Platforming is a gaming genre that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It typically involves navigating a character through a series of obstacles and challenges, jumping from platform to platform to reach the end goal. While it's often referred to simply as platforming, there are a number of different terms and synonyms that can be used to describe this type of game. These include platformer, jump-and-run, side-scroller, and 2D platformer. Other related genres include action-adventure games and puzzle-platformers, which often blend elements of platforming with other types of gameplay. Whatever the term used, platforming games continue to be a beloved and enduring part of the gaming landscape.