Sonic Advance 3

 Game Boy Advance
  • Publisher: THQ
  • Release Date: Jun 7, 2004
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
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  1. Gamestyle
    70
    Everything else is just as you'd expect from the blue blur's 2D exploits; dynamic momentum and solid-but-clunky feedback making for a satisfying game regardless.
  2. games(TM)
    70
    Easily the best Sonic title for a long time...there's something here for everyone, no matter which era of Sonic you prefer. [July 2004, p.118]
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  3. GamerArchive
    70
    Whereas the previous Sonic Advance titles have seemed to miss that little bit of soul that made the series' first appearance's on the humble Sega Mega Drive, Sonic Advance 3 has it in abundance.
  5. TotalGames.net
    70
    Surprisingly, it's this split between the game's determination to showcase new elements while reintroducing more traditional gameplay that makes Sonic Advance 3 such a success; there's something here for everyone, no matter which era of Sonic you prefer.
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  6. GamePro
    70
    The hedgehog species is heavy on attitude but has a hard time with evolution.
  7. GamerFeed
    70
    If you're tired of Sonic's antics and you've been yearning for some innovation, you won't find it with this title. The multiplayer does its best to keep things interesting, but it's not enough to make Sonic's latest outing a must have.
  8. Game Informer
    68
    These are great characters that have been the same since the start of the franchise. I want more now. [July 2004, p.123]
  9. Computer and Video Games
    68
    It's Sonic business as usual, with few surprises. We still love the little guy and the game looks gorgeous, but maybe it's time for the old dog to try some new tricks.
  10. Eurogamer
    60
    Sonic is a bit like the band you used to love when you were a nipper but just refuse to change their sound: they keep a loyal crowd and play all the hits on demand for nostalgia's sake, but the new tunes sound like the old ones. Only the real obsessives need worry about this one.

Awards & Rankings

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#13 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#6 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2004
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#10 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2004

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 83 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 83
  3. Negative: 5 out of 83
  1. Tokyochuchu
    Aug 30, 2012
    3
    The first Sonic Advance was a great game that took advantage of all the traditional Sonic game elements and weaved them into an impressiveThe first Sonic Advance was a great game that took advantage of all the traditional Sonic game elements and weaved them into an impressive handheld title. Sonic Advance 2 made some changes, focusing in on the speedier 'on rails' elements of the Sonic series. Whilst not as good as it's predecessor, part 2 was still fun, featuring a myriad of memorable bosses. Sonic Advance 3, however, just feels tired right from the off. The level design is uninspired, the sprites are too big and the new switch pushing gameplay is boring and unnecessary. I love Sonic but frankly speaking, this game did absolutely nothing for me.… Full Review »
  2. DistH
    Feb 28, 2021
    2
    this game is every bad thing a bout Sonic Advance 1 Bottom less Pits, Bad level Design and Bad Music. Like listen to route 99 it's horrible.this game is every bad thing a bout Sonic Advance 1 Bottom less Pits, Bad level Design and Bad Music. Like listen to route 99 it's horrible. than they took Knuckles Chaotix team tag and made it Soo bad. and the Story is Not Good. how can a Badnik be the Final boss the story is Soo stupid. this is the worst Game of the trilogy. they added a 2d hub World which is trash! there is a Chao garden but it is not FUN. bad Game Don't play it… Full Review »
  3. GamecubeLover
    Aug 6, 2016
    10
    The game is still original but not as good as the first and the second but that doesn't means the game is bad the game is amazing andThe game is still original but not as good as the first and the second but that doesn't means the game is bad the game is amazing and entertaining and fun!… Full Review »
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