November has arrived, which means we're already knee-deep in the big games of the fall. Some of the biggest PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC games of the year came out last month ...

These six games ensure that players can't rely on the lock-on mechanic too heavily. In 2D mode, players can move about, but can’t change the camera angle. Then, in 3D mode, they can move the ...

After an inarguably massive year for games, it's possible that the 2024 schedule will wind up feeling a little quieter—but the first couple months have already been stacked with celebrated releases.

Like most other HD-2D games, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake has an almost pop-up storybook quality that lends itself well to a fantasy tale of heroes, mages, monsters, and more. As I explored more ...

Oli Welsh is senior editor, U.K., providing news, analysis, and criticism of film, TV, and games. He has been covering the business & culture of video games for two decades. This year marks the ...

So why not try it out? If we were to tell you that Super Mario Bros. Wonder is “another 2D Mario game,” you would likely have a good inclination about what to expect. However ...

The game takes place in a 2D world with procedurally generated areas where every pixel is physically simulated. The protagonist is Noita who has permadeath and players must fight various ...

Celeste is a tight, 2D, twitch-style platformer, but, scratch the surface, and you'll find one of the most unforgettable games we’ve come across in many years. With a poignant story to match its ...

You've booted the game up, ready to immerse yourself in whatever wonders it has in store. But oh wait — there's that one small thing that happens to be blocking your way — the same as last time, and ...

From design concepts to art style, aesthetics are now key to a game's success. This is especially true for 2D platformers, a genre widely recognized for its distinctive graphical approaches.