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1994 Classic

A fast 16-bit platformer from Game Freak in which a half-digital hero dashes through electric circuits and cyber worlds, using charged attacks against enemies. A Sega Mega Drive hidden gem with a strong soundtrack, made before the studio found fame with Pokémon.

What defines Pulseman:

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

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Cyber Hook

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2020 PCPlayStationNintendo Switch 12.49 € 👍 95 % Overwhelmingly positive, 3,875 reviews on Steam Steam Deck verified

  • Sci-fi setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Linear, curated structure

A fast 3D platformer set in a neon retrowave world, where you swing with a grappling hook, run along walls and slow time to race through short, speedrun-style levels. Precision and momentum matter far more than story or character growth.

Ristar

Bright, upbeat tone

A charming 16-bit platformer where a star hero uses stretchy arms to grab enemies, swing from objects and move through colorful worlds. It is short and polished, and known for its distinctive style and music.

VectorMan

Sci-fi setting

A fast run-and-gun platformer where you play the Orbot VectorMan cleaning a polluted Earth of rogue machines. Known for its shiny pre-rendered orb-based graphics and power-up transformations.

Gravity Circuit

Sci-fi setting

A fast 2D action platformer in the vein of Mega Man X, where Kai uses a grappling power and gravity abilities to hurl robots through stages and boss fights. Fluid combat, crisp pixel art and a driving soundtrack.

Mega Man 11

Sci-fi setting

The classic run-and-gun platformer returns with a fresh 2.5D look: you beat Robot Masters, take their weapons and tackle tight, precise stages. The new Double Gear system lets you slow time or boost your firepower.

Mega Man 8

Sci-fi setting

A classic run-and-gun platformer where Mega Man defeats eight robot masters and takes their weapons. The PlayStation entry brings a colorful cartoon look, animated cutscenes and varied stages with boss fights.

VectorMan 2

Linear, curated structure

A fast run-and-gun platformer where the orb-bodied VectorMan blasts and transforms his way through an abandoned research facility. Its pre-rendered 3D orb-model look was distinctive for the era.

Sonic Forces

Linear, curated structure

A fast-paced platformer where you rush through short, linear stages as Modern Sonic, Classic Sonic and a customizable hero. It focuses on speed and spectacle rather than depth or high difficulty.

Strider 2

Sci-fi setting

A fast 2.5D action platformer where the ninja Hiryu slashes, wall-climbs and flips through futuristic stages. As the true sequel to the arcade classic, it delivers short, intense runs and boss fights.

Aaero

Linear, curated structure

A rhythm shooter where you fly along ribbons of light, blasting enemies and bosses in time with licensed electronic music. The soundtrack and stylized look are the highlights.

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