1980s platformers that still hold up

Ghosts 'n Goblins 1985 i Why it still holds upA knight who loses his armor in two hits still keeps every fight tense.

Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels 1986 i Why it still holds upA harder run through eight worlds is still a challenge that draws players to it.

Hudson's Adventure Island 1986 i Why it still holds upRunning against health that keeps draining still makes every stage a race today.

Pitfall! 1982 i Why it still holds upA jungle trek against the clock, with treasure scattered across it, is still a goal that is easy to grasp today.

Super Mario Bros. 2 1988 i Why it still holds upChoosing a character with its own strengths gives each stage a second way to be played, even today.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World 1986 i Why it still holds upIts 17 stages still alternate between scrolling and single screen play, with puzzles and bought vehicles in between.

Mario Bros. 1983 i Why it still holds upEvery round fits on one screen and uses only running and jumping, so it is quick to learn today.

Super Mario Land 1989 i Why it still holds upA Mario made for the Game Boy's small screen is still worth seeing.

Donkey Kong 1981 i Why it still holds upMario's first appearance in a video game is still worth a visit, with the barrels waiting where they always were.

Metroid 1986 i Why it still holds upA world that opens up as abilities are earned still draws players in.