Games like Ristar on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Ristar (1995) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Freedom Planet at € 14,99. 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.
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 Xbox
These alternatives to Ristar are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Ristar