9 Games like DDNet on Xbox that you should try

Games like DDNet · Find similar →

Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

Filter by:Xbox×← Back to home

We filtered the 50 games similar to DDNet down to the 9 that fit the “Xbox” category. Metal Slug 3, Sonic Mania and Sonic Forces top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to DDNet.

iRank92/ 100

Did you find what you were looking for?

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

The best games like DDNet on Xbox

9 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to DDNet. Each one has been evaluated across 6 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.

#1Metal Slug 3Closest overall match

iRank82

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D

IGDB82· 6

Year 2000Dev SNK · D4 EnterpriseOn Xbox

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, dark, oppressive atmosphere and setting scifi

It predates DDNet by 8 years, with what that implies technically.

Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals72

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D

Steam👍 94%· 28KIGDB85· 16OC87· 126

Year 2017Dev Headcannon · SegaOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and offline

Where it drifts furthest from DDNet: visuals.

Released 9 years after DDNet.

Genre100Combat100Game mode89Visuals47

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D

Steam👍 59%· 8.5KIGDB57· 11OC56· 95

Year 2017Dev Sonic Team · Sega GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, melee combat and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and strong narrative focus

Released 9 years after DDNet.

Genre100Game mode100Combat81Visuals62

Details →

Steam Xbox PS

#4SpeedRunnersClosest on visuals

iRank85

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

MultiplayerSoloCo-opMelee2D

Steam👍 94%· 37KRAWG👍 76%· 525MC84OC80· 20

Year 2016Dev tinyBuildPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, melee combat and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with racing gameplay, sports simulation and vibe casual

In a city filled with superheroes, getting to crimes becomes a competition on its own. Fortunately there are enough rockets, bombs, grappling hooks, spikes, and other goodies lying around -- to make the competition fun and fast. Welcome to SpeedRunners.

Released 8 years after DDNet.

Genre100Combat100Visuals100Game mode70

Details →

Steam Xbox PS

#5TowerFall Ascension

iRank86

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opSoloMelee2D

Steam👍 95%· 3.6KRAWG👍 74%· 291MC87IGDB87· 6OC84· 42

Year 2013Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, melee combat and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and ranged combat

TowerFall is an indie action-game with focus on local multiplayer. It was initially developed as an exclusive for OUYA microconsole and was later ported on other systems as TowerFall Ascension.

Released 5 years after DDNet.

Genre100Game mode74Combat70Visuals59

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DPvP

Steam👍 62%· 3.1KIGDB77· 10OC80· 107

Year 2019Dev RedLynx · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings racing gameplay, sports simulation and competitive edge, while skipping melee combat

Released 11 years after DDNet.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode88

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

Co-opSoloMultiplayer2DOffline

Steam👍 95%· 52KIGDB88· 7OC87· 76

Year 2020Dev Thunder LotusOn PS4 · Linux · PC

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, co op and single-player focus

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping melee combat

Released 12 years after DDNet.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode80

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DPvP

IGDB87· 10OC88· 69

Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping melee combat

Released 12 years after DDNet.

Genre100Visuals100Game mode77

Details →

PS Nintendo

#9Wannabe Galgame God!!!

iRank50

GenrePlatformerSubgenre2D Platformer

SoloCo-op2DNarrativePixel Art

Steam👍 65%· 477RAWG👍 19%· 43MC59IGDB52· 7

Year 2015Dev Crescent Moon GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, single-player focus and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping melee combat

The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes. Become one of the most beautiful animals on planet earth. LIVE AS A DEER.

Released 7 years after DDNet.

Genre100Game mode79Visuals57

Details →

Steam Xbox PS

Explore games similar to DDNet by category

Rankings in the same genre

Best 2D Platformer Games Best Platformer Games