Category description: Today more often referred to as a "platformer" or "platform game", Super Mario inspired countless other games where the primary mechanic involves running, jumping, and sometimes even flying around the levels. Commander Keen, the unofficial mascot of the site, was an early example on the PC.
Inner Worlds
Views: 19,6261996Full versionSidescrolling
Sleepless Software
An enchanting fantasy-themed platform game that few have likely heard of, Inner Worlds features great graphics, sound, … VIEW
International Ninja Rabbits
International Ninja Rabbits (now in Japan!) is a game that sounds and looks more fun than it actually is, but it's an … VIEW
Iron Blood
Iron Blood (aka Interrupt in Korea) is a professionally produced platforming game (say that three times fast) released … VIEW
Jack Flash: Mutiny of the Things
Jack Flash seems inspired by the great platforming games made by companies like Apogee and Epic in the early 90's. It … VIEW
Janitor Joe
Views: 8,9751984FreewareSidescrolling
Kevin Bales
Janitor Joe is a difficult and unforgiving CGA platforming game, a bit similar to Donkey Kong. It was made by Kevin … VIEW
Jason Jupiter, Star Cadet
Views: 9,5311989FreewareSidescrolling
Neil A. Drage
Jason Jupiter, Star Cadet is a platforming game utilizing text-mode (ASCII) characters for its "graphics". That means … VIEW
Jasper's Journeys
Views: 13,6901997SharewareSidescrolling
PabaGames
This one surprised me ... it's a VERY good looking jumping game, with great sound effects and animation. You play an … VIEW
Jazz Jackrabbit
Views: 38,8621992Shareware (Full version available)Sidescrolling
Epic Megagames
A pretty cool platform game that tries to borrow from Sonic the Hedgehog, with mixed results. It actually plays a bit … VIEW
Jazz Jackrabbit: Holiday Hare 1994
Views: 22,0081994FreewareSidescrolling
Epic Megagames
This special freeware version of the classic Sonic-inspired jumping & shooting game from Epic Megagames was released at … VIEW
Jazz Jackrabbit: Holiday Hare 1995
Views: 18,0051995FreewareSidescrolling
Epic Megagames
Already played Jazz Jackrabbit: Holiday Hare 1994 and want more Jazz action? This is the follow-up to the 1994 … VIEW
