+Platformer is a genre of [Video Game](/wiki/video_game) where players guide a character across suspended platforms and over obstacles. Success hinges on precise jumps and masterful movement, often to collect items or navigate intricate environments, a core mechanic evolving from early [Arcade Game](/wiki/arcade_game) experiences.
+## See also
+- [Action Game](/wiki/action_game)
+- [Side-scroller](/wiki/side_scroller)
+- [Level Design](/wiki/level_design)