I can’t believe we got two 2D platformers that were so awesome, with such great soundtracks, within six months of each other. DKCTF deserves top honours for both of these, but I couldn’t not mention Rayman (although I played it late last year, I published the review this year so it’s sort of in-between). Consider it a close second place.

Both have amazing track lists that I will gladly listen to anytime. Both play so well that it’s so easy and inviting to get deep into them, yet they can challenge you brutally. They have quite good multiplayer options. They have tons of replayability. They’re practically works of art that I’d be glad to see in any gallery. They’re top-tier instalments in their respective series, in the Wii U library, and in the pantheon of video games in general.

I liked them. So much that I gave them two awards. Although Tropical Freeze is technically the front runner in these categories, they have their distinct strengths from each other too. I reckon you should play them.