Platformers: why we never get tired of them

Platformers are among the oldest games, yet we keep coming back. Their secret: rules that are simple to grasp but hard to master, which gives huge satisfaction when you nail a section.

Perfect for starting out

Because they rely mostly on jumps and timing, these games are ideal for a beginner. You quickly understand what's expected, and every failure clearly teaches you what to fix.

Many offer levels that get progressively tougher, which lets you improve gradually. You feel your own improvement, and that's a huge motivation to keep going.

A genre that brings people together

Lots of platformers can be played together on the same couch. Laughs guaranteed when a friend falls at the worst moment: it's perfect for a laid-back night with friends.