Games like Earthworm Jim on Xbox
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Earthworm Jim (1994) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Slime-san at € 14,99. 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.
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 Xbox
These alternatives to Earthworm Jim are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 4 games like Earthworm Jim