Phil writes, "To say that the platformer is a popular genre on Nintendo systems currently, whether the Nintendo 3DS or the Wii U, would be an understatement. With today's top ten list, we will focus on the former, the 3DS and its wide array of 2D platformers. These are what SuperPhillip Central considers the absolute pinnacle of the genre, usually focusing on raw gameplay over anything else. Of course, that's not the only consideration. After you've perused this list, why not share your own thoughts on the best 2D platformers the Nintendo 3DS system has to offer?"
To celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Yacht Club's Shovel Knight, CGM takes a brief look at its legacy.
Yacht Club games brought their A-game to IGN Live and sat down with us to speed run their way through Shovel Knight. Join us as they put their skills to the test and see if they can beat their own records.
Cave Story+ is free at Epic Games Store. The free game offer runs until September 7 at 11 AM Eastern. Once you claim it, it's yours to keep.