We already published the list of best N64 games of all time, now it’s time to discover the best N64 platform games of all time.
With amazing titles available, the N64 definitely has a great library of platform games.
So, if you’re a fan of both the N64 and platform games, there’s a chance you’ll like this list.
And some of you may already know some of the games mentioned in this list.
#10. Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards
- Release Data: HAL Labs/Nintendo, 2000
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
While some might be initially put off by the youthful nature of Kirby 64, the depth of the power combo system really brings a lot to what would otherwise be an average platformer.
Nintendo 64 owners should definitely give this one a look.
#9. Lode Runner 3-D
- Release Data: Big Bang/Banpresto, 1999
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 2D
Overall, Lode Runner 3-D is a fun puzzle platformer game.
Unfortunately, the game’s graphics date it as a first-generation title and will keep those spoiled with other AAA games from enjoying Lode Runner 3-D to its fullest.
However, puzzle and platformer fans should definitely take a look.
#8. Rocket: Robot on Wheels
- Release Data: Sucker Punch/Ubisoft, 1999
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
What you should know is that Rocket is easily one of Nintendo 64’s most innovative, original, deep, and utterly brilliant “platformers” to date.
It’s a game that is clever in a way that so many games aren’t.
It’s also a game that challenges players with a seemingly never-ending variety of unique, satisfying puzzles and mini-adventures.
#7. Space Station Silicon Valley
- Release Data: DMA Design/Take-Two Interactive, 1998
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
Ultimately, Space Station Silicon Valley is a simple, moderately short game, with extremely engaging “personalities” that hit the game character target right on the mark.
And while Space Station Silicon Valley isn’t a Super Mario 64 by far, it actually does accomplish what it set out to do—entertain, amuse, and charm.
#6. Donkey Kong 64
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 1999
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
Those of you who remotely liked Super Mario 64 or Banjo-Kazooie will be excited to the point of numbness by this game.
But, overall, Donkey Kong 64 has high-quality adventure written all over it and it gives you many reasons to see the good-guy Kongs thrive in 3D.
#5. Rayman 2: The Great Escape
- Release Data: Ubisoft Montpellier/Ubisoft, 1999
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
With a wonderfully humorous story, excellent game mechanics, and perfection in almost all other categories, there is no way Ubisoft could have done a better job with Rayman 2 on the N64.
A truly excellent game on all fronts, Rayman 2 proves that sometimes you have to take a little time to do something right.
#4. Conker’s Bad Fur Day
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./THQ, 2001
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
The bottom line is, this title is a spectacularly creative, wonderfully satisfying 3D action-platformer that shines with Nintendo’s very best.
Basically, a game that is likely to be cherished by Nintendo 64 owners and copied by developers for years to come.
#3. Banjo-Tooie
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 2000
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
Like the original game, Banjo-Tooie is one of those games that invades your subconscious and beckons you to return and play.
The challenging breadth of the adventure, the richly detailed graphics, varied gameplay, and multiplayer mode all fuse into one amazingly fun experience.
Banjo-Tooie is simply one of the greatest 3D platformers ever.
#2. Banjo-Kazooie
- Release Data: Rare Ltd./Nintendo, 1998
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
If you were a fan of Mario 64, then it’s pretty apparent that you’re going to like Banjo-Kazooie as well.
Banjo-Kazooie may be a Mario clone, but that isn’t exactly a bad thing. In fact, it’s a pretty good thing.
In a world filled with mediocre N64 games, it’s nice to see a truly great game on the system.
#1. Super Mario 64
- Release Data: Nintendo, 1996
- Genre: Action » Platformer » 3D
Mario emerged into the 3D realm fully-formed and exceptionally well-realized.
And with realms so vast and detailed, and yet so graphically clean and simple, one instinctively wants to go exploring.
Super Mario 64 was a momentous achievement, and one that still feels fresh decades on. It is highly recommended.
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See also: Best SNES Games & Best GBC Games
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