Argonaut Games, the legendary studio known for bringing its pioneering 3D technology to a 2D gaming world in the 1980s, has returned after a 20 year hiatus. It became a household name to gamers worldwide by developing groundbreaking titles, including the classics Starglider and Starglider 2, the seminal Star Fox (in collaboration with Nintendo), and Croc Legend of the Gobbos.

The reborn Argonaut Games continues the legacy established by Jez San OBE in 1982, now as a boutique publisher driven by creativity and developer collaboration. Possessing a catalog of classic gaming IP combined with a roadmap of original games, we hope you will join us as we embark on this exciting new chapter in Argonaut’s history.

Additionally, retro-gaming fans will be excited to know that the remaster includes the Crocipedia, an extensive and meticulously curated digital museum containing long-lost development assets, such as game design documents, concept art, animation tests, team member interviews, and much more.

Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark is a 2D action adventure starring two new characters. Servants of the Dark takes the tight action players enjoyed in Gal Guardians: Demon Purge and vastly increases the exploration and collection elements, shifting genres completely to a full Metroidvania for an all-new experience.

In a faraway kingdom in a land of legend, a mysterious plague of unknown origin has rapidly infected the population. Dubbed the "Red Plague", the evil nature of the phenomenon is unmistakable: the dead begin to rise from their graves, and demonic incarnations begin to appear.

Step into a world full of fast-paced action and mischievous monsters! Monster Popper is a dynamic action platformer where you play as a young hero armed with a powerful energy blaster. Your mission is to eliminate waves of crazy, bouncing creatures and defeat giant bosses that threaten the magical kingdom.

You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier who defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.

Wait... A muscular cat that fights aliens!?

Get ready to enjoy this crazy 2D platformer adventure starring KinnikuNeko! A cat with the body of a bodybuilder who will fight against a big alien army that has invaded planet Earth and captured all its inhabitants. He will be accompanied by his friends Lemon and Keita, a girl and a boy who haven't yet been captured by the evil beings from outer space.

Go through different levels fighting with your muscles until you find the way to save humanity.
Watch out! The slender and ferocious General Pitaya, together with her two henchmen, will not make it easy for you!

In a future ravaged by mechanized enemies known as the Primordial, one girl named Amor might hold the only key to reclaiming civilization in S. Prysm Destroyer! Amor had fallen in love with a boy whose passion was constructing robots, but when he died, the tragedy left Amor emotionless and the mech he designed has mysteriously grown more hostile. Acting as the mech’s pilot, Amor sets out to wreak havoc on the enemy by drawing power from prysmals, a material from the same comets that seemingly brought the Primordial to Earth.

S. Prysm Destroyer is a side-scrolling 2.5D shooter inspired by run ’n gun genre classics and mecha anime. Blast through enemy hordes and collect elemental power-ups to unleash the awesome potential of Prysm Destroyer attacks. Chase high scores through skillful play and unlock loads of costumes for Amor!

A fast-paced precision platformer where every jump counts!
Restore colour to a world drained of life by conquering 56 challenging levels!

Experience Disney•Pixar Up originally released on the PSP (PlayStationPortable) system, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

Based on the Disney•Pixar animated feature of the same name, Up The Video Game takes players on an exotic adventure with Carl Fredricksen and his young sidekick, Wilderness Explorer Russell, as they set off on a wild journey through the undiscovered jungles of South America.

Arise from the abyss of death to reclaim your rightful throne in a captivating action platformer. Assume the mantle of the 'Cursed King,' wielding the chains that once imprisoned you, now transformed into formidable weapons to vanquish your enemies and navigate the perilous terrain of your shattered kingdom. Discover hidden areas, solve puzzles, and uncover secret treasures to feed your power as you prepare for epic battles against gruelling, colossal bosses. Level up strategically to overcome all who stand in your way and take your seat as the rightful king once more!

Arise From The Dead & Claim Back Your Throne!
Assume the mantle of the ‘Cursed King’ as you embark on a relentless journey of vengeance to reclaim your stolen throne. Traverse perilous lands fraught with danger as you hunt for the scattered fragments of celestial arrows, combining them to purge your curse and unlock your true power.

Wield The Chains That Once Imprisoned You!
Embrace your newfound strength and command over the chains that once bound you deep within the crypts. Harness this mighty weapon to repel, slash, and eviscerate any who dare obstruct your path. Utilise your chains further for navigation, attaching to rings and propelling across chasms to reach new areas.

Discover Hidden Areas & Reclaim Your Kingdom’s Treasures
Explore every inch of your crumbling kingdom, uncovering hidden chambers and clandestine passages teeming with invaluable treasures. Acquire newfound abilities and enhancements as you delve deeper, fortifying yourself for the trials that await.

Collect Crystals & Items To Feed Your Power!
Uncover elusive ""power crystals"" and harness their essence to strategically enhance your abilities, gaining an edge on the looming challenges ahead.

Banish Colossal Demons From Your Lands!
Test your strategic finesse and precise timing in intense battles that demand skilful manoeuvring to overcome gruelling, gigantic bosses.

A Classic Is Revived! Beyond The Ice Palace Returns!
Witness the triumphant resurrection of a cult classic over 35 years in the making!

Get ready for the electrifying journey of Steampunch, a casual and challenging 2D platformer! Overcome enemies, traps, and obstacles to reach the elevator that takes you to the next level.

A sequel to 1988's action platform game Beyond the Ice Palace released on Commodore 64.

The spell book is missing! Help the magician to find it in this action platformer adventure. Use the crystal ball to change between the day and night to make your path, collect tokens and buy useful upgrades. Venture out 4 different biomes (mountain, woods, winter forest and city) with a total of 32 levels. Warping the day / night cycle changes ambiental obstacles and enemies behavior.

The Silver Lining is in trouble! Bluster has been busy nurturing a giant Bad Seed full of bad energy. It is now on the loose, and its bad vines are wreaking havoc! The Care Bears are facing one of their biggest challenges so far! They will need to team up and gather lots of Caring Energy in order to restore peace and happiness. Will their efforts be enough to overcome Bluster’s giant Bad Seed?

Care Bears: To The Rescue is a platformer game set in the Care Bears universe featuring 30 levels across five unique worlds! Experience the game in singleplayer mode or up to 4 players in local co-op mode!
Collect stars, avoid obstacles, retrieve collectible stickers, and restore cheerfulness through the power of your belly badge. Gather enough Caring Energy to rescue the Silver Lining!

A highly addictive endless jumper you can play either solo or with friends for couch multiplayer fun!

Guide a young being’s daring adventure as you puzzle your way through diorama-style landscapes!

Do you have what it takes to become the true hero of the cheese kingdom?

Among The Stars invites players to take a part in space exploration. You are trapped in a distant galaxy and forced to fight, trade, explore unknown lands to return back.<h2 class="bb_tag">What to expect from the game:</h2><ul class="bb_ul"><li> Vast space map to explore<br></li><li> Multiple types of equipment to buy and improve<br></li><li> Several factions that fight each other to find out who's going to claim the throne</li></ul><h2 class="bb_tag">Captain of the starship</h2>You'll spend the vast majority of your time in a cockpit of your starship. Exploring new star systems, gathering resources, fighting with enemies.<h2 class="bb_tag">Turn based combat</h2>As a captain you chart a course and observe how your plan unfolds in real time!<h2 class="bb_tag">We live in a simulation!</h2>World is a sandbox and is fully simulated. You'll be able to land on a planet, skip some time and observe on a map how all the pirates, traders, diplomats, free agents interact with each other to mold a new status quo.<h2 class="bb_tag">Space stations</h2>You'll be able to acquire help from multiple types of space stations. It can be financial help, medical, or military. Do you need a loan? Do you need an implant? Do you want to climb military hierarchy? Space stations got you covered!

The 16-bit classic comes to the West for the very first time! A princess in a castle has been kidnapped by a group of mysterious ninjas. Luckily for her, a young ninja named Casey is aware of the situation, and embarks on a mission to save her because... He is the Ninja of Justice!

Glover is a puzzle-intensive adventure game made up of 6 worlds with 30 different levels. You control a charismatic glove that walks on two fingers, slaps harder than Steve Austin, dribbles faster than Scottie Pippen, and plays with a bouncy rubber ball.

Save your family by going on an adventure as a cute bunny.

Ninja Five-O allows players to relive this classic game. Uphold justice with fierce Ninjutsu moves on Steam.

Best PS4 Platformer Games

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Croc: Legend of the Gobbos

Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark

GladMort

Kemono Heroes

Frog King DX

Monster Popper

Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind]

KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT

S. Prysm Destroyer

Super Slime Boy

Up

Beyond the Ice Palace 2

Steampunch

Beyond the Ice Palace II

Crystal Ball of Firmament

Care Bears: To The Rescue

Jump Man

O.W.L Projekt 2

Gravity Jump

Mighty Mouse Cheese Hunt

Among The Stars

Justice Ninja Casey

Glover

Rabbit Raid

Ninja Five-O

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