TOP 50+ 2D Platformer Games on Nintendo Switch! - THE ULTIMATE LIST GUIDE!

[@SwitchWatch]

How you doing everyone, thank you so much for all your "get well" messages, James and I appreciated it very much and it is awesome to be back doing what we love. Thanks for supporting the channel in the meantime. Here we have another mammoth list that always seems to take me an age to make but I think they are worth it and we hope you do too! Bare in mind we have another Ultimate list guide including Metroidvanias which you can also class as 2D platformers but we have kept them separate so you have two huge lists to enjoy. so if you don't see Hollow Knight or Dead Cells here, don't worry click on this list instead! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eKfalGSug6ekn9k Thank you and enjoy!

[@Woupsme]

This list includes a bunch of games I haven't even heard of. Thanks for the great work!

[@SwitchWatch]

@@Woupsme you are most welcome

[@lucianonicolasgarcia7311]

Nice list, my additions: Freedom Planet and Gianna Sisters

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you buddy!

[@tomradburn2073]

Second Freedom Planet. Its a must buy.

[@knightdriver3592]

I second Gianna Sisters. Haven’t seen Freedom Planet, I’ll need to check that out.

[@game-enjoyer13]

Platformers and adventure games, both 2D and 3D, have always been my favorite game genres since I was a kid. The switch is just a fucking goldmine for those games

[@Sardonic_Zee]

So glad you are back and feeling better!! Thank you for all the work you guys do.. I just love your content I cant say it enough!

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you very much indeed zee!

[@DSG0805]

You guys rule. I needed this now haha. My favorite genre is metroidvania with 2d platformers second

[@SwitchWatch]

Sweet!

[@DGoodhart]

So glad to hear you guys recovered well and just great to hear you guys do another one of these epic list videos. Lots of my favorites mentioned here for sure (N++. Super Meat Boy, Flashback, Another World, The Way Remastered and more). One you didn’t mention that I’ve fallen in love with is a game called Klaus. It’s got a terrific visual style, and some solid game mechanics that just made me want to see what was going to be thrown at me next. Great job as always, guys

[@SwitchWatch]

Awesome! Thank you very much indeed!

[@elisac6146]

Glad to hear you have recovered, and welcome back n.n

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you very much Elisa!

[@joelparker5388]

Beast episode gents!!!! Gotta say, if I had to pick one it might be Splasher, just an absolute pleasure from start to finish!

[@SwitchWatch]

Love that game too man!

[@Kraken54321]

I've ordered splasher from Playasia. 👍

[@Ser-Smiley]

Aaay. Glad you boys are back. Love me some 2d platformers. 😋

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you buddy!

[@chocolocojames213]

Have pre ordered the physical version of Gris. Woo hoo 😄😄😄

[@SwitchWatch]

Brilliant game!

[@EternalDarknessAboveTheBlueSky]

I would add these: Steamworld Dig 1 & 2, Starlit Adventures, Vertical Drop Heroes, Bloo Kid 2, Venture Kid

[@SwitchWatch]

Reasons Steamworld is not in is it's on our Metroidvania list. Thanks

[@ThatSneakman]

Surprised at the lack of Freedom Planet on this list. Unless I blacked out when they mentioned it.

[@SwitchWatch]

Not played that one buddy so did not put it in. On our list to play.

[@ThatSneakman]

@@SwitchWatch That's fair! If you liked Sonic Mania, then you'll probably enjoy it

[@vicvon6738]

Hi!!! I recommend Goblin Sword, super fan, super cheap, and about 15 to 20 hours of content! Thanks for the video!!

[@SwitchWatch]

Awesome thank you!

[@derbezacesanchez3779]

Single and small groups of people are showing the Goliaths of the gaming industry the real love of games. I just hope that these humble indie gamers keep things on an even keel even when acclaim comes their way.

[@zockeromi1970]

So glad you're ok ❤️

[@SwitchWatch]

Cheers buddy

[@lun_r]

Thank you so much for this list. You guys are too good to us and work so hard. That "zed" business is uncalled for.

[@SwitchWatch]

Your welcome.

[@SwitchWatch]

Thanks mate. What is the Zed business. I must have missed that. Thanks

[@rudyseidl7645]

Loved this - there were some I have not heard of - can't wait give me a go

[@SwitchWatch]

Brilliant thank you!

[@7211mason]

Great reviews 👍🏻

[@nathancarmen8439]

Glad you guys have both made a full recovery. Take care.

[@SwitchWatch]

Thanks Nathan 👍

[@scottharvey938]

Fantastic video guys 😎👍

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you Scott

[@linseysiu3086]

You guys are amazing. Thanks for putting this list together I know it took a lot of work

[@stueeey]

Not the biggest fan of platformers but will check out your Gris review. Preordered Hoa because it looks absolutely stunning!

[@MattMatt06]

Dude I’ve been looking for that stupid runbow game for like two years and I finally fucking find omg thank you

[@Kraken54321]

All I want is a physical copy of Cuphead. 😔

[@elisac6146]

Oh My!!! I would really like a copy of that game too *starry eyes

[@DSG0805]

Same

[@lun_r]

Add me too. There has to be a reason. Netflix series?

[@lun_r]

@@simplelines3335 Thank you for the information.

[@55ense5imulation4]

2023

[@craigpilkington4323]

Fantastic video. Does anyone know what different music tracks are used in the video?

[@SwitchWatch]

When I have a moment I will list them for you. Was meant to add in description. Thanks

[@craigpilkington4323]

@@SwitchWatch Thanks a lot mate :)

[@elisac6146]

Oh my this video came unexpectedly XD

[@SwitchWatch]

Thank you very much indeed!

[@padasarecool34]

Gunvolt & luminous avenger is what got me loving platforms

[@eccy2492]

Great video

[@zachpowell8653]

I bought Eternal Castle at full price and really could not get into it. I also didn't get into Narito Boy and I know you guys love that. Maybe it's me.

[@suburbanl3g3nd497]

You guys did N++ dirty by barely giving it 10 seconds of talk. Such an underrated platformer

[@SwitchWatch]

Great game, maybe should have spent a bit more time on that one

[@yaninspiker]

Great video! Just a heads-up. I think you guys skipped number 41. Little Nightmares is listed as 40 and Little Nightmares is 42.

[@SwitchWatch]

Dammit! This long videos we check & check and always end up missing something as they are so long to edit. Thanks for pointing that out. Now I'm not happy 😄

[@speedstar1988]

Hey Keep it up the good work ! Have you guys try Broforce!?? Lots of fun!

[@fthprodphoto-video5357]

The switch is like the new snes !

[@JediRyu99]

SNES II Or new N64....lol. N65!

[@DSG0805]

I think New and Tasty could actually count as an action platformer.

[@SwitchWatch]

Indeed it could

[@garethmitchell9140]

I thought you said no metroidvanias, yet Messenger is on the list?

[@SwitchWatch]

Hi Gareth that was a tester. Only kidding, James loves that game so much he forced it into the list and said it was more a 2d platformer so I blame him 🤣

[@DSG0805]

Just got a physical copy used of my Friend Pedro for 18 bucks. Not bad

[@SwitchWatch]

Great price for sure!

[@davesavage4322]

the ori games i would add to list they are up there as very best platformers

[@vishnuanand9669]

They are technically Metroidvania, that's why they aren't here.

[@MrMartellSincere]

I love Nintendo Switch and their games to have on the go.. all I need is a 1tb card for my Nintendo Switch Lite and I'm straight 👍🤠👍

[@SwitchWatch]

100% need that card!

[@MrMartellSincere]

@@SwitchWatch same here 😭 that 1tb is all I need (unless 2tb SD card is being made in the near future)

[@Strongestlink360]

I got a 1TB in my switch and eventually my SWOLED. However , next sale, I’m considering putting another in my lite.

[@chilly6470]

It annoys me that Valfaris doesn't support Rumble. I can't think of a game it would suit better. Delighted to Splasher on the list by the way. It's one of the most addictive 2d platformers out there.

[@strawhatmonty22897]

Freedom planet is a great 2d platformer on switch

[@geminijinxies7258]

My own favs are Freedom Planet (The best Sonic game without Sonic) and Goblin Sword (Action platformer with fun levels). Check them out!

[@CorinianSalame]

Panzer Paladin!! Definitely would put it above a few on this list.

[@SwitchWatch]

Thanks very much

[@chilly6470]

Definitely want to check that out at some point. It does look great.

[@ahmadalshafi1188]

How about your top 10 super robot games? 🤩

[@SwitchWatch]

I like this idea!. Certainly Jordan will bloody love it!

[@ahmadalshafi1188]

@@SwitchWatch i didn’t know anything about super robot until I saw your review on v x t Now I got all the English versions from playasia even per ordered super robot 30 and loving it … thanks guys 😄👍

[@chcamporezi]

Sunblaze?

[@SwitchWatch]

Thanks mate. Missed that and not played it. Will try it out

[@DSG0805]

Panzer Paladin and the upcoming Greak

[@brandonconstantine3853]

Both are great games, but they are more so metroidvanias with 2d platforming elements.

[@CorinianSalame]

@@brandonconstantine3853 Panzer Paladin is a straight up platformer

[@DSG0805]

@@brandonconstantine3853 panzer is not a metroidvania, but I don’t officially know the case for Greak.

[@brandonconstantine3853]

@@DSG0805 yeah I thought about that after I played it. Had to go back & watch some gameplay videos. But Greak is most def a metroidvania. The demo for it is currently on Switch.

[@BillB808]

Hmm time to see if switchwatch have plated Kuso...im guessing non

[@SwitchWatch]

Need to play that one!!! Thanks for the rec

[@kyajuanrogers8699]

Nice

[@gReed16384]

umm .. Eternal castle is not a remake and was not released 1987 .. it was a made up story for a new game ;)

[@ChickenPerm]

SPINCH!

[@SwitchWatch]

Thanks buddy

[@jwill7998]

No Fez? What gives?

[@gerardoodore4757]

Ottimi suggerimenti per me che ho un cellulare poco potente per skyline

[@scotstookey9687]

Don't forget cave story for a 2d platformer

[@thedar7164]

ahoy me boy...

[@duhmez]

I beat Alex Kidd i Miracle World probbaly 100 times literally back inthe day. I borowed my friend's master system for a couple weeks, close friend so is parents approved the loan. a MIRACLE hey? I would challenge myself tom literally pick up every possible bag of money in the entire game, and I would do so. (Might have been a couple u must miss based on the path u take, like the helicopter zone u miss the underwater part by design by not tfalling) BUt now for sure not for me, i played the game too much it is to much burned into memory. I even posted a full walkthrough to KZbin shwing off everything many years ago, so I will not be buying. If they had made a whole new game, plus included the priginal, that would have been somethjing I jumped on.

[@bigpileofpuke]

talks about sonic mania then shows no sonic mania footage. disliked, closing tab.

[@kshepard2947]

👍

[@luchopipe7358]

Amazing video

[@Mazen_Almalki]

Nice