Games like Super Mario Kart on Xbox
4 of the 5 modern alternatives to Super Mario Kart (1992) run on Xbox. 2 of them are free, and the cheapest paid option is SpeedRunners at € 14,99. One is 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.
Disney Speedstorm
Free + in-app purchasesA free-to-play hero kart racer with drift boosting and item combat on every device.
Disney Speedstorm runs on PC, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux. It is Steam Deck Verified.
KartRider: Drift
Free + in-app purchasesA free-to-play kart racer with items and drifting mechanics.
KartRider: Drift runs on PC, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux. It is Steam Deck Playable.
SpeedRunners Indie
€ 14,99A frantic multiplayer indie racer with item-fueled chaos.
SpeedRunners runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Team Sonic Racing
€ 39,99Kart racing with a team twist, the most complete Mario Kart alternative outside Nintendo.
Team Sonic Racing 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 Super Mario Kart are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 5 games like Super Mario Kart