Most games that are viewed from the side, in a 2d environment are known as platform games. The gameplay is often all about maneuvering a single hero or character. Just as the name of theses type of games hints. A big part of the difficulty, is keeping on the platforms. Avoiding falling down the ledge. Falling of the ledge often leads to instant defeat. But defeat can be meet by taking to much hits from the enemies guarding the platforms. When hit by the enemies the player usually takes a few steps back. A combination of getting hit and knocked of the platform is a common way to fall of the ledge. Getting hit in mid air, not able to reach the next platform, is another way of having to retry. Therefor the air borne enemies are the ones to keep an extra eye on, to be cautious around. The number of weapons and the offensive capability, is often a less important factor in a platform game. Often they just help the player, clear of certain obstacles. They might also provide support in the jump and timing based environment. Persistence is one of the key elements, in order to be a successful platform player. Both in the number of tries, To get through to the platforms. But also in the different way that is done. The ability to take the game, one ledge at the time. Not losing focus and give in to the tediousness of retries, is also of importance.
