The phrase "platforming genre" refers to a type of video game where the player controls a character to navigate through levels by jumping on platforms. Full definition
This video game plays out similar to Mega Man, as a 2D platform genre title. (gamepur.com)
The company's mascot returns to the 3D platforming genre after a several year hiatus which saw several 2D platformers, Mario Maker and many other spin - offs filling the gap since Super Mario 3D World on the Wii U. Arguably, the last true 3D release in this prestigious line of masterpieces was 2010's Super Mario Galaxy 2 on the original Wii; which re-used assets from the first one. (gameondaily.com)
PIXEL KINGDOM — MAY 26, 2015 — Tic Toc Games is pleased to revitalize the side - scrolling action platform genre with Adventures of Pip, coming June 4th for Steam (PC / OSX, worldwide) and June 11th for Wii U (North America). (shortpause.com)