TODAY IN PLATFORMERS

Because I have been spoiled on such amazing platformers as Super Mario Galaxy 2 & Donkey Kong Country Returns here are the details that I now expect, nay, DEMAND in any new platformer or side scrolling video game I pick up:

1) Homing Attacks

2) Wall Jumps

3) Ground Pounds

4) Double Jumps

5) False Walls Leading to Hidden Areas

And if any of those are missing, I am disappointed. 

Here are the details I am over forever.

- Unlockable Art

- Swimming Levels Where the Character Runs Out of Air Instead of Just Magically Being Able to Breathe Underwater