Sonic Dash

 iOS
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Mar 7, 2013
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
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  1. Gamezebo
    Mar 9, 2013
    100
    By combining the breakneck endless pace of games like Temple Run with Sonic’s old school sense of speed, Sonic Dash manages to champion two things quite well; taking an existing formula and bettering it, and developing a Sonic game that’s finally worthy of the hedgehog’s good name.
  2. Modojo
    Mar 7, 2013
    90
    To be fair, the power-ups (magnet to attract rings, head starts) are quite lazy, considering most running games use similar items. That said, Sonic Dash is a quality experience that no hardcore Sega fan should miss.
  3. Games Master UK
    May 9, 2013
    80
    Will have even the most cynical of Sonic bashers gurning with nostalgia. [June 2013, p.85]
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  5. TouchGen
    Mar 13, 2013
    80
    Sonic Dash is a quick automatic runner that harnesses the essence of the franchise in a great way. Perfect for both a five-minute break, and a lazy evening in the sofa.
  6. Digital Spy
    Mar 12, 2013
    80
    It's a bit pricey for an endless runner, especially considering that there is only one environment to run through, and it's mostly interchangeable with just about any other Temple Run clone out there, but this is also the best Sonic has played on a smartphone yet.
  7. AppSpy
    Mar 7, 2013
    80
    Sonic Dash doesn't seek to innovate in the auto-runner genre, and for that alone it's disappointing, but if you scratch beneath the surface you'll find a game willing to throw a significant challenge your way.
  8. Vandal
    Mar 11, 2013
    78
    It's hard, eventually hard and well designed. There's nothing outstanding, but everything is correct. However, we don't really understand why it's so focused on in-app purchases when we have already paid for it.
  9. Slide to Play
    Mar 8, 2013
    75
    Sonic Dash isn’t a bad game as an endless runner, but Sonic fans might notice that the game has a certain lack of depth and variety when compared with his more traditional fare, or even other iOS games such as his own Sonic Jump or fellow mascot runner Rayman Jungle Run.

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#15 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2013

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User Score
7.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 71 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 71
  3. Negative: 10 out of 71
  1. AngryTurds
    Mar 7, 2013
    5
    Pretty decent game, but running into random objects that come out of nowhere ruin the experience a bit for me. It's definitely a bit betterPretty decent game, but running into random objects that come out of nowhere ruin the experience a bit for me. It's definitely a bit better than Temple Run, but I still think subway surfers has it beat.… Full Review »
  2. GlennLosio
    May 13, 2023
    10
    This Game is A must play for android & IOS
    I have Been playing this for years now it was totally awesome & Wicked.
  3. SonicFan20
    Sep 15, 2022
    7
    Sonic Dash Is An Endless Runner Where You Jump Dodge And Spindash While You Defeat Enemies And Collect Rings. It Controls By Swiping TheSonic Dash Is An Endless Runner Where You Jump Dodge And Spindash While You Defeat Enemies And Collect Rings. It Controls By Swiping The Screen. You Can Unlock Many Characters Like Rouge,Movie Sonic,Santa Clause Big,And So Many More. You Can Unlock Characters Through Events Or Unlocking Worlds. The Game Is Still Being Supported Even To This Day With Events Happening All The Time. While Its Not Like Sonic Generations Level Of Perfection. Its Definitely NOT Like Sonic Spinball Or Sonic Battle. Overall Sonic Dash Is 7/10… Full Review »
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