Best Retro Platformer Apps &amp; Games

5.0(1 ratings)

Free

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Embark on a retro 8-bit platformer adventure to rescue your sweetheart from aliens. Battle through 5 action-packed levels with challenging enemies and bosses, all set to an energizing chiptune soundtrack. Unlock the exciting ending and save the day in this nostalgic quest.

Apple Knight by Limitless LLC

Epic Action Platformer

Strong Contender

4.7😊(23K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

Embark on a 2D action platformer adventure with precise controls and stunning animations. Explore vast levels, uncover secrets, and battle formidable foes. Upgrade your gear and abilities to become a legendary hero.

What We Love

👍 Smooth gameplay
🎨 Excellent pixel art and graphics
🕹️ Responsive and customizable controls
🔥 Fun and challenging platforming
💰 Fair monetization with optional ads

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
🕹️ Small and cramped control buttons
🔁 Repetitive level design
🕰️ Slow progression without paid upgrades

Dadish by Thomas Young

He's a dad AND a radish

Worth Considering

Raccoon - Retro Platformer

4.6😊(4K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

Embark on a platforming adventure to find missing children in a vibrant world. Battle fast-food themed enemies and overcome challenging levels in this retro-inspired quest.

What We Love

🚀 Smooth gameplay
👍 Cute and charming characters
🤣 Funny dialogue
💯 Excellent platforming challenge
🎨 Beautiful retro-style graphics

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional screen orientation issues after ads
🎮 Frustrating controls, especially for precise movements
⏱️ Difficulty spikes in later levels
🔋 Ads can be disruptive

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by Jinwoo Cho

Retro pixel graphics and soundsFruit collection gameplay25 increasing difficulty levels

Embark on a nostalgic journey with this retro-style platformer. Collect fruits within the time limit across 25 challenging levels, utilizing simple controls and aiming for high scores. Compare your achievements with others on the global leaderboard.

Ninja Shaw - Retro platformer!

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Simple control! Pixel arts!

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Dan The Man Platformer

Cooperative multiplayer modeRetro arcade gameplayUpgradeable fighting skills

Embark on a retro-style arcade adventure with a compelling story, upgradeable skills, and an arsenal of weapons. Engage in a classic beat-em-up cooperative multiplayer mode, either with a friend or a quick match, to defeat hordes of enemies and epic bosses.

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Platform Panic

by Nitrome

Hero battlesLeaderboard challengesProcedurally generated levels

Pit iconic platform game heroes against each other in a procedurally generated retro challenge. Master simple controls to climb the leaderboards and unlock all characters in this addictive pixel-art adventure.

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RetroBoy - Platformer

Retro action platformer

World-flipping mechanic (HD/8-bit)6 handcrafted levels5 boss battles

$2.99 | 100% OFF

A retro action platformer where a single tap shifts the game between modern HD and 8-bit pixel art. This mechanic alters visuals, music, physics, and gameplay, revealing hidden paths and power-ups. Master both realities to uncover the game's secrets.

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by Tobias Kamber

Retro platformer gameplayCollect butterfliesBattle wild sheep and skeletons

Embark on a retro-style platforming adventure as a young boy collecting items and battling whimsical enemies. Explore a charming world and create your own story for the protagonist. Join the community to share your ideas.

Blocky Quest: 3D Platformer

(8)

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Epic 3D Voxel Adventure!

Classic 3D platformer gameplayStunning voxel art styleMassive open worlds to explore

Embark on an epic 3D platforming adventure in a fully destructible voxel world. Jump, dash, and smash through diverse realms to defeat dark forces and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your hero and enjoy classic action gameplay offline.

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Retro, pixel art platformer

Super Retro Bot

30 challenging platformer levelsRetro pixel art graphicsStylized science fiction setting

Embark on a challenging retro platformer adventure with pixel art graphics and a science fiction theme. Navigate 30 levels filled with obstacles and enemies, enjoying authentic 8-bit music and real-time lighting effects. This game offers a hard but rewarding experience for fans of classic platformers.

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Super Kong Hero Platform Run

by Bin Song

Classic side-scrolling gameplayOld-school jump and run mechanicsChallenging jungle adventure

Embark on a classic side-scrolling adventure in this thrilling jungle platformer. Experience old-school jump and run gameplay with intuitive controls, perfect for all ages.

Embark on a retro-inspired adventure as a hero battling an invading monster army. Explore numerous levels, collect loot, and defeat challenging bosses. Customize your character with unique weapons and abilities to save your hometown.

89 levels13 bosses30 weapons with special attacks

Vastlands — Classic Platformer

(1.3K)

paid

Jump through the world!

Six distinct worlds to exploreChallenging levels with increasing difficultyFour heroes with unique abilities

Embark on a classic adventure platforming journey across six distinct worlds. Master challenging levels with unique hero abilities, captivating music, and stunning graphics. This game offers intuitive controls suitable for all players.

Embark on a retro-style 2D side-scrolling adventure as a transformed automotronic man. Run, jump, and smash through 12 action-packed levels to escape a strange digital world. Experience fast-paced gameplay with amazing retro graphics.

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Retro-inspired platformer

King Gahulia

Captain Willie's River Run

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The Public Domain Platformer

Endless jumping gameplayVintage art style and musicRubber-hose character animation

Embark on an endless jumping adventure inspired by classic 1920s public domain animation. Dodge enemies, collect lives, and climb global leaderboards in this charming, black-and-white platformer. It's easy to learn but offers a challenging, nostalgic experience.

Retro 70s / 80s Platformer

Classic 70s/80s single-screen platformerRetro graphics and sound effectsAll-new gameplay mechanics

Experience a classic 70s/80s single-screen platformer with retro graphics and sound. Enjoy new gameplay inspired by 8-bit computers, with customizable controls and controller support for an authentic vintage feel.

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Apodaca 1890

Action-platformer game

Retro-style 2D pixel artMassive single-level designChallenging traps and enemies

Embark on a challenging retro-style 2D platformer adventure through an ancient fortress. Navigate traps, overcome enemies, and master precise jumps to reach the end of this expansive, hand-crafted level.

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(4)

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puzzle with interesting story

Metroidvania level designUnlockable abilities (sword, bow, double jump)Boss battles

Embark on an underworld adventure as a young ninja seeking a cure for your brother. Explore dungeons, battle monsters, and discover new abilities in this retro-style action platformer. Enjoy a nostalgic experience with pixel art and 8-bit music.

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