Games like Ridge Racer on Xbox
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Ridge Racer (1993) run on Xbox. The cheapest is CarX Drift Racing Online at € 14,79. 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.
Horizon Chase 2 Indie
€ 19,99A modern arcade racer chasing the same fast, colourful spirit.
Horizon Chase 2 is also an alternative to 3 other classics
Horizon Chase 2 runs on PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
inertial drift Indie
€ 19,99A twin-stick drifting racer with a stylish neon aesthetic.
inertial drift is also an alternative to 2 other classics
inertial drift runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
CarX Drift Racing Online
€ 14,79Drifting as the whole point, with a physics model built for holding long slides.
CarX Drift Racing Online 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 Ridge Racer are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 4 games like Ridge Racer