Best 2D Platformer games on Steam
Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated 2d platformer games. For those who prefer not to search, lists of the most played, top deals and best free 2d platformer games are available at the bottom of the page.
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BZZZT
Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!
Strike Force Heroes
Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.
I Wanna Maker
I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer with a robust level editor and online level sharing, based on I Wanna Be The Guy fangames. Create complex levels using a variety of objects, a powerful events system, and customizable visuals. Browse levels online, take on challenge modes, and more!
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 lets you duke it out with the biggest and best fighting character roster yet! Choose your favorite brawlers, master their unique move sets, and use all-new powerful Supers to land the finishing blow with friends or across a unique, roguelike player campaign!
The Elephant Collection
Say helloaphant to jmtb02’s classic series of elephant games–now remastered into one elephant-sized package!
Salt and Sacrifice
Join your fellow Marked Inquisitors in this online coop successor to award-winning 2016 Soulslike Salt and Sanctuary.
STAR OCEAN THE SECOND STORY R
In this science fantasy RPG, choose between Claude or Rena, play through their perspectives, and unlock various endings. Recruit allies and defeat foes in fast paced real-time battles.
METAL GEAR & METAL GEAR 2: Solid Snake
The first and second title in the METAL GEAR series that established the stealth action genre, as well as the basic mechanics of the series.
Black Lily's Tale
Perhaps it was the curse of a black lily that bloomed too early in the winter...Before graduation, a girl falls in love with another girl... But her pure feelings are torn apart by a "loop of tragedy."By [interrupting choices] and [typing in words], you will weave her feelings into the story.
Lakeview Cabin 2
The ultimate 2D horror is back! Dive deep into the diverse world of horror movies! Nothing can prepare you for the R-rated challenges you will face!
Laika: Aged Through Blood
Laika: Aged Through Blood is an action-adventure Metroidvania set in a post-apocalyptic western world. Play as Laika, a coyote mother and fierce warrior, and carve your motorbike through a land ravaged by betrayal and loss as you uncover dark secrets in the pursuit of vengeance against oppression.
Soul Academy
"Soul Academy" is an academy simulator with automatic battle MOBA. You will manage a shabby soul academy, recruiting and training students. Your ultimate goal is to challenge various academies across the continent and reach the top.
SONIC SUPERSTARS
Adventure through the mystical Northstar Islands in this all-new take on classic 2D Sonic high-speed action platforming.
Draw
Welcome to the world of Draw, a 2D sidescroller and visual novel! Armed with nothing but a pencil, play as “Stickman” as you explore a brand-new world. Solve puzzles by drawing into the game, meet new friends while dodging scribble monsters, and make memories that’ll never be erased!
Ugly
Unravel the dark secrets hidden throughout this stirring puzzle platformer about a tormented nobleman confronting the traumas of his past. Use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenging puzzle rooms and defeat towering bosses as you strive to piece together the ugly truth.
Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy
The Trine series is back with its biggest adventure! In their fifth outing, the Heroes of Trine are pitted against dastardly and duplicitous villains, who will stop at nothing to seize control of the kingdom. The clock is ticking to save the world of Trine!
High Sea Saga DX
Set sail and join yer crew in search of treasure and glory!
Oriental Dynasty - Silk Road defense war
Experience the perfect combination of tower defense and the historical plot of the Silk Road, so as to bring an amazing epic game adventure experience! You will follow our protagonists in a strategic battle on the Eurasian continent! Come on, buddy, this epic fantasy adventure needs your help!
Blasphemous 2
The Penitent One awakens as Blasphemous 2 joins him once again in an endless struggle against The Miracle. Dive into a perilous new world filled with mysteries and secrets to discover, and tear your way through monstrous foes that stand between you and your quest to end the cycle once and for all.Most played 2d platformer games on Steam
Take a look at the top 2d platformer games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of April 15th 2025.
1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends. Brawlhalla is a free to play, multiplayer and fighting game developed by Blue Mammoth Games and published by Ubisoft. Released on October 17th 2017 has received 383,786 reviews of which 313,249 were positive and 70,537 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played 2d platformer game, thanks to its 11,774 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.1
313,249
70,537
11,774
players
2. MapleStory
Join over 260 million players worldwide in MapleStory, the world’s biggest 2D MMORPG adventure! Play now for free. MapleStory is a mmorpg, 2d platformer and character customization game developed by Nexon Korea Corporation and published by Nexon America Inc.. Released on August 09th 2012 has received 13,963 reviews of which 8,720 were positive and 5,243 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. While seeing 7,941 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among 2d platformer games based on player count.
6.2
8,720
5,243
7,941
players
3. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers! DDNet is a online co-op, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by DDNet Team. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 36,056 reviews of which 32,315 were positive and 3,741 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. While seeing 5,111 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among 2d platformer games based on player count.
8.8
32,315
3,741
5,111
players
4. Chinese Online Game
The player will play the role of an older unmarried young man Lao Wang, because of the lack of money for marriage in thinking of ways to accidentally be attracted by the pop-up ads of an online game endorsed by a certain celebrity, and the gears of destiny began to turn at that moment. Chinese Online Game is a crpg, action roguelike and 2d platformer game developed by 648工作室 and published by Wise Games. Released on July 18th 2024 has received 9,591 reviews of which 8,291 were positive and 1,300 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 538 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
8.4
8,291
1,300
538
players
5. Pizza Tower
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack. Pizza Tower is a great soundtrack, 2d platformer and fast-paced game developed and published by Tour De Pizza. Released on January 26th 2023 has received 65,802 reviews of which 64,735 were positive and 1,067 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 528 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
9.7
64,735
1,067
528
players
6. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere! Metal Slug: Awakening is a shoot 'em up, 2d platformer and arcade game developed by Tencent and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on July 19th 2024 has received 3,113 reviews of which 2,106 were positive and 1,007 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. With 407 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
6.6
2,106
1,007
407
players
7. Spelunky 2
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family. Spelunky 2 is a platformer, 2d platformer and difficult game developed by Mossmouth and Blitworks and published by Mossmouth. Released on September 29th 2020 has received 20,283 reviews of which 18,867 were positive and 1,416 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 381 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
9.1
18,867
1,416
381
players
8. Afterimage
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world. Afterimage is a metroidvania, female protagonist and 2d platformer game developed by Aurogon Shanghai and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on April 24th 2023 has received 8,024 reviews of which 6,253 were positive and 1,771 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. With 361 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
7.6
6,253
1,771
361
players
9. Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate. Prince of Persia The Lost Crown is a metroidvania, exploration and 2d platformer game developed by Ubisoft Montpellier and published by Ubisoft. Released on August 08th 2024 has received 3,525 reviews of which 3,014 were positive and 511 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 257 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
8.3
3,014
511
257
players
10. Castlevania Dominus Collection
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut! Castlevania Dominus Collection is a metroidvania, action and action rpg game developed and published by KONAMI. Released on August 27th 2024 has received 2,074 reviews of which 1,981 were positive and 93 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. With 120 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played 2d platformer games.
9.1
1,981
93
120
players
Best deals on 2d platformer games on Steam
Discover fantastic savings with the best discounts on a variety of 2d platformer games available on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more deals? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of discounted 2d platformer games.
1. Helheim Hassle
Helheim Hassle is a narrative adventure game with puzzle platforming elements. Play as Bjørn, a pacifist Viking that can detach and combine limbs at will to solve challenging puzzles and get out of uncomfortable situations involving desperate Norse Gods, Goblins, Dragons, and angry skeletons. Helheim Hassle is a adventure, indie and puzzle game developed by Perfectly Paranormal and published by Yogscast Games. Released on August 18th 2020 has received 333 reviews of which 300 were positive and 33 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. Featuring a massive 95% discount, this game currently holds the #1 spot in the best deals for 2d platformer category.
8.3
300
33
-95%
20.00€
1.00€
2. Afterimage
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world. Afterimage is a metroidvania, female protagonist and 2d platformer game developed by Aurogon Shanghai and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on April 24th 2023 has received 8,024 reviews of which 6,253 were positive and 1,771 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #2 best deal in 2d platformer games.
7.6
6,253
1,771
-93%
25.29€
1.77€
3. Blade Assault
Blade Assault is a 2D action rogue-lite platformer with beautiful pixel art set in a desolate sci-fi world. Fight against the corrupt military of Esperanza as part of the resistance force of the Undercity. Bring the corrupt to justice by becoming stronger and fighting alongside your trusty comrades. Blade Assault is a action, rogue-like and pixel graphics game developed by TeamSuneat and published by NEOWIZ. Released on January 17th 2022 has received 2,220 reviews of which 1,669 were positive and 551 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.3 out of 10. Thanks to its incredible 93% discount, this game is now the #3 best deal in 2d platformer games.
7.3
1,669
551
-93%
14.29€
1.00€
4. Super Time Force Ultra
Super Time Force Ultra is an insane platformer filled with robots and dinosaurs and fun and time travel... sometimes all at the same time! Super Time Force Ultra is a side scroller, time manipulation and bullet hell game developed and published by Capybara Games. Released on August 25th 2014 has received 950 reviews of which 849 were positive and 101 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #4 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
8.4
849
101
-92%
12.50€
1.00€
5. Oozi: Earth Adventure
Oozi: Earth Adventure is a classic 2D platformer with old school gameplay - no puzzles, no punishment, just 100% pure classic platforming fun! Its most prominent features are HD visuals and beautiful hand-drawn art, but despite its visual style, it’s a good fit for all kinds of gamers! Oozi: Earth Adventure is a 2d platformer, platformer and old school game developed and published by Awesome Games Studio. Released on December 05th 2013 has received 998 reviews of which 860 were positive and 138 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 92% discount, this title has earned the #5 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
8.2
860
138
-92%
9.75€
0.78€
6. Fallback
Lead the rebellion in an epic rogue-like adventure. Guide your jet-pack equipped post-apocalyptic volunteers through a labyrinthine underground complex by jumping, dodging, and battling against robot minions (and masters) to get to the surface — and bring life back to the scorched Earth. Fallback is a action roguelike, 2d platformer and perma death game developed by Endroad and published by Endroad and Microids. Released on October 11th 2019 has received 385 reviews of which 331 were positive and 54 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #6 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
8
331
54
-90%
9.99€
0.99€
7. Slime-san: Superslime Edition
Slime-san was minding his own business when suddenly… A giant worm appeared and gobbled him up! Deep within the worm’s belly, Slime-san has to face a decision: Be digested by the incoming wall of stomach acid... Or jump, slide and slime his way through the worm and back out its mouth! Slime-san: Superslime Edition is a platformer, precision platformer and 2d platformer game developed by Fabraz and published by Headup. Released on April 07th 2017 has received 314 reviews of which 267 were positive and 47 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #7 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
7.9
267
47
-90%
14.99€
1.49€
8. Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX
A legend returns in stunning new detail with Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX! Fire up your power bracelet and relive a platforming classic alongside new modes, levels and features! Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is a precision platformer, 2d platformer and difficult game developed by Merge Games and Jankenteam and published by Merge Games. Released on June 22nd 2021 has received 792 reviews of which 625 were positive and 167 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #8 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
7.5
625
167
-90%
19.99€
1.99€
9. ITORAH
Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague! ITORAH is a 2d platformer, metroidvania and female protagonist game developed by Grimbart Tales and published by Assemble Entertainment. Released on March 21st 2022 has received 720 reviews of which 542 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 90% discount, this title has earned the #9 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
7.2
542
178
-90%
19.99€
1.99€
10. Lost Words: Beyond the Page
An atmospheric narrative adventure written by Rhianna Pratchett. Set between the pages of a diary and a fantasy story where you run on words and use them to interact with the world around you. Lost Words: Beyond the Page is a side scroller, puzzle-platformer and 2d platformer game developed by Sketchbook Games and Fourth State and published by Maximum Entertainment. Released on April 06th 2021 has received 726 reviews of which 692 were positive and 34 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. Currently offered at a significant 88% discount, this title has earned the #10 position in the best deals for 2d platformer games.
8.9
692
34
-88%
14.58€
1.75€
Free 2d platformer games on Steam
Check out this fantastic list of free-to-play 2d platformer games you can enjoy on Steam right now, updated on April 15th 2025. Looking for even more free titles? Use the search filters to explore a wider range of free to play 2d platformer games.
1. Brawlhalla
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends. Brawlhalla is a free to play, multiplayer and fighting game developed by Blue Mammoth Games and published by Ubisoft. Released on October 17th 2017 has received 383,786 reviews of which 313,249 were positive and 70,537 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. With 11,774 active players enjoying it for free, this strategy game has reached the #1 spot among the top free 2d platformer games on Steam.
8.1
313,249
70,537
11,774
players
2. MapleStory
Join over 260 million players worldwide in MapleStory, the world’s biggest 2D MMORPG adventure! Play now for free. MapleStory is a mmorpg, 2d platformer and character customization game developed by Nexon Korea Corporation and published by Nexon America Inc.. Released on August 09th 2012 has received 13,963 reviews of which 8,720 were positive and 5,243 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.2 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 7,941, this 2d platformer game has secured the #2 spot in the ranking of free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.2
8,720
5,243
7,941
players
3. DDNet
Want to play the hardest cooperative 2D platformer ever? Want to finish no map ever? Want to be in pain for hours and cry, getting nothing in return? Come play DDNet with a large community of other sufferers! DDNet is a online co-op, free to play and multiplayer game developed and published by DDNet Team. Released on August 17th 2020 has received 36,056 reviews of which 32,315 were positive and 3,741 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. Thanks to its free to play tag and a daily player base of 5,111, this 2d platformer game has secured the #3 spot in the ranking of free 2d platformer games on Steam.
8.8
32,315
3,741
5,111
players
4. Metal Slug: Awakening
Metal Slug: Awakening continues the classic gameplay loved by fans, with exciting new features like World Adventure, 3-player Team-up, and Roguelike challenges. Join forces with your friends online to take on powerful bosses anytime, anywhere! Metal Slug: Awakening is a shoot 'em up, 2d platformer and arcade game developed by Tencent and published by HaoPlay Limited. Released on July 19th 2024 has received 3,113 reviews of which 2,106 were positive and 1,007 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.6 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 407 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #4 position in the best free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.6
2,106
1,007
407
players
5. GraalOnline Era
Era is a modern 2D action MMO RPG. Purchase weapons and work with a gang to compete in activities such as special events, base capturing and PvP battles in the Spar Complex, or start your own gang and chart your own path! GraalOnline Era is a rpg, battle royale and shooter game developed by GraalOnline and published by Toonslab. Released on February 16th 2024 has received 566 reviews of which 404 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. Attracting a solid base of 117 players due to its free access, this strategy game has achieved the #5 position in the best free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.8
404
162
117
players
6. I Wanna Maker
I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer with a robust level editor and online level sharing, based on I Wanna Be The Guy fangames. Create complex levels using a variety of objects, a powerful events system, and customizable visuals. Browse levels online, take on challenge modes, and more! I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer, level editor and free to play game developed and published by The Elephant Crew. Released on November 09th 2023 has received 4,789 reviews of which 4,544 were positive and 245 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played free 2d platformer games on Steam.
9.1
4,544
245
78
players
7. 修真大陆
A casual hang-up class repair fairy game 修真大陆 is a rpg, turn-based strategy and 2d platformer game developed and published by 北冥. Released on April 18th 2024 has received 378 reviews of which 275 were positive and 103 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.9 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.9
275
103
65
players
8. Flash Party
Flash Party brings another major update: new colorful stickers, weekly free heroes, community event trophy wall... The fun and exciting fighting party continues! Flash Party is a platform fighter. Attack, jump, dodge, and block... throw your opponents off-stage with all sorts of moves! Flash Party is a fighting, 2d platformer and 2d fighter game developed and published by XD. Released on January 09th 2023 has received 1,874 reviews of which 1,281 were positive and 593 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.7 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.7
1,281
593
49
players
9. Sheepy: A Short Adventure
A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is a pixel graphics, free to play and 2d platformer game developed and published by MrSuicideSheep. Released on February 06th 2024 has received 16,473 reviews of which 16,282 were positive and 191 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played free 2d platformer games on Steam.
9.6
16,282
191
45
players
10. Soul Guardians
Soul Guardians is a 2D cross-scroll action RPG game. Hired as a mercenary of the Empire, the protagonist goes on a journey to stop the conspiracy of the Dark Forces Undertaker. Raising unique characters, collecting and combining chain arts to enjoy your own hot action! Soul Guardians is a rpg, action rpg and 2d platformer game developed and published by PICTOLOGI. Released on February 21st 2023 has received 327 reviews of which 221 were positive and 106 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played free 2d platformer games on Steam.
6.5
221
106
14
players