Games like Chrono Trigger on Xbox
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Chrono Trigger (1995) run on Xbox. The cheapest is CrossCode at € 19,99. 2 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.
Chained Echoes Indie
€ 24,99A love-letter indie JRPG to the 16-bit era, praised for its combat.
Chained Echoes is also an alternative to 5 other classics
Chained Echoes runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
CrossCode Indie
€ 19,99A huge 16-bit-style action RPG with real-time combat and puzzle dungeons, praised as an SNES classic that arrived late.
CrossCode is also an alternative to 2 other classics
CrossCode runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition
€ 19,99The official sequel, remastered, with the text adventure Radical Dreamers included.
Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition 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 Chrono Trigger are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 4 games like Chrono Trigger