3D Sonic the Hedgehog

 3DS
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 78 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 78
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 78
  3. Negative: 5 out of 78

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  1. emendez2k4
    Dec 6, 2013
    9
    The graphics on this game are surprisingly good. The 3-D effect works well and breathes new life into a game that you probably have played a million times on a number of different systems. There are a large number of options that you can tinker with such as playing the Japanese version or the international version, changing the screen size, and choosing the 3-D effect to display using theThe graphics on this game are surprisingly good. The 3-D effect works well and breathes new life into a game that you probably have played a million times on a number of different systems. There are a large number of options that you can tinker with such as playing the Japanese version or the international version, changing the screen size, and choosing the 3-D effect to display using the foreground or the background. There are a few graphical glitches and once in a while the frame rate dips a bit. Neither of these issues really affects game play however. In short, a highly recommended download. Nintendo can learn a thing or two from the quality of this 3-D classic.… Expand
  2. funkydoodycool
    Apr 24, 2015
    10
    Sonic The Hedgehog is in itself one of my favourite games of all time, and one I go back to for a run through every few months. The graphics, music, and gameplay are all perfect examples of what made the early 90s the golden age of gaming.

    Adding 3D to the mix doesn't necessarily add anything to the experience, but here it is so well done that I usually find myself switching the 3D on    Sonic The Hedgehog is in itself one of my favourite games of all time, and one I go back to for a run through every few months. The graphics, music, and gameplay are all perfect examples of what made the early 90s the golden age of gaming.

    Adding 3D to the mix doesn't necessarily add anything to the experience, but here it is so well done that I usually find myself switching the 3D on for this game. The sense of depth with the parallax scrolling is better than many others, and it really feels like this game was made for it.

    Otherwise the game is exactly as you remember it, which is just fine with me.

    Some additions are welcome - you can select the version between Japanese and International, the game defaulting to the (some say) superior Japanese version, and I've felt no need to change it. You can also choose between the Megadrive or Megadrive 2 sound processing, which seems to affect the bass (MD2 having more). You can also turn on or off a level select screen and the spin dash as originally added to Sonic 2. Personally I have left both of these off - I get more pleasure from playing the game from the beginning and the spin dash doesn't add anything to the game. You are also able to change two aesthetic options - you can make the 3D effect "pop-out" of or "fall-in" to the screen, which work as they sound. I found pop-out to strain my eyes very quickly and to be more blurry than fall-in, which probably explains why most 3DS games tend to push the 3D into the screen rather than popping it out.

    All in all this is easily the best update I've experienced of the first Sonic game. So far beyond recommended.    … Expand
  3. KCritic
    Jan 27, 2014
    10
    Sonic the Hedgehog, exactly how you remember it being. Only now it's in 3D, which looks great. It's a shame it doesn't have all the little extras that other recent versions have had, but I have no quarrels with this game. I loved it in '91 and I still love it now.
  4. SANICHEDGE
    Jul 29, 2017
    10
    I played this in '91 and LOVED it! It was fast-paced sometimes but you also have to slow down.
    Now, on the 3DS, you can save! (Christian Whitehead did this first.)
  5. Grant_Mackin
    Sep 26, 2015
    8
    It's Sonic. With 3D Capabilities. You either like it, or you hate it. And I honestly find it's really fun, for a Sonic game I have never played before.
  6. Onioncreature
    Aug 14, 2020
    8
    The classic game remains enjoyable in this edition, which is enhanced substantially by stereoscopic 3D and save state functions.
  7. NoxInTheMatrix
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing for its time, with catchy tunes and awesome speed. The hedgehog at his finest!
  8. CrispCicada
    Jun 1, 2020
    8
    Sonic the Hedgehog is an incredibly influential 2D platformer that is loveable to the extreme. That doesn't mean it comes without flaws though. When it comes to gameplay, Sonic has pretty great controls. He nails momentum-based movement and it feels great to rack up some speed. This game has a truckload of personality. All of the little animations and minigames really gives the charactersSonic the Hedgehog is an incredibly influential 2D platformer that is loveable to the extreme. That doesn't mean it comes without flaws though. When it comes to gameplay, Sonic has pretty great controls. He nails momentum-based movement and it feels great to rack up some speed. This game has a truckload of personality. All of the little animations and minigames really gives the characters their own unique charm. The music in this game is simple and iconic. Not all tunes are as great as others, but the soundtrack isn't bad by any means. Perhaps this game's biggest flaw is its game design. I don't like to call any game unfair, but there are a fair amount of cheapouts, sudden halts, and bad enemy placement. In conclusion, Sonic the Hedgehog is still a fun game, but it's a better idea to try Sonic the Hedgehog 2 or 3 because of their better level design. Have a lovely day/night, folks!… Expand
  9. MetalReviewer
    Mar 7, 2022
    8
    Sonic 1 is everything it's sequels failed to be. A game. Through level design that focuses on smart momentum usage instead of constant speed and slopes (thank god) and a challenge that's definitely tricky to overcome, this is the best that the 2D games get, and I stand by that.

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Feb 12, 2014
    83
    Plays brilliantly, but is slightly hampered by its reliance on the original code. [Feb 2014, p.87]
  2. FNintendo
    Jan 14, 2014
    80
    As a port of a game that is well-known by millions of players, there is nothing truly surprising in 3D Sonic the Hedgehog, but it has become the definitive version of the Mega Drive classic. An almost flawless adaptation, and definitely one of the best eShop games available, despite the obvious lack of a widescreen mode.
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  3. Cubed3
    Jan 9, 2014
    80
    This new 3D version offers the same experience, only improved upon by modern additions and made to look even more incredible thanks to the excellent implementation of stereoscopic 3D, which breathes new life into a great classic. SEGA fans should certainly appreciate the effort put into this one, although a true full screen option would have been most welcome.
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