Do you like 3D platform games? Indeed, the 32 and 64 -bit generation games have made history with their 3D platform titles, featuring iconic characters exploring vast and colorful environments.
However, there are also recent platform games that seek to capture the essence of the sixth generation classics, bringing a wave of nostalgia to fans of this style of play.
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Given this, we decided to compile a list of 8 major 3D platform games, from the classics to the latest
3D Platform: Best Games
The hat in time
Developed by the Gears for Breakfast team and published by Humble Bundle in 2017, “A Hat in Time” is an independent game for fans of the 5th generation video game classics.
The game features a gameplay inspired by 32/64 -bit Eras Platform titles, where players control the main character, Hat Kid, on an open world adventure full of platform challenges, obstacles and collectible to obtain.
In addition, “Hat in Time” offers a local cooperative mode in a divided screen. The game is available for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Super Mario 64
This game is an absolute classic. It was the pioneer of the “Mario” franchise to adopt graphics completely 3D, providing players an unprecedented exploration experience in a vast three -dimensional world.
In Mario’s control, players embark on an adventure to rescue Princess Peach from the clutches of the evil Bowser. Mario travels through Peach’s castle and accesses the stages by jumping into magical paintings.
The gameplay is based on the exploitation of the vast world of the game, collecting stars and facing challenges in various phases and levels within the castle. Here, Mario has a variety of super leaps (something unprecedented until then) and features iconic power-ups like the winged and metal hat.
Extremely influential, “Super Mario 64” was one of the first successful 3D games and helped define the genre of 3D platforms.
Super Mario Odyssey
Critically acclaimed by the public, ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ is considered by many to be the best game in the mustaded plumber franchise.
3D platform set with stunning graphics, in ‘Odyssey’ the player controls Mario in a gameplay focused on exploration and collecting in an open world. In his ship, Mario travels to several kingdoms with unique characteristics and the player has the freedom to explore them in a nonlinear way.
As a novelty, Mario has the help of a magical hat, Cappy, which makes the plumber be able to capture objects and enemies, acquiring his skills. In addition, it is possible to launch the cappy to propel yourself in the air or unlock hidden areas.
The game is available for Nintendo Switch.
Banjo-Kazooie
Classic developed by Rare and originally released for Nintendo 64 in 1998, “Banjo-Kazooie” is one of the most nostalgic platform games of the 1990s.
The protagonists of this game are Banjo, a Bonachão bear, and Kazooie, a sarcastic bird who lives in his backpack. Controlling both simultaneously, players dive into three -dimensional worlds full of nonlinear challenges.
The mission? Collect musical notes and puzzle pieces to move forward. Together, Banjo and Kazooie have a wide range of skills, including jumping, flying, swimming and rolling. In addition, they can turn into different creatures through the magic powers of the Mumbo Jumbo shaman.
Yooka Laylee
And since we talk about Banjo-Kazooie, this game here is considered its spiritual successor. This is because “Yooka-Laylee” was developed by Playtonic Games, a team of former rare employees, banjo-kazooie developer.
Launched in 2017, the protagonists of the game are the Yooka Chameleon and Morcega Laylee. Laylee is on Yooka’s back and the player controls both together, a mechanics similar to banjo-kazooie.
Together they explore open worlds, solve puzzles, collect items, and unlock special skills as they advance in history.
The game is available for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Crash Bandicoot: Warped
Launched in 1998, this is the third main title of the Crash Bandicoot series. In “Warped”, players control Crash and, in some phases, their sister Coco Bandicoot, traveling for time to gather crystals spread before the villain Neo Cortex gets them.
The levels are challenging, full of obstacles and dangers. The game also has different phases, such as Crash riding a motorcycle in running phases and coconut riding on the pure tiger puppy.
Rayman 2: The Great Escape
Critical acclaimed, “Rayman 2: The Great Escape” is considered one of the best platform games in the 32/64 -bit era.
In the game, Rayman should save his world from imminent destruction by the hands of an army of robots. The gameplay focuses on exploration, puzzle resolution and fighting.
The game has a melancholy and enchanted look and atmosphere. The environments are vibrant and stunning, from lush forests to dark caves and abandoned factories.
JAK AND DAXTER: THE PRECURSOR LEGACY
This platform game is from the sixth generation of video games (the title was originally released for PlayStation 2). “Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy” was developed by Naughty Dog and gained other sequences.
The game follows Jak and his friend Daxter, the latter who is accidentally transformed into a hairy creature after an incident.
The game takes place in a vast world, with fluid platform gameplay that involves exploring open environments, solving puzzles and facing a variety of enemies. During his journey, Jak and Daxter can acquire new skills and powers.