Whatoplay presents the Top 15 Wii U Platformer Games
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This ranking is based on a 1 to 10 scoring system that aggregates
critic and gamer reviews into a unique score called a PlayScore.
As
much as new reviews show up, and are added, the PlayScore changes.
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At number 15 is Stealth Inc 2: A Game of Clones
This game is a very good example of a "Trial & Error" gameplay, and every gadget that you
acquire always seem very useful and worthwhile.
Stealth Inc 2 meshes smart puzzling with smart weaponry, and that gives it a very good overall
platforming value.
Unique atmosphere, twisted humor and a very challenging game if you let it become one.
A PlayScore of 8.27
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14th is Nintendo Land
This is more than just a platformer, it's a party game!
Nintendo Land is a label used to introduce the many features and capabilities of the
then new Wii U console.
And it excelled at doing so!
Fun set of mini-games, great for parties and friends to play with and the ability to upgrade
or design your own little world.
Nintendo Land gets a PlayScore of 8.31
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Ranked number 13 is Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
This may not be your typical platformer, but it's so much fun.
It's a platforming game where you can't "Jump", which, I know, is odd for the genre.
Treasure Tracker's clever use of map, objects and puzzles dissipate this notion.
Plus, the camera control plays a very big role in the game.
Limited but clever mobility, great diorama design levels and a very memorable unique
gameplay
A PlayScore of 8.36
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At number 12 is BIT.TRIP Presents Runner2
This game is a special kind of a platformer -- it mixes platforming and music perfectly!
Jump, slide, and run... three simple controls that when paired with perfectly timed obstacles,
a vibrant setting, fluid animations, and beautiful music will surely ensnare you.
Charming game design, no loading times, accessible to new players and challenging to veterans
at the same time.
A PlayScore of 8.38
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Eleventh place is New Super Mario Bros. U
Super Mario games have mostly been great.
To be honest, this fell short.
Compared to modern platformers like Rayman Legends, the New Super Mario Bros U felt like
it could have been more than just the basic HD version of older Super Mario gameplays.
Don't get me wrong, it's still a good game with its recognizable gameplay, smooth textures
and tons of additional content.
It gets a PlayScore of 8.45
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Rank number 10 is Guacamelee!
Super Turbo Championship Edition
When playing Guacamelee, you easily get lost in its silliness, brilliant cartoon-style
action, and those awesome luchador masks!
Flashy combat, good dialogues and lovable characters!
This game is heavily influenced by Metroid-vania gameplay, and quite honestly is one of the
better ones out there.
Probably the only gripe I -- and many others -- have on this game is its length: It's too
damn short.
Guacamelee STC Edition gets a PlayScore of 8.45
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9th is Child of Light
There is so much beauty in this game that you sometimes like to pause the game watch
the scenery, and frame it.
Every bit of it is - artful.
The combat system of Child of Light becomes great.
It's straightforward, refined and does away with a lot of unnecessary battle features
found in similar titles.
With a Disney-like story, rhyming dialogue, gorgeous setting and smooth animations.
This game is solid.
A PlayScore of 8.45
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Number 8 is Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Tropical Freeze tries its very best to employ something new to the genre, and with that
comes the ability to tag along a second Kong with you in your adventures.
Each having their own unique abilities.
It gives the game a breath of fresh air.
Fun to experiment, exciting boss battles, great vehicle sections but somewhat lacks
in difficulty.
It gets a PlayScore of 8.51
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7th place is Yoshi's Woolly World
Probably the most kid friendly game in this list.
Bright visuals, cute cotton-like design, jumpy music and a lovable dinosaur character.
What's cool about this game is that, you can approach it two ways: one is the easy, fun
way that is very accessible for younger players, while the other one is the completionist approach,
where unlockable S-rank levels and challenges are present.
A PlayScore of 8.60
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Ranked 6 is Runbow
A solid contender for the best party game.
Runbow uses a unique style of gameplay that makes use "Colors" as its primary game-mechanic.
Same color tiles disappear when swiped by the big running color.
Oftentimes you'll find yourself fighting both the level and your friend, and in rare occasions
you all actually try to cooperate to finish it together.
Oh and did I mention the many nintendo costumes that your avatar can wear?
A PlayScore of 8.75
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5th place is Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
A pleasant surprise to gamers, Shantae and the Pirate's Curse does not only feel new,
but is also very polished.
This is an indie game that delivered well - and there really aren't that much bad things
to nitpick.
Great improvement from the previous version, smooth animation at 60 frames per second and
tons of skills and items to collect.
It has a PlayScore of 8.82
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4th is Shovel Knight
The who's who of retro gaming.
Getting inspirations from various nintendo classics like Mario's world map design, Zelda's
town exploration and upgrading, Ducktales' combat and Megaman's boss fights.
Even with all these familiar gameplay styles, Shovel Knight can stand on its own merit.
This may be due to its clever combination of all these awesome gaming elements.
A game definitely worth trying out, a PlayScore of 9.18
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3rd is Rayman Legends
This is among the most beautiful-looking platformers I've played... a true "Legend".
Rayman Legends is almost perfect in every way, in terms of platforming.
Smart and diverse level designs, cool character models, epic bosses, hidden stages and a chaotic,
but fun local multiplayer.
The only thing I can ask from it is, "Where's the Online Co-op?"
Rayman Legends gets a PlayScore of 9.23
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2nd best is Super Mario Maker
A game for creators and hardcore gamers alike.
It's motto: "Imagination is your only limit" definitely hits that mark.
The amount of mix and matches that you can create in this game is boundless.
You can either make a stage so easy, even infants can play it, or, spend hours to create
masterful stages that is near-impossible to finish.
It is all up to you.
A PlayScore of 9.27
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Stay tuned for the runners-up right after we reveal the number one.
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And the best is Super Mario 3D World
It's Mario in a cat suit!
Who in their right mind wouldn't find that even a little bit creepy....
Er, I mean cute.
A game filled with tons of super mario platforming ideas that even when playing solo, it's still
above what you expected it to be!
However, the real fun is playing with friends in multiplayer, fighting for first place for
that coveted "Crown", even though it has no advantage whatsoever.
A PlayScore of 9.45