Sonic Colors

 DS
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Nov 16, 2010
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 123 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 123
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 123
  3. Negative: 9 out of 123
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  1. Sontate72
    Jul 3, 2015
    10
    This game deserves its praise. Although short, the game is a lot of fun, and nothing comes off as cheap. The only two issues are the homing attack not being spammable (there's a slight delay that can be a pacebreaker) and this one mission being very hard to "A" rank. This game is less linear than the Rush games, and there's more emphasis on speed than the Wii version. Unlike Rush, you onlyThis game deserves its praise. Although short, the game is a lot of fun, and nothing comes off as cheap. The only two issues are the homing attack not being spammable (there's a slight delay that can be a pacebreaker) and this one mission being very hard to "A" rank. This game is less linear than the Rush games, and there's more emphasis on speed than the Wii version. Unlike Rush, you only need the "R" button twice through the whole game, and unlike Rush Adventure, it's just stage to stage. Great job, SEGA! This game is still great today.… Expand
  2. EpicLadySponge
    Jan 3, 2017
    8
    Sonic Colors redeems itself to be the worth reveal of Sonic and his friends at an out-of-this-world journey to save Wisps from Dr. Eggman's evil plot.
  3. MrSonicFan
    Oct 5, 2013
    9
    The best out of the Sonic Rush styled handheld Sonic titles, Better than rush, and 10 times better than both Rush Adventure and Generations 3DS, the sonic colors soundtrack was remixed in this version for some reason, but it's enjoyable, and most importantly, the game is a blast to play, no stupid gimmicks like in Rush Adventure. The wisps in this version play like there consoleThe best out of the Sonic Rush styled handheld Sonic titles, Better than rush, and 10 times better than both Rush Adventure and Generations 3DS, the sonic colors soundtrack was remixed in this version for some reason, but it's enjoyable, and most importantly, the game is a blast to play, no stupid gimmicks like in Rush Adventure. The wisps in this version play like there console counterparts, with the exception with two wisps that are exclusive to this version

    Overall this is fantastic, I recommend it.    … Expand
  4. lu123
    May 14, 2013
    9
    A good game. It contains the best boss battles I've ever played, with a very good soundtrack.
  5. GuywiththeGames
    May 24, 2015
    8
    This game is really fun! Its fast, its interesting, and a good time for all! I think the level design is great and some of the levels even have a couple of multiple path ways. Although the game is a bit easy.
  6. shadowhedgehog
    Sep 29, 2016
    8
    this sonic game is great the wisps offer a new perspective and the special stages are fun also red star rings are fun to collect as they unlock special items
  7. Sanic8mehfridge
    Apr 27, 2017
    8
    The game is good, yet somewhat easy for me. The visuals are okay for my liking and contains amazing music. The gameplay is very similar to Sonic Rush (also I don't recommend playing this game before Sonic Rush) with the return of the boost and high speed running aspects.
    This game does utilize the Wisps very well, but sadly there aren't as many as the Wii version.
    The bosses are pretty    The game is good, yet somewhat easy for me. The visuals are okay for my liking and contains amazing music. The gameplay is very similar to Sonic Rush (also I don't recommend playing this game before Sonic Rush) with the return of the boost and high speed running aspects.
    This game does utilize the Wisps very well, but sadly there aren't as many as the Wii version.
    The bosses are pretty good. Not broken, but not incredible. You do also follow some patterns involving the Wisps during the boss battles which is nice.

    The major con of this game has to be the difficulty. It's very easy. I only finished this game in a few hours and I could rack up too many lives (max x99)!
    I'm not saying it's SUPER easy though. It's got it's difficulty at times and I think that newcomers to the Sonic franchise will really enjoy this title!

    Now I recommend this to both hardcore Sonic fans and casual/newbies, as it's entertaining gameplay (the ease will most likely engross new players) gives a big farewell to the Nintendo DS!

    Sonic Colours(DS)=8/10    … Expand
  8. sonhadouro
    Oct 25, 2022
    10
    Underrated, MUCH better than the Wii version, and also simply a really fun game
  9. ToxicPlayer676
    Feb 24, 2014
    10
    FORGET E CRITICS AND LISTEN CAREFULLY. The dark age of Sonic The Hedgehog has been very long sadly. With Shadow The Hedgehog, 06, Labyrinth, Chronicles which at best was half decent, but then they released unleashed which kind of brought the series, but critics nitpicked at the "Boring" wolf sections. That game KIND OF saved the series, but in 2010, I saw the trailer, and since I don'tFORGET E CRITICS AND LISTEN CAREFULLY. The dark age of Sonic The Hedgehog has been very long sadly. With Shadow The Hedgehog, 06, Labyrinth, Chronicles which at best was half decent, but then they released unleashed which kind of brought the series, but critics nitpicked at the "Boring" wolf sections. That game KIND OF saved the series, but in 2010, I saw the trailer, and since I don't have a Wii, which got very positive ratings, I got the DS version, and I loved every Sonic-Second of it. EVERYTHING from the beautiful intro, the gameplay, story, speed, humor, audio, it's AMAZING! This game is so good that it brought the Sonic series back! And Sonic hasn't had a bad game since! Except for the 3ds version of lost world, which at WORST, was pretty, mixed. I just didn't like frozen factory, and Sonic 4 I actually liked. Don't listen to the bad reviews on here and buy the game. And if there's ever a day when your feeling bored, depressed, or just overall down in the dumps, get your Wii or DS, plug in this game, and reach for the stars. :)… Expand
  10. delanuers
    Dec 21, 2010
    10
    It's a very good Sonic game. Better than Sonic Rush, but it appears five years later. It's only a little step forward.

    HARDCORE FANS ADVISORY: IT'S NOT A CLASSIC SONIC.
  11. Funkymonk
    Nov 21, 2010
    9
    Classic Sonic gameplay mixed with some fresh ideas that actually work. In short, this is the game Sonic 4 should have been and arguably the best Sonic game since Sonic 2.
  12. iKombo
    Mar 6, 2011
    10
    Its official...Sonic Team was abducted by aliens for the past 10 years... Because I do not, NAY REFUSE to believe that the same Sonic Team...is RESPONSIBLE for this utter MASTERPIECE...

    The music is classic enchanting Sonic fare, and you will be humming the tunes for months if not years. The atrocious 4Kids voice actors have been replaced (except Robotnik) with a far superior cast, that    Its official...Sonic Team was abducted by aliens for the past 10 years... Because I do not, NAY REFUSE to believe that the same Sonic Team...is RESPONSIBLE for this utter MASTERPIECE...

    The music is classic enchanting Sonic fare, and you will be humming the tunes for months if not years. The atrocious 4Kids voice actors have been replaced (except Robotnik) with a far superior cast, that truly befits the nature of the Sonic series. The graphics....BEST ON THE WII...nothing even comes remotely CLOSE... The environmental made me gaze in awestuck wonder, oftentimes I forget its all IN GAME!!!

    No **** HUBWORLDS ANYMORE!!! Just straight up classic gameplay. Not to mention the new Wisps mechanic is awesome, and provides tons of replayability throughout.

    DID I MENTION 2 PLAYER CO-OP?!?!? Yep its in there.

    This is not only the best Sonic game of the DECADE (considering how **** the series games have been over the recent years) but my favorite Wii game of 2011!!! It may even be my favorite GAME of the YEAR!!!

    You think I'm kidding don't you? NO. Stop reading if you've ever been a fan of Sonic... This is the game...the one, the one that brings a LEGEND back. BUY NOW! BUY NOW! BUY NOW! BUY NOW!!!    … Expand
  13. TheOnlineGamer
    Nov 26, 2010
    10
    This is the best sonic game of the past Decade! Maybe Sonic 4 Episode 2 can learn from this. Both the Wii and DS Version are Fantastic and well Worth your Money!
  14. TheateraNerd
    Nov 25, 2011
    10
    Best ds game I owned. The game isnt boost to win and has alot of diversified gameplay because of the wisps which are awesome by the way. This game is nothing short of a great game!
  15. SANICHEDGE
    Sep 16, 2017
    10
    The best Sonic game on DS! (Of course, other than Sonic Rush Adventure.) The boost, the speed, the everything! Just EVERYTHING in the game! The (second) BEST FREAKING SONIC GAME!
  16. SonicSpeedo92
    Jun 8, 2018
    10
    Colours (DS) in my opinion is far superior to its Wii counterpart. It plays like a Rush game, but with better level design, better music, better gameplay, better story, and the two new Wisps exclusive to the DS are a blast to play. MY biggest problem is that it's so short, and the Drill controls are trash. This is definitely something I can't recommend enough for your DS collection.
  17. Criti-Wise
    Jul 4, 2019
    8
    This game is great for what it is, but it's honestly inferior to the Wii version. I might pick this up again someday since I haven't played it in a while.
  18. PacMax
    Jan 28, 2019
    9
    They have done it..... DIMPS has made the classic formula so much fun in this game! Responsive controls, great visuals and absolutely I N S A N E gameplay which kicks Mania in the nuts. The soundtrack adds to it, and I am actually disappointed there is not more game in this. However, this means nothing when this game is easily the best Sonic I have played to date, and one of the best gamesThey have done it..... DIMPS has made the classic formula so much fun in this game! Responsive controls, great visuals and absolutely I N S A N E gameplay which kicks Mania in the nuts. The soundtrack adds to it, and I am actually disappointed there is not more game in this. However, this means nothing when this game is easily the best Sonic I have played to date, and one of the best games I have ever played.

    9/10- Amazing.    … Expand
  19. ShawnEXE
    May 3, 2019
    8
    Music: 5/5
    Game Play: 4/5
    Graphics: 4/5
    Story: ???/5
    Time-Value: 4/5
    Overall:4/5
  20. Tri9322
    Jul 5, 2021
    10
    Upon beating this game, it is my favorite sonic game, by far. Granted, I haven't played any of the sonic games widely considered to be the best ones but I really liked this game. To start the graphics are amazing, especially the stage backgrounds. It's really impressive for the DS. The gallery is awesome, illustrations and music are great unlockables. The bonus game is fun, this is theUpon beating this game, it is my favorite sonic game, by far. Granted, I haven't played any of the sonic games widely considered to be the best ones but I really liked this game. To start the graphics are amazing, especially the stage backgrounds. It's really impressive for the DS. The gallery is awesome, illustrations and music are great unlockables. The bonus game is fun, this is the only sonic game where I've actively gone for chaos emeralds. The story is good, and the boss and world designs are awesome. The soundtrack is phenomenal but its also just shared with the Wii version. The game is a bit short but there are cool side missions to do as well as replaying old stages for better times, scores or red rings. The missions are cool but they can be really difficult sometimes which comes out of no where. There are cool cameos from almost every sonic game in them which is cool. The game is pretty easy due to boosts but I enjoy having them, it might make it easier to go fast taking out some of the skill, but going fast is the most fun part of sonic games so it's nice for it to be more accessible. One thing is that Act 2 of the aquarium zone was weirdly difficult out of nowhere. Also it's in a lot of sonic games but losing every ring when you get one hit is annoying, especially when going for chaos emeralds. Overall, amazing game.… Expand
  21. Sthfan123
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very fun game I remember this being my first sonic game however it took me years to defeat the final boss showing how hard the game is at times… Expand
  22. Veronoobbutpro
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    the best sonic game on nintendo ds, the ds version has better story because it has secret ending vs nega mother wisp that doesn't appear on the wii version.
  23. nahobino5_
    Jun 26, 2021
    10
    The rush-style gameplay is the best in the series imo. It's just satisfying and perfect for Sonic. The stages never feel too long or too short. Even with constantly boosting, it feels just the right length. I consider the DS version to be vastly superior to the Wii version because side quests were actually fun! So many characters had cameos in this game.
  24. STARMARTIN
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is great … Expand
  25. grimreapersims
    Nov 22, 2022
    8
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  26. E102Gamma
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    This was my second Sonic game growing up. It's essentially Sonic Rush but exchanging the trick system with wisp powers. The wisp powers actually shake up the gameplay pretty substantially setting this entry apart from both Sonic Rush games before it. It's only better than the original Sonic Rush because it has better boss fights, better level design and better music. Blaze the Cat is anThis was my second Sonic game growing up. It's essentially Sonic Rush but exchanging the trick system with wisp powers. The wisp powers actually shake up the gameplay pretty substantially setting this entry apart from both Sonic Rush games before it. It's only better than the original Sonic Rush because it has better boss fights, better level design and better music. Blaze the Cat is an unfortunate omission though.… Expand
  27. Smg7
    Jul 1, 2023
    8
    Holy hell this is a good sonic game, one of my favorites. The gameplay is superb and better than the previous rush games, now you can finally boost in the air!

    The wisps feel more fun to use than the wii version. They added 2 fun wisps (void and burst) and removed some useless ones (blue cube, hover) which makes the gameplay feel faster and better And there are WAAAAYYYY less instant    Holy hell this is a good sonic game, one of my favorites. The gameplay is superb and better than the previous rush games, now you can finally boost in the air!

    The wisps feel more fun to use than the wii version. They added 2 fun wisps (void and burst) and removed some useless ones (blue cube, hover) which makes the gameplay feel faster and better

    And there are WAAAAYYYY less instant death pits, which automatically makes the game less frustrating    … Expand
  28. WohaoGaster
    Aug 23, 2022
    9
    This game is THE best sonic game, one of the best ds games, and one of the best 2d platformers
    This game has it all, solid level design, a well controlling sonic, THE SPINDASH!
    The only things holding me back from giving it a 10 are the ds's screen resolution, the bosses being a little on the easy side, and the fact that there are portions that REQUIRE the shoulder buttons which break    This game is THE best sonic game, one of the best ds games, and one of the best 2d platformers
    This game has it all, solid level design, a well controlling sonic, THE SPINDASH!
    The only things holding me back from giving it a 10 are the ds's screen resolution, the bosses being a little on the easy side, and the fact that there are portions that REQUIRE the shoulder buttons which break often.
    The only touch mechanic that feels shoehorned in is the wisp obtaining procedure being a little tough and out of place, but that doesn't bother me enough to give this game an 8
    the only other touch mechanic is the special stage which is honestly amazing and couldn't be done without the touch screen(ask sonic 2 what a slow half-pipe is like).
    9.4/10 isn't an option but if it was, It'd be this game, incredible!    … Expand
  29. MatheusGames
    Oct 22, 2022
    8
    O jogo é muito bom!!Tem ótimos gráficos e gameplay excelente!A Dimps fez um excelente trabalho!
  30. Crackaner
    Aug 31, 2022
    10
    Es por lejos la mejor version de sonic colors y la más infravalorada, es incluso uno de los mejores sonics en 2D
  31. Kdog152
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    Sonic colours ds is a masterpiece! It is perfection. I'm not kidding when I say that this game has no flaws. The level design is perfect (there's not a single bad level in this game in my opinion, and that includes missions), the soundtrack is great, it's boss fights are all great, and it executes its story better than its Wii counterpart. In this version, Sonic's friends are along for theSonic colours ds is a masterpiece! It is perfection. I'm not kidding when I say that this game has no flaws. The level design is perfect (there's not a single bad level in this game in my opinion, and that includes missions), the soundtrack is great, it's boss fights are all great, and it executes its story better than its Wii counterpart. In this version, Sonic's friends are along for the ride, however, in the Wii version, only sonic and tails are in it. You really get a good sense of speed that the Wii version lacks a bit on. That's not to say that the Wii version is bad, because it's not, it's a great game. I just prefer this version. The wisps (aliens native to Planet Wisp which debuted in this game as well) are really useful and fun to use. They really add to these levels. The wisps were enjoyable in the Wii version as well, however, sometimes they could be pointless, like the blue (cube) wisp. I guess the right way to describe it would be the ds version handles them better. All the environments are amazing in this game and just feel so great to play. The pink star rings are fun to track down and are challenging to find, which is always good. This version had difficulty which its Wii counterpart lacked and difficulty, is something that is hard to find in most games these days. Though I am 12 years late to write this review :) This game just never gets boring. Finally, the graphics were great for a DS game, though we should bear in mind, that good graphics does not mean the game is good. This is a masterpiece of a game and a must-buy, even if it is now 12 years old now.… Expand
  32. saneternopopr
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    This is the best Sonic game by Dimps and the superior Sonic Colors experience.
  33. TheCrackaner
    Jun 16, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este es, y por mucho, mi videojuego de Sonic favorito. El Gameplay es fantástico: es una versión pulida de el de Sonic Rush. también los wisp aquí son divertidos de usar, y tienen bastante profundidad.

    El diseño de niveles no se queda corto: este puede que sea uno de los mejores diseños de nivel en cualquier juego de plataformas en 2D, Y no tiene ningún agujero sin fin de los cuales Sonic Advance 2 y Sonic Rush son infames Los wisp que se desbloquean en cada zona (Burst, Rocket, Drill, Laser y Void) aparecen después en las zonas anteriores, lo que aumentan la rejugabilidad del juego. También estan las misiones opcionales, las cuales te dan un desafío bastante divertido y retador. Para añadir, la distribución de los niveles es excelente: 2 Actos, Una Batalla contra un jefe y 3 Misiones. La historia es la misma que la de la Wii: Sonic y tails van a un parque de atracciones interestelar construido por eggman porque piensan que eggman esta haciendo algo malo y, efectivamente, esta haciendo algo malo. lo que cambia es la escritura: es mucho mejor que la versión Wii. Ademas, recien mencionadas misiones añaden subtramas que involucran a otros personajes de la serie.

    Las batallas contra jefes son muy buenas. He incluso tienen dos exclusivos: Globotron (De Tropical Resort) y Drinalator (De Planet Wisp) y que son superiores al de los de la Wii.

    El Soundtrack es superior a la version de Wii. En vez de comprimir las canciones de Wii, Optaron por hacer remixes de aquel juego, los cuales suenan mucho mejor y la música de las Special Stages, Uf, temazo

    Para finalizar, los graficos y estilo visual: Absolutamente maravilloso. realmente me encanta y lo prefiero mucho mas que la versión de Wii. Las temáticas de los niveles son una pasada. Tropical Resort: Un Parque de atracciones interestelar lleno de vida. Sweet Mountain: un dulce planeta hecho de chucherias y pura caloria. Starlight Carnival: Una zona llena de naves con muchas luces brillantes. Planet Wisp: Un hermoso planeta destruido por la industria del Dr eggman. Aquarium Park: Un acuario enorme ambientado en Japón. Y por último: Asteroid Coaster: Un planeta de asteroides y acido.

    Este juego es maravilloso y lo único malo que le he encontrado es que es un juego bastante facil. Aun asi es recomendable darle una oportunidad si te gusto Sonic Rush y Rush Adventure.    … Expand

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#15 Best DS Game of 2010
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#5 Most Discussed DS Game of 2010
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#24 Most Shared DS Game of 2010

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 20 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. GamingTrend
    Feb 2, 2011
    86
    If you have enjoyed previous Sonic games but were hesitant to pick this one up because of the most recent Sonic outings, worry no more. Sonic Colors is worth the price of admission.
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  2. Everyeye.it
    Jan 17, 2011
    80
    Sonic Colors for DS enjoy as the Wii's version. Inheriting many of the mechanical from Sonic Rush and enriched it with the super powers received by the Wisps, this chapter respects the tradition and updates it painlessly.
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  3. My Gamer
    Jan 10, 2011
    78
    It's true that Sonic Colors is an imperfect game, plagued by dull boss battles and uneven difficulty, but it's still an enjoyable DS title with enough similarities to 16-bit Sonic games to keep both old and new fans of the franchise entertained.
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