A "hardcore platformer" refers to a video game genre that involves challenging levels and requires precise timing and skills to overcome obstacles and enemies. Full definition
One is for the people who love rainy film noir, the other is for fans of hardcore platformers, the third one feels like a summer blockbuster. (metacritic.com)
BLACKHOLE is an award - winning hardcore platformer with over 15 hours of story - driven sci - fi comedy and gravity - twisting puzzles. (1cshop.eu)
INK has a similar feel to hardcore platformers like Super Meat Boy. (xboxgamerreviews.com)