Games like Earthworm Jim on PlayStation
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Earthworm Jim (1994) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is Slime-san at € 14,99. 2 are made by independent developers.
PlayStation is well served for console classics, through official remasters, the PlayStation Plus classics catalogue, and the many indie games built in the style of the originals. Availability of older PS1 and PS2 titles varies by region and changes over time.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Cuphead Indie
€ 19,99A challenging run-and-gun platformer with 1930s hand-drawn animation.
Cuphead is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Cuphead runs on PC, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Slime-san Indie
€ 14,99A fast, absurd precision platformer with the same rubbery cartoon slapstick.
Slime-san runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Rayman Legends
€ 19,99A vibrant, humorous platformer with a similar sense of whimsy.
Rayman Legends is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Rayman Legends runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to Earthworm Jim are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 4 games like Earthworm Jim