Though the genre has since exploded, 2D platforming arguably owes its start to Super Mario. And even though it’s been 40 ...

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Super Mario Wonder is a masterclass in 2D game design. Even in its earliest stages, it allows players to dash off at breakneck speed and blitz levels like there is no tomorrow.

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Forgotten Gems: Shadow Complex Designer Donald Mustard on the resurrection of the 2D Metroidvania, and the sequel that almost was.

The game even debuts a new power-up: Elephant Mario. Surprise and wonder await at every corner in the next evolution of 2D side-scrolling Mario fun!

Metroid Dread is coming to Nintendo Switch in 2021. Credit: Nintendo Metroid Dread is coming to the Nintendo Switch on October 8th. It’s the first 2D Metroid platformer in 19 years, ditching the ...

A new Super Mario game is coming to Nintendo Switch in 2023: Super Mario Bros. Wonder. It’s a 2D side-scroller in the vein of New Super Mario Bros.