Though the genre has since exploded, 2D platforming arguably owes its start to Super Mario. And even though it’s been 40 ...

The game’s level design is a masterclass in visual storytelling, where clever puzzles emerge from natural environments—falling logs, tilted branches, dangling wires.

The impressive level design of these games makes them truly unforgettable.

Even with the difficulty spike, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance is a remarkable 2D action game. For $30, it provides substance and ...

Intentionally crude in its art style, Expand contains some of the most creative level design in modern 2D gaming.

For burgeoning game makers, this aspect of game design can seem daunting. Luckily for them, there exist games that make the path to level creation much more approachable.

Diablo 2 is one of the most beloved action RPGs of all time. The open-ended design of Diablo 2's classes and itemization system makes it a game with seemingly limitless potential, yet it's also ...

Hey, there’s a hidden game in here! Despite all the problems with Super Mario Maker's core level-sharing design on 3DS, I'm still rather happy with the game.