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A legend returns in stunning new detail with Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX! Fire up your power bracelet and relive a platforming classic alongside new modes, levels and features!

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is a precision platformer, 2d platformer and difficult game developed by Jankenteam and published by Silver Lining .
Released on June 22nd 2021 is available only on Windows in 10 languages: English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian and Italian.

It has received 817 reviews of which 639 were positive and 178 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. 😊

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 2.06€ on Gamivo.

The Steam community has classified Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX into these genres:

Precision Platformer 2D Platformer Difficult Platformer 2D Pixel Graphics Colorful Adventure Retro Old School 1980s Singleplayer Combat Nostalgia Action Indie Driving Vehicular Combat Flight Remake

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Windows

OS *: Windows 7
Processor: 1.80GHz or better
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 4000-5000 series (game in 720p)

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April 2026

In the 90s this game made me want to go to school the next day and punch my friends in their stupid f*cking faces. Thankfully they added an infinite lives option in this version which prevents the urge to punch school children. It's definitely frustrating, the rock paper scissors boss fights aren't good. But it's still a great game (nostalgia speaking there for sure)

March 2026

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX, developed by Jankenteam and published by Silver Lining, is a remake that walks a careful line between preservation and modernization. It takes a classic from the 8-bit era and rebuilds it visually while keeping its original structure, mechanics, and philosophy largely intact. That decision defines the entire experience. Rather than reimagining the game for modern expectations, it presents the original design almost as-is, wrapped in a polished audiovisual upgrade and supplemented with a handful of new additions. The gameplay remains rooted in traditional side-scrolling platforming, where players guide Alex through a sequence of levels filled with enemies, hazards, and occasional puzzle-like elements. Combat is handled through a simple punching mechanic, which requires close-range engagement and careful timing. This alone sets it apart from many platformers, as it forces players to approach enemies more deliberately instead of attacking from a distance. The game also mixes in a variety of scenarios—vehicle segments, item-based progression, and its famously unconventional boss encounters that rely on rock-paper-scissors rather than pure skill. These moments give the game a quirky identity, though they can also feel inconsistent in terms of challenge and player control. What becomes immediately apparent is how uncompromising the design is. The game retains its old-school difficulty, built around one-hit deaths, limited lives, and a trial-and-error approach to progression. There is little room for mistakes, and success often depends on memorization as much as reflex. For players who enjoy retro design, this creates a sense of tension and accomplishment that feels authentic to the era. For others, it can come across as unforgiving, especially when combined with elements that feel less precise than modern standards would demand. The experience can swing between satisfying and frustrating, sometimes within the same level. A significant factor in this is the way the game handles movement. Alex’s controls have a slightly floaty and slippery quality, which can make precise platforming more difficult than expected. This isn’t entirely a flaw introduced by the remake—it’s a carryover from the original design—but it stands out more clearly in a modern context. When the game demands exact positioning while offering movement that feels a bit loose, it can lead to moments where failure feels out of your hands. This is one of the clearest examples of how faithfully preserving the past can also limit how well the game fits into the present. Where the remake undeniably improves upon the original is in its presentation. The visual overhaul is vibrant and detailed, transforming the simple pixel art of the original into a more expressive and animated world. Character designs are lively, environments are richer, and the overall aesthetic feels polished without losing the charm of its source material. One of the most appreciated features is the ability to switch instantly between the updated visuals and the classic look, allowing players to experience both versions seamlessly. It’s a small addition, but it reinforces the game’s identity as both a tribute and a modern release. There are also some additions that expand on the original experience, including new levels, additional narrative elements, and alternative boss encounters. These help give the game a bit more substance, though they don’t fundamentally alter its structure. The overall length remains relatively short, and even with the extra content, it doesn’t take long to see everything the game has to offer. Replay value exists in mastering the challenges or revisiting the experience in classic mode, but it largely depends on how much you enjoy the core gameplay loop. In the end, Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX feels like a time capsule that has been carefully restored rather than reinvented. Its strengths lie in its charm, its visual upgrade, and its willingness to stay true to its origins. At the same time, its weaknesses stem from that same commitment, as it carries forward design choices that may feel outdated or rough by modern standards. It’s a game that will resonate most with players who appreciate retro platformers or have a connection to the original, while others may find it interesting but uneven. As a remake, it succeeds in honoring its legacy, even if it doesn’t fully adapt that legacy for a new generation. It’s both a celebration of the past and a reminder of how far the genre has evolved. Rating: 8/10

Jan. 2026

If you are a fan of the original SEGA version, this is a must-buy for the nostalgia alone. If you are a newcomer, be prepared for a challenge and consider turning on the "Infinite Lives" setting.

June 2025

realized very late that if you press V you can play the retro version, which is SO MUCH BETTER :) i like playing it with infinite lives because it's so frustratingly hard, i wish i had infinite lives when I was a kid playing this! the modern version is horrible, it's too bright and the visuals feel off, even the movement feels really bad, but in retro mode everything gets solved, the game should let the player know that it's easy to switch to retro mode.

May 2025

I guess I couldn't call it nostalgic, since this is the first time I've played Alex Kidd in Miracle World. It was a really interesting game, with a lot more variety than I expected out of a game from 1985. The new art has its charm, but I prefer the music and aesthetic of the original release so I played it like that. You can't do that in Boss Rush mode which is kind of lame, can't even change the music to the classic version, but this was a really good time. It's a quick and easy game to 100% complete if you're into that kind of thing. There's full language support for multiple languages which I also appreciate. I firmly believe that this version of the game, even if you're playing with classic sprites, is much easier than the original release but again, I can't say for sure since this is the only version of this game that I've played.

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX received 639 positive votes out of a total of 817 achieving a rating of 7.45.

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Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX was developed by Jankenteam and published by Silver Lining .

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is not playable on MacOS.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is not playable on Linux.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX is a single-player game.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX does not currently offer any DLC.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX does not support Steam Remote Play.

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