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Best Platformer games on Xbox One
The 183 best Platformer games on Xbox One, ranked from 34,360 critic and player ratings.
The best Platformer game on Xbox One right now is Portal 2, with a critic score of 95/100 — updated August 2026.
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Portal 2
Sequel to the acclaimed Portal (2007), Portal 2 pits the protagonist of the original game, Chell, and her new robot friend, Wheatley, against more puzzles conceived by GLaDOS, an A.I. with the sole purpose of testing the Portal Gun's mechanics and taking revenge on Chell for the events of Portal. As a result of several interactions and revelations, Chell once again pushes to escape Aperture Science Labs.
95
/100
02
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
03
Inside
An atmospheric 2D side-scroller in which, hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project and struggles to preserve his identity.
92
/100
A
Portal 2
Sequel to the acclaimed Portal (2007), Portal 2 pits the protagonist of the original game, Chell, and her new robot friend, Wheatley, against more puzzles conceived by GLaDOS, an A.I. with the sole purpose of testing the Portal Gun's mechanics and taking revenge on Chell for the events of Portal. As a result of several interactions and revelations, Chell once again pushes to escape Aperture Science Labs.
95
/100
02
Hades
A rogue-lite hack and slash dungeon crawler in which Zagreus, son of Hades the Greek god of the dead, attempts to escape his home and his oppressive father by fighting the souls of the dead through the various layers of the ever-shifting underworld, while getting to know and forging relationships with its inhabitants.
94
/100
03
Inside
An atmospheric 2D side-scroller in which, hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project and struggles to preserve his identity.
92
/100
04
Conker's Bad Fur Day
92
/100
05
Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
91
/100
06
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
91
/100
07
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.
91
/100
08
Rogue Legacy 2
Rogue Legacy is back! But now it's got a 2 on the end of it! Rogue Legacy 2 is a genealogical rogue-lite. That means it has all the trappings of a typical rogue-like (randomized runs, changing characters, and more), but with persistent upgrades, and persistent dead heirs. In this game, your legacy defines you. Spend your parents’ inheritance and grow the family manor to give your children a better fighting chance. Each child is unique, with their own traits and abilities. Your daughter could be a Ranger. She could also be vegan. It’s a new experience every time. Rogue Legacy 2 also lets you play how you want to. Go hard and fast, and dive deeper into the depths of a randomly-generated world. Or take it slow and steady and build your character up until you’re ready for greater challenges.
90
/100
09
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Dr. Eggman (aka Dr. Robotnik) has returned, turning helpless animals into robots and forcing them to build his ultimate weapon, the Death Egg! But this time, Sonic has a friend that can help him: Tails! Find the 7 Chaos Emeralds and stop Dr. Robotnik’s evil scheme!
90
/100
10
Portal: Still Alive
90
/100
11
Banjo-Tooie
90
/100
12
Tails of Iron
90
/100
13
Neon Abyss
90
/100
14
Hollow Knight: Silksong
90
/100
15
Rayman Origins
89
/100
16
SteamWorld Dig 2
89
/100
17
Rayman Legends
89
/100
18
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
89
/100
19
Shovel Knight
89
/100
20
Blasphemous II
89
/100
21
Wandersong
89
/100
22
Owlboy
89
/100
23
Night in the Woods
88
/100
24
Ori and the Blind Forest
88
/100
25
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
26
Dead Cells
88
/100
27
B
It Takes Two
88
/100
28
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
88
/100
29
Far: Changing Tides
88
/100
30
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
31
Mega Man 9
88
/100
32
Child of Light
88
/100
33
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
87
/100
34
Psychonauts 2
87
/100
35
Cuphead
87
/100
36
The Swapper
87
/100
37
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
87
/100
38
TowerFall Ascension
87
/100
39
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
87
/100
40
Braid
87
/100
41
Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
86
/100
42
Iconoclasts
86
/100
43
Rogue Legacy
86
/100
44
Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights
86
/100
45
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
86
/100
46
Arise: A Simple Story
86
/100
47
BattleBlock Theater
85
/100
48
Sonic Mania
85
/100
49
Stray
85
/100
50
Risk of Rain
85
/100
Conker's Bad Fur Day
92
/100
05
Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
91
/100
06
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
91
/100
07
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
Ori and the Will of the Wisps is a platform-adventure game that combines exploration, traversal, and combat within an interconnected world. Designed in a Metroidvania style, it focuses on navigating varied environments, uncovering hidden areas, and acquiring abilities that expand movement and progression options. The game features a system of upgrades and spirit-based skills that support different playstyles, along with environmental challenges and encounters that require timing and precision. Its presentation emphasizes detailed animation and a cohesive audiovisual design that supports both exploration and gameplay.
91
/100
08
Rogue Legacy 2
Rogue Legacy is back! But now it's got a 2 on the end of it! Rogue Legacy 2 is a genealogical rogue-lite. That means it has all the trappings of a typical rogue-like (randomized runs, changing characters, and more), but with persistent upgrades, and persistent dead heirs. In this game, your legacy defines you. Spend your parents’ inheritance and grow the family manor to give your children a better fighting chance. Each child is unique, with their own traits and abilities. Your daughter could be a Ranger. She could also be vegan. It’s a new experience every time. Rogue Legacy 2 also lets you play how you want to. Go hard and fast, and dive deeper into the depths of a randomly-generated world. Or take it slow and steady and build your character up until you’re ready for greater challenges.
90
/100
09
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Dr. Eggman (aka Dr. Robotnik) has returned, turning helpless animals into robots and forcing them to build his ultimate weapon, the Death Egg! But this time, Sonic has a friend that can help him: Tails! Find the 7 Chaos Emeralds and stop Dr. Robotnik’s evil scheme!
90
/100
10
Portal: Still Alive
90
/100
11
Banjo-Tooie
90
/100
12
Tails of Iron
90
/100
13
Neon Abyss
90
/100
14
Hollow Knight: Silksong
90
/100
15
Rayman Origins
89
/100
16
SteamWorld Dig 2
89
/100
17
Rayman Legends
89
/100
18
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
89
/100
19
Shovel Knight
89
/100
20
Blasphemous II
89
/100
21
Wandersong
89
/100
22
Owlboy
89
/100
23
Night in the Woods
88
/100
24
Ori and the Blind Forest
88
/100
25
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
26
Dead Cells
88
/100
27
B
It Takes Two
88
/100
28
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
88
/100
29
Far: Changing Tides
88
/100
30
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
31
Mega Man 9
88
/100
32
Child of Light
88
/100
33
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
87
/100
34
Psychonauts 2
87
/100
35
Cuphead
87
/100
36
The Swapper
87
/100
37
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
87
/100
38
TowerFall Ascension
87
/100
39
F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch
87
/100
40
Braid
87
/100
41
Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
86
/100
42
Iconoclasts
86
/100
43
Rogue Legacy
86
/100
44
Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights
86
/100
45
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
86
/100
46
Arise: A Simple Story
86
/100
47
BattleBlock Theater
85
/100
48
Sonic Mania
85
/100
49
Stray
85
/100
50
Risk of Rain
85
/100
FAQ
What is the best Platformer game on Xbox One?
Portal 2 currently tops the ranking with a score of 95/100 across 6,104 ratings. It holds a A grade from the Tier community — updated August 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.