My programming capability sucks, as in I can't code a simplest program from scratch, and I'd love to be able to do a platform game or two... somewhat close to Metroid or those more recent Castlevania games... classic 2D style.
So, I recalled dimly that there are some game maker tools, and there would probably be some for platform games as well. However, I don't know any.

Which one(s) would you recommend?

Well, the Bob and George Fan Games Forum recomends Game Maker for all your Megaman Fan Game needs. They even offer help to newbies. I trust them because nowhere on the net have I found a group that doesn't just talk about making fan games, they actually do it.

It's likely that'll do the trick for you.

Thanks, I'll give it a go.

+EDIT+

Wow, they got a bunch of fanmade platformers!
Now, that's something I always appreciate (being an utter and incurable platform game addict). :Brain:
Thanks! :ok: