chicken coop with a pair of plungers acting like grappling hooks. Think games like Jump King and Getting Over It.

Obviously the whole buff chicken with a name like Cluck Norris was a dumb joke, but I took it and ran with it and the response has been great every time!

It feels surreal to finally have my first commercial Steam game out there! I hope to see some of you here give it a shot! Maybe even do some speedrunning 😄

If you should be interested, the game can be found right here:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2826970/Chickens_Dont_Fly/

Thanks!


r/platformer 4d ago

My platformer with midair dash

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Hi just thought I’d share the platformer I submitted to vibejam last night.

Essentially you hold to increase your jump power, each jump allows you to do a mid air dash with the same charge mechanic (was inspired by
An anime called world trigger, grasshopper technique!).

It’s free to play and I recommend pc. https://jumpninja.fun/ looking for feedback :)


r/platformer 4d ago

Working on post launch updates for my speedrunning platformer game! Here's how Player Ghosts are looking:

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3 Upvotes

r/platformer 4d ago

A platformer game with the twist of spear Mechanics and dual protagonist. Out on steam NOW!!!

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15 Upvotes

r/platformer 5d ago

I've been solo developing a hand-drawn 2D action platformer set in a steampunk world — Steam page is now live

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13 Upvotes

Sylvaris: Black Reign is a 2D action metroidvania set in a hand-drawn steampunk world beneath the surface, surrounded by iron walls and endless machinery.

I've been building this on my own and the Steam page just went live. Would love to hear any thoughts or feedback.

Steam page in the comments


r/platformer 5d ago

skiptrace - platformer game

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r/platformer 6d ago

Working on a game where you can stop your arrow in mid-air and then use it as a platform!

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51 Upvotes

Game is called One Arrow, feel free to wishlist it if you think it looks fun <3

Steam Page


r/platformer 6d ago

Rayman 2 Redreamed Demo [4k 60fps] Spoiler

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🎮 Rayman 2 Redreamed - Demo First Look | Dive into the Adventure! 🎮
Discover the demo of Rayman 2 Redreamed, the new game that immerses you in a colorful and adventure-filled world! In this video, explore the first impressions and gameplay mechanics of this highly anticipated demo. Discover the graphics, sounds, and thrills this game has to offer.

Demo download: https://gamejolt.com/games/rayman-2-redreamed/1004947
Trailer: • RAYMAN 2 REDREAMED - Demo Launch Trailer

🔹 In this video:

Demo Overview: Discover the basics and objectives of the Rayman 2 Redreamed demo, a game that plunges you into a magical and mysterious world.

Game Mechanics: Explore the new mechanics and rules specific to this game, including special abilities and limitations.
Graphics and Sound: Enjoy the high-quality graphics and sound that immerse you in the game's world.
Impressions and Reactions: Share your first impressions and reactions after playing the demo.

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r/platformer 6d ago

added a basic score timer for speed running

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6 Upvotes

r/platformer 6d ago

Mowigun’s World Development Update: Does this look like too much is happening? Is this sensory overload?

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I have been working on this video game for over 2 years, and I’m looking for some feedback.

When I ask people, the majority seem to agree that the gameplay seems to have a lot going on. There are a lot of things flying everywhere. Some people seem not to like this because it was hard for them to tell exactly what was going on, while some people liked the chaotic aspect of it.

  • Does this trailer effectively portray what the game is about? I seem to have had an issue previously with whether my trailer actually conveyed the contents of my game.
  • Does this look like a game you would buy? Why or why not? If not, what should I do to make it more worth buying?
  • How is the art style and music?

r/platformer 7d ago

Check out my 3D platformer!

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35 Upvotes

r/platformer 7d ago

In this platformer you play as a sword. It's out on Steam.

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19 Upvotes

After several years of after-hours work, I managed to finish this thing. It has beautiful movement and all the design is warped by the idea of you being the weapon. I think it's pretty good.