Games like Wipeout 2097 on Xbox
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Wipeout 2097 (1996) run on Xbox. The cheapest is Xenon Racer at € 9,99. 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.
Pacer Indie
€ 24,99A modern anti-gravity combat racer with customisable ships.
Pacer runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Xenon Racer
€ 9,99Neon-lit near-future arcade racing with drift boosting through city circuits.
Xenon Racer runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
GRIP: Combat Racing
€ 29,99Weaponised racing on walls and ceilings, with the same aggression as the weapon-heavy Wipeouts.
GRIP: Combat Racing is also an alternative to 2 other classics
GRIP: Combat Racing runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Not on Xbox
These alternatives to Wipeout 2097 are listed on the main page, but do not run on Xbox:
All 4 games like Wipeout 2097