Games like Xevious on PlayStation
3 of the 4 modern alternatives to Xevious (1983) run on PlayStation. The cheapest is Ikaruga at € 9,99. One is 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.
Xeno Crisis Indie
€ 12,99An indie arena shooter with a retro arcade look and dual-target shooting in the Xevious lineage.
Xeno Crisis runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Ikaruga
€ 9,99A modern vertical shoot 'em up with a polarity-switching mechanic and precise arcade design.
Ikaruga runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Namco Museum Archives Vol. 2
€ 19,99Eleven more Namco classics emulated faithfully, with Xevious among them.
Namco Museum Archives Vol. 2 runs on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Untested.
Not on PlayStation
These alternatives to Xevious are listed on the main page, but do not run on PlayStation:
All 4 games like Xevious