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Definition of platformer

platformer

/ˈplætˌfɔːrmər/
plat · form · er
Plural:platformers
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platformer Lexical Profile

platformer Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A video game genre in which the player controls a character who runs, jumps, and climbs across suspended platforms and obstacles to navigate the environment.

Example

"The indie studio gained widespread acclaim after releasing a challenging 2D platformer with hand-drawn animation."

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• Nearby Words

platelet
platelike
platform
platformer
platforming
plating
platinum

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Platformer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/platformer
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