Games like Bonk's Adventure on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Bonk's Adventure (1989) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Grapple Dog at € 12,49. 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.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove Indie
€ 24,99A retro platformer with the personality of classic 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.
Kaze and the Wild Masks Indie
€ 19,99A retro-inspired indie platformer with punchy action and charm.
Kaze and the Wild Masks is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Kaze and the Wild Masks runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
New Super Lucky's Tale
€ 29,99A cheerful modern platformer for fans of classic mascot romps.
New Super Lucky's Tale is also an alternative to 1 other classic
New Super Lucky's Tale runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Grapple Dog Indie
€ 12,49A bright, fast platformer of grappling-hook momentum, in the same friendly 16-bit spirit.
Grapple Dog runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on Xbox
These alternatives to Bonk's Adventure are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Bonk's Adventure