Mobile platformer
If you're looking for games to test your skills, why not try your hand at mobile platformers? Here are a few titles to inspire you.
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What is a platformer on Android and iOS?
A mobile platformer (also known as a platform game) is a 2D or 3D action game where, as the name suggests, you have to jump onto platforms to avoid obstacles or enemies. Platform games call on your reflexes !
In the world of video games, platformers are one of the oldest genres, along with arcade games in particular.
Platformers on mobile phones: fun games you should try out straight away
As we've seen, platformer gameplay is based on jumps, movement and reflexes. But these games have other features too:
- Varied levels and obstacles: the variety and progressive difficulty of platformers make for a fun and enjoyable experience, but they also require a good deal of thought and skill.
- Item collection: in many platformers on Android and iOS, the mechanic of collecting coins, gems or any other items that will help your character progress or earn bonuses to become stronger is still present.
- Enemies and combat: platformers don't just offer a succession of levels, the gameplay is also punctuated by enemies to avoid or fight, as well as bosses of varying degrees of complexity.
There are different types of platformer on Android and iOS, some of which are more puzzle-oriented, while others incorporate shooter mechanics.
