Top 10 Best Platform Games of All Time

In 1985, Super Mario Bros. defined how platform games work. The controls are simple but still wonderfully precise.

Super Mario 64 brought platforming into 3D and showed how a camera and analog controls work. The game still feels free.

Super Mario Odyssey revolves around the hat Cappy, which lets you take over enemies. The levels are full of secrets and surprises.

Celeste is a challenging game about climbing, anxiety and perseverance. The controls are precise and the story touches many players.

Hollow Knight is a beautifully drawn metroidvania with a huge world. The game rewards exploration and is surprisingly deep.

Rayman Legends has a gorgeous style and musical levels. Its co-op mode makes the game extra fun with friends.

Donkey Kong Country was known for its advanced graphics in the 1990s. Its music and difficulty make it a true classic.

Crash Bandicoot was the face of the PlayStation. The levels demand precision and the game remains challenging to this day.

Ori and the Blind Forest is visually breathtaking and emotionally powerful. The controls are smooth and the music sticks with you.

Sonic the Hedgehog introduced speed to platform games. It was Sega's answer to Mario and became a cultural icon.