Shovel Knight 2014
Why it still holds upEasy to learn platforming with modern ideas of risk and reward, on an 8 bit look, is why it is worth playing now.
Wii U platformers that still hold up
First released on the Wii U
Games
Shovel Knight 2014
Why it still holds upEasy to learn platforming with modern ideas of risk and reward, on an 8 bit look, is why it is worth playing now.
Super Mario 3D World 2013
Why it still holds upShort, varied levels with a steady difficulty ramp, and characters whose abilities matter, still make it worth playing today.
Child of Light 2014
Why it still holds upA firefly that slows enemies and heals allies, and a surprise strike for whoever reaches an enemy's back first, still give every battle a small tactical choice.
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze 2014
Why it still holds upPartners with different moves, and a shop that sells help, still let you choose how hard a level is for you.
Super Mario Maker 2015
Why it still holds upBuilding a course and having to beat it is still what defines it today.
Rayman Legends 2013
Why it still holds upIt is still easy to share, with worlds you can visit in any order and friends beside you.
Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 2014
Why it still holds upEvery ledge is still a puzzle, since the characters cannot jump.
On sale
Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition 2013
Why it still holds upThe Mexican setting still gives the adventure a style of its own.
On sale
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero 2016
Why it still holds upEven now, what was out of reach on a first pass becomes a reason to replay a stage.
New Super Mario Bros. U 2012
Why it still holds upBoost Mode still lets a fifth player build the floor today.
On sale
DuckTales: Remastered 2013
Why it still holds upBosses rebuilt with new patterns still end every expedition on a fight to learn.
Bit.Trip Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien 2013
Why it still holds upYou still learn each level as a rhythm by repeating it, since every obstacle needs one exact action.