Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom

Side-scrolling platformer where you swap between five animal forms to solve puzzles and fight bosses. You're Jin, a kid cursed into pig form after your uncle's magic backfires. Each transformation—pig, snake, frog, lion, dragon—unlocks specific abilities: the snake clings to moss walls, the frog uses its tongue as a grappling hook, the lion smashes blocks. You'll switch forms mid-level to reach new areas, find hidden gear, and progress through interconnected zones. Combat mixes melee attacks with form-specific moves. The game draws from 16-bit action-platformers in structure—expect backtracking once you've gained new powers, equipment upgrades tucked in side paths, and multi-phase boss fights. Bright pixel-art aesthetic with hand-drawn character sprites. Works if you want deliberate platforming that rewards exploration over speed.