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Dan the Man: Action Platformer — Addictive retro-style action platformer with multiplayer

Android Arcade Halfbrick Studios
4.7 GP
125,147,201+
Download on Google Play

Description

I’ve been playing Dan the Man: Action Platformer for a couple months now. It’s basically a classic side-scrolling platformer game with a retro pixel art style. Honestly, it’s pretty solid if you’re into that kind of thing.

The main gameplay is all about running, jumping, and punching your way through levels filled with enemies. There’s also cool boss battles and a leveling system where you can unlock new fighting moves and abilities. The recent multiplayer update is a really fun addition – you can team up with a friend and take on levels together. Just search for a match and you’ll be brawling with a random partner in no time.

Look, if you’re a fan of old-school platformers, you’ll probably dig this. It’s not perfect – the upgrades can get grindy after a while – but overall it’s a really fun game. Worth checking out, especially if you’ve got someone to play with.

Editor Opinion

So here's my take on Dan the Man: Action Platformer. I've tested a bunch of retro-style platformers and this one's one of the better ones I've come across. The graphics have a great classic feel and the gameplay is tight and responsive. I like how there's a decent amount of depth with the leveling and ability system, but it never feels overly complicated. The multiplayer is a really nice addition that adds a whole new layer of fun, especially for couch co-op. My only real gripe is that the upgrades and progression can get a bit grindy at higher levels, but it's not a dealbreaker. Overall, if you're a fan of the genre, this is a pretty solid pick.

Manya Lyalya
Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Awesome retro pixel art style
  • Tight, responsive platforming gameplay
  • Leveling system with cool new abilities to unlock
  • Multiplayer mode is a blast to play with a friend
  • Free-to-play without feeling pay-to-win

Cons

  • Upgrades and progression can get a bit grindy
  • Levels start to feel repetitive after a while
  • Ads can be annoying if you don't pay to remove them

Specifications

Updated 06.10.2025
Category Arcade
Age Rating Teen
Developer Halfbrick Studios
Android Android 7.0++
Package Name com.halfbrick.dantheman

Ratings

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4.7/5
1,960,013 reviews
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