Games like Gunstar Heroes on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Gunstar Heroes (1993) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Blazing Chrome at € 16,99. 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.
Blazing Chrome Indie
€ 16,99A modern indie run-and-gun in the Gunstar Heroes and Contra mold.
Blazing Chrome is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Blazing Chrome runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Huntdown Indie
€ 19,99A stylish indie run-and-gun with pixel art and relentless bosses.
Huntdown is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Huntdown runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
SEGA Genesis Classics
€ 29,99The official Genesis collection includes Gunstar Heroes.
SEGA Genesis Classics is also an alternative to 9 other classics
SEGA Genesis Classics runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Valfaris Indie
€ 20,99A heavy-metal run and gun with enormous bosses and weapon variety, in the Treasure tradition.
Valfaris 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 Gunstar Heroes are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Gunstar Heroes