Games like Alex Kidd in Miracle World on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Alex Kidd in Miracle World (1986) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX at € 19,99. 3 are made by independent developers.
Xbox has the strongest backwards-compatibility programme of any console, so a large number of original Xbox and Xbox 360 games run natively on current hardware. Add Game Pass and the steady stream of retro-styled indies and the coverage is broad.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX Indie
€ 19,99The official modern remake of the Master System classic.
Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap Indie
€ 19,99A gorgeous indie remake of another Master System platform classic.
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Indie
€ 24,99A retro platformer with the charm of early mascot games.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Toki
€ 19,99A hand-redrawn remake of the arcade platformer, same era, same unforgiving design.
Toki runs on PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on Xbox
These alternatives to Alex Kidd in Miracle World are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Alex Kidd in Miracle World