Games like Ristar on PlayStation
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Ristar (1995) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is Freedom Planet at € 14,99. 3 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.
Kaze and the Wild Masks Indie
€ 19,99A colorful indie platformer channeling 16-bit mascot games.
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.
Freedom Planet Indie
€ 14,99A vibrant indie platformer in the classic Sega mascot tradition.
Freedom Planet is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Freedom Planet runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
SEGA Genesis Classics
€ 29,99The official Genesis collection includes Ristar.
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.
Aggelos Indie
€ 14,99A 16-bit style action platformer with a compact world to open up, warm and unhurried.
Aggelos runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Unsupported.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to Ristar are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 5 games like Ristar