Games like Donkey Kong Country on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Donkey Kong Country (1994) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Kaze and the Wild Masks 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.
Kaze and the Wild Masks Indie
€ 19,99An indie platformer built as a loving tribute to Donkey Kong Country.
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.
Rayman Legends
€ 19,99A gorgeous side-scrolling platformer with rich, layered levels.
Rayman Legends is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Rayman Legends runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair Indie
€ 29,99A 2D platformer from ex-Rare developers, built directly on the Donkey Kong Country template.
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Nikoderiko: The Magical World Indie
€ 29,99A modern tribute to the DKC games, mine carts, animal rides and hidden bonus rooms included.
Nikoderiko: The Magical World 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 Donkey Kong Country are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Donkey Kong Country