Sonic Generations

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8.4

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  1. Bodor
    Nov 3, 2011
    10
    Seriously, best sonic game since Sonic Adventure 2 for me. I've played Sonic games my whole life, and after their new direction with the secret rings, and shadow the hedgehog's own game, I sadly had to stop wasting money on sonic teams garbage. But I'm happy to say this game rocks! And this version on steam is so much cheaper. Currently you can purchase this game for $30, which is quite aSeriously, best sonic game since Sonic Adventure 2 for me. I've played Sonic games my whole life, and after their new direction with the secret rings, and shadow the hedgehog's own game, I sadly had to stop wasting money on sonic teams garbage. But I'm happy to say this game rocks! And this version on steam is so much cheaper. Currently you can purchase this game for $30, which is quite a bargain for so much fun. I'd also like to chime in that the modern sonic portions are strangely more fun than I would have thought. The boost mechanic really takes some skill in order to master. If you don't believe me, just youtube modern sonic green hill speed run. Oh, and screw Joystiq!… Expand
  2. Nobaddy
    Nov 6, 2011
    10
    This game is THE greatest Sonic game of all time. It's fast paced and varied. There are tons of collectibles, and the possibilities for speed-runs and the secrets makes the game worth longer than simply beating the final boss. It's highly recommended
  3. Buris
    Nov 5, 2011
    10
    Extremely fun, If you've ever enjoyed a sonic game in the past, you'll enjoy this one.

    Negatives: The main story isn't as long as I'd hoped, no chaos garden. Positives: Some of the best platforming in the past couple years, doesn't feel like a port, Great art style, Plenty of art and music unlockables for the die-hard sonic fan to diddle in, Customizeable skills, etc. This game feels    Extremely fun, If you've ever enjoyed a sonic game in the past, you'll enjoy this one.

    Negatives: The main story isn't as long as I'd hoped, no chaos garden.

    Positives: Some of the best platforming in the past couple years, doesn't feel like a port, Great art style, Plenty of art and music unlockables for the die-hard sonic fan to diddle in, Customizeable skills, etc.

    This game feels like a full game, all the while costing half that of the usual 60$ price point (30$), It uses steam, which I'm fine with as I use it as my platform of choice nowadays. All around, I'm satisfied with this purchase. I hope they make a sequel with a chaos garden and multiplayer, along with plenty of other maps that I can nostalgia heavily upon. (personally, I'm hoping for more Sonic Adventure areas)    … Expand
  4. Entrope
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    This game is an obvious port. But a seriously well made obvious port. Sure, in-game all the graphics for your controls are still in console form, which can initially be a tad bit confusing when using the keyboard to play and it makes the tutorials yet more confusing. Still though, at least Sega put in the effort to have a proper game launcher implemented with all the configuration optionsThis game is an obvious port. But a seriously well made obvious port. Sure, in-game all the graphics for your controls are still in console form, which can initially be a tad bit confusing when using the keyboard to play and it makes the tutorials yet more confusing. Still though, at least Sega put in the effort to have a proper game launcher implemented with all the configuration options you'd expect from a PC game - and once you start blasting your way through levels which are as classic as Sonic is classic himself you soon see past the development nature of the PC version of this game and see what is simply an absolutely stunning game. Sonic Generations is not just an extremely good Sonic game, it's an extremely good game full stop. I, like many others, had my doubts upon seeing from the trailers that your in-game perspective would shift to and from "classic Sonic side-scrolling" and "Sonic Heroes style 3D" but Sega has implemented it unbelievably well and it certainly adds another thing to have to think about and prepare for when speeding through a zone. Well done Sega, well done.… Expand
  5. MrMehawk
    Nov 6, 2011
    10
    Amazing graphics and speed on the PC. Easily crushes everything I've seen from the console versions. Besides, this is really the Sonic game fans have been waiting for. It features some of the best gameplay in a Sonic game ever + nostalgia all the way and great music. Technically, I guess this might be the objectively "best" sonic game yet (ignoring my personal preference of S3&K). Buy thisAmazing graphics and speed on the PC. Easily crushes everything I've seen from the console versions. Besides, this is really the Sonic game fans have been waiting for. It features some of the best gameplay in a Sonic game ever + nostalgia all the way and great music. Technically, I guess this might be the objectively "best" sonic game yet (ignoring my personal preference of S3&K). Buy this and you won't regret it.… Expand
  6. HaLLiS
    Nov 4, 2011
    10
    Best Sonic game to grace the PC since well... ever. Graphics are crisp and clear which makes the console counterparts look a tad shoddy in comparison!

    Hopefully this is the start of sega focussing more on future sonic games for the pc platform

    If you're a sonic fan and have a pc, get this game. You wont regret it.
  7. sh4dow
    Nov 4, 2011
    9
    when playing this game, i couldn't help but feel that sega finally thought "we'll show them!" regarding all the people who complained about various newer sonic games being slow. that the whole game was simply designed to spite them. especially when playing as modern sonic and extensively using turbo boost, the stages zoom by so fast that the first time you play them, you can't even tellwhen playing this game, i couldn't help but feel that sega finally thought "we'll show them!" regarding all the people who complained about various newer sonic games being slow. that the whole game was simply designed to spite them. especially when playing as modern sonic and extensively using turbo boost, the stages zoom by so fast that the first time you play them, you can't even tell what you are approaching. are those enemies just ahead? should i have jumped here? the first time playing a stage, such questions popped into my head about half a second after i was already past those things. the graphics are also very gorgeous. technically nothing groundbreaking of course but the art style is great. i especially love the great looking overworld they designed. and the fact that one mostly doesn't even have to use it and could just flip back and forth between stages by simply pressing a button as well. replayability seems very high with those stars one can collect, plenty of artwork and skills to be unlocked and online scoreboards to compete on. as it feels so far, i'm only afraid that the best paths might not be as easy to find as in episode 1 (where i thoroughly enjoyed trying to get those S-ranks and climbing up ranks online) but i suppose that's how sonic is supposed to be - very challenging, if one wants to master it. (and by the way - it even offers original voices with subtitles!!)… Expand
  8. Dickwolves
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    Biggest surprise of the year for PC players I believe. Such an exceptional port by an unknown developer that it was outsourced to. Now let's see if Volition can match it with the PC port of Saints Row 3.
  9. SwoopTrust
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Well, after finally buying this for cheap on GMG, i can only say:
    Holy **** this game is amazing. Great graphics and optimization, port isn't half-assed at all. It's an obvious 360 port, but it doesn't really matter because the core game is right there, and will soon be enhanceable due to mods. Get this version.
  10. Maha_Powerman
    Nov 3, 2011
    9
    I have to admit, I didn't expect much from Sonic Generations and thought that the developers are gonna fail again.I'm glad to say that my expectations didn't come true. I can't even remember the last time I enjoyed a Sonic game, probably the 3rd one it was. I was afraid that mixing 2D gameplay with 3D would still suck as all previous attempts to bring the blue hedgehog in 3D. It's veryI have to admit, I didn't expect much from Sonic Generations and thought that the developers are gonna fail again.I'm glad to say that my expectations didn't come true. I can't even remember the last time I enjoyed a Sonic game, probably the 3rd one it was. I was afraid that mixing 2D gameplay with 3D would still suck as all previous attempts to bring the blue hedgehog in 3D. It's very difficult for me to say it, but even the 3D portion of the game is actually GOOD. The controls are smooth (I use a gamepad, so I don't know how is it with the keyboard), level design is pretty smart, and the game just flows, changing dimensions in a way that it feels right and normal. Graphics is good enough, runs without glitches on my laptop. So, Sonic is back. After many painfully bad games, we finally get a Sonic game that is fun and enjoyable to play.… Expand
  11. D3sol4tor
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Besstes Sonic Game seit Sonic 3+ Knuckles! Schnell, Schneller Sonic. Ein wenig mehr umfang hÃ
  12. ShadowFlare
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Sonic is back better than ever. It's not perfect, but is the best Sonic game for over a decade. The nostalgia of Classic Sonic remember the old 2D side-scrolling that everyone love and enjoy. The 3D and 2.5D game play of Modern Sonic is the perfect balanced of Sonic Unleashed speed and Sonic Colors platforming plus great 3D plataforming that I waited for years. My only problem of this gameSonic is back better than ever. It's not perfect, but is the best Sonic game for over a decade. The nostalgia of Classic Sonic remember the old 2D side-scrolling that everyone love and enjoy. The 3D and 2.5D game play of Modern Sonic is the perfect balanced of Sonic Unleashed speed and Sonic Colors platforming plus great 3D plataforming that I waited for years. My only problem of this game that is too short. I just beat in 5-6 hours, olny 7 bosses of the entire game and Classic Sonic only have 2 bosses, I'm waiting the future DLC with more stages and bosses. Sonic Generations is the best Sonic game in years, maybe the best I ever played. After beat the game, the game has 90 challenges to complete, Red Rings to found, replay the stages to get rank S, it's a must-buy for the fans, but if you never played Sonic before, rent it, you can pass the weekend having fun, Sonic is good again better than never. Welcome back Sonic.… Expand
  13. Saneschitzo
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    This game is awsome! Best sonic game to date. The Pc controls are a little hard to use but if you've got an xbox 360 controller the game is ready for it. There's a total of 45 level/activities to complete so the game has plenty of content to keep you busy. Also, Amazon.com version is $25 and it automatically ports into steam so its an easy way to save 5 bucks. 9/10.
  14. SaturnPhoenix
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Sonic Generations is perfect for any Sonic fan, no matter if they discovered this blue hedgehog on Sega Genesis or Xbox 360. The game features some of the very best levels from Sonic games over the past 20 years & reinvents them all, the classic gameplay stays true to the gameplay many of us have grew up with on Genesis, while the modern gameplay puts a whole new view on each level withSonic Generations is perfect for any Sonic fan, no matter if they discovered this blue hedgehog on Sega Genesis or Xbox 360. The game features some of the very best levels from Sonic games over the past 20 years & reinvents them all, the classic gameplay stays true to the gameplay many of us have grew up with on Genesis, while the modern gameplay puts a whole new view on each level with the gameplay that we've seen in the more recent games (example: Sonic Colors). Each level has kept main features, Green Hill still has its motobugs & loops, City Escape still has its grinding down a steep road on a board & giant truck chasing you down at the end of the level & so on so on. The game has a good amount of content for those who are willing to complete missions, otherwise you'll find it to feel rather short, but the time & effort used to complete missions will be well worth it, the game features unlockable skills for each Sonic as well as special concept art from the past 2 years, music from nearly every Sonic game released & even more. Something that's rather nice is there are hidden easter eggs in certain levels that refer to other levels that didn't make it into the game. Personally, this game has taken my greatest memories of Sonic & recreated & added to them with this game, I was very impressed with how well they kept the Dreamcast era levels to the originals with the Modern gameplay & I was also amazed with the new point of view they've put on the Genesis levels. This game is must have for any Sonic fan, no matter how long they've been a fan of the series & this also makes a great first game for players who have never played a Sonic game before since it covers the very best levels in the series history. One thing I will say is I'm hoping for DLC for this game and not just a pinball mini-game, if Sega released downloadable stages it would make the game even greater & assure that fans won't get bored of this game. Overall, Sonic Generations is the greatest Sonic The Hedgehog game ever released in my opinion, but I hate the fact that Classic Sonic can't just make a permanent return from this game on.… Expand
  15. MEDICGUY
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Absolutely fantastic game. Runs very smoothly on my 3 year old PC with all settings on full and running in an 1080p HD resolution. The game itself is brilliant. Take both modern and classic Sonic through each stage which play out completely differently to each other. It's not just stages you have to go through, there are loads of bonus and mini games for each zone. These bonuses unlock newAbsolutely fantastic game. Runs very smoothly on my 3 year old PC with all settings on full and running in an 1080p HD resolution. The game itself is brilliant. Take both modern and classic Sonic through each stage which play out completely differently to each other. It's not just stages you have to go through, there are loads of bonus and mini games for each zone. These bonuses unlock new areas, artwork soundtracks and power ups which will keep you coming back for more and more. This game makes you feel very nostalgic indeed. Only knocked a point off for the lack of multiplayer.… Expand
  16. Kertos
    Mar 7, 2012
    10
    After a long time is this the first Sonic game i really enjoyed playing. It is fast with a adorable graphic style. Several little hidden things (like rings / ways) and a lot of mini challenges adds a nice long playtime. Short: buy and love it - like me
  17. Alloud
    Jan 31, 2012
    10
    Best sonic game since the Genesis era - or possibly Adventure 2 Battle. The platforming is awesome in both classic and modern styles. I find myself doing speed runs and going for the best times I can in the modern stages particularly; I've never spent this much time doing speed runs in a game before. Hats off to Sega for an awesome game that, aside from some issues in Chemical PlantBest sonic game since the Genesis era - or possibly Adventure 2 Battle. The platforming is awesome in both classic and modern styles. I find myself doing speed runs and going for the best times I can in the modern stages particularly; I've never spent this much time doing speed runs in a game before. Hats off to Sega for an awesome game that, aside from some issues in Chemical Plant (stuttering whenever water enters the scene), runs perfect on my PC.… Expand
  18. Rycr
    May 15, 2012
    9
    One of the best Sonic games I've played since Sonic Adventure 2. The soundtrack is as awesome as always, and the game incorporates levels from just about every main-series Sonic game since Sonic 1. The Classic Sonic levels play like the Sonic games of old, while the Modern Sonic levels are all about speed and reactions. It's very fun, and continues the upward momentum begun by SonicOne of the best Sonic games I've played since Sonic Adventure 2. The soundtrack is as awesome as always, and the game incorporates levels from just about every main-series Sonic game since Sonic 1. The Classic Sonic levels play like the Sonic games of old, while the Modern Sonic levels are all about speed and reactions. It's very fun, and continues the upward momentum begun by Sonic Colors.

    That said, the game isn't perfect. It's rather short, and has a lot of optional "challenges" that were entirely unnecessary in my opinion. The time spent making those could've been devoted to making more levels instead. Still, short or not, it's a fun ride and very much worth the cost.    … Expand
  19. JoaoRodarte
    Dec 11, 2011
    8
    This game is GREAT! SEGA figured out a way to please all Sonic fans, independent of their age! Switching between 2D and 3D was a great solution to get a nostalgic and, at the same time, a modern game-play. Be careful with what you read from retard people, because the game is NOT short at all. The story is shot, but when you finish it you have a lot of challenges to beat, and a newThis game is GREAT! SEGA figured out a way to please all Sonic fans, independent of their age! Switching between 2D and 3D was a great solution to get a nostalgic and, at the same time, a modern game-play. Be careful with what you read from retard people, because the game is NOT short at all. The story is shot, but when you finish it you have a lot of challenges to beat, and a new difficult level for all Battles and Bosses. I just can't give a higher grade because the game couldn't recognise my video card (NVIDIA) without making several changes in my video settings, and because there were just few classic stages.

    Great game! Worths the try!    … Expand
  20. Supr3mus
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    One of the best looking pc game out there.
    Nostalgia, talent and a beautiful finish complete this title, a must buy for any fan of the blue hedgehog.
    I will give a perfect 10!!
  21. raed1996
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Sonic Generations is possibly the best Sonic game ever. Yes, even better than the Genesis titles. I might be Sonic Sinning by saying that, but Iâ
  22. kaicooper
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    oh SONIC..everytime i hear those Classis songs from this great Generations..such a great game
    with Huge Success..really love it..the new Graphics is AWESOM and gameplay is sooo FUN
    SONIC GENERATIONS IS THE GAME WE REALLY WAITED FOR
  23. admiralnlson
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Simply amazing game.

    Flawless mechanics. Great marriage of 2D and 3D platform. Being able to play as modern Sonic and old-school Sonic feels fantastic. The levels are numerous, very well thought. A good amount of them are so original it's stunning. Replayability is quite good, especially if you're after honing your skills and improving your score. All the excitement of the Sonics of the    Simply amazing game.

    Flawless mechanics. Great marriage of 2D and 3D platform. Being able to play as modern Sonic and old-school Sonic feels fantastic. The levels are numerous, very well thought. A good amount of them are so original it's stunning. Replayability is quite good, especially if you're after honing your skills and improving your score.
    All the excitement of the Sonics of the 90s and much more.

    The devs are rockstars. I have a hard time believing the amounts of different mechanics they managed to put into in, and it's working it so smoothly. I'll definitely watch their next games.

    All that for 30$ it's a steal. Now that I know how good this game is, I would definitely pay full price for it. I'm hoping for some DLC now.    … Expand
  24. ShadowKnight
    Jan 9, 2012
    9
    Great game and all kinda short but at least the challenges make it a little longer. i wish there was a way for a more adventure like option I always loved the exploration in the sonic adventure games we need a gameplay like that.
  25. Streakside
    Jan 28, 2013
    10
    Best 3D sonic game hands down. It is next to Sonic 3 and Knuckles as my favorite Sonic game. PC version has 60 fps, which for a game all about speed, makes for a smooth and visually appearing experience. Even a year and a half after launch, I find myself playing this game just as much as when I got it. Easily a 10/10 for me.
  26. ComradePB
    Sep 23, 2012
    9
    Sonic Generations is one of the best Sonic games you can possibly play, and I should know, I've played 23 of them. Sonic Generations tries to bring in long time fans of the series and people just getting in to it, and it succeeds. Generations takes 9 levels from Sonic games throughout Sonic's history, from 1991's Green Hill Zone from Sonic 1 to 2010's Planet Wisp from Sonic Colors. EachSonic Generations is one of the best Sonic games you can possibly play, and I should know, I've played 23 of them. Sonic Generations tries to bring in long time fans of the series and people just getting in to it, and it succeeds. Generations takes 9 levels from Sonic games throughout Sonic's history, from 1991's Green Hill Zone from Sonic 1 to 2010's Planet Wisp from Sonic Colors. Each level has two acts, in act 1 you run through as Classic Sonic, whose levels play like a classic side scroller. In act 2 you play as Modern Sonic whose levels play like...well, a modern Sonic game (by modern I mean past the year 1999). There is really no downside to this approach by Sega, other than the fact that some of this game runs on nostalgia, by which I mean there are some things that only long time fans will understand, like Tails not recognizing Green Hill Zone, because he didn't exist at the time. That however is only a minor complaint, the main problem is the lack of deep plot. The plot for Sonic Generations is incredibly simple, it starts with Sonic celebrating his birthday with his friends when a giant monster appears and sucks everyone into limbo. After that it's up to both Sonics to run through past levels, save all of Sonic's friend, and defeat a giant time traveling monster. It's incredibly simple so for those of you looking for a deep and griping story, you won't find it here. However in the grand scheme this hardly matters, the levels are what will grab you. The levels are highly re-playable and have multiple paths, so you'll often be playing again trying to find the fastest route. There are also 5 red rings hidden in each level which when found will unlock bonus content: Music, Concept Art, etc. Speaking of which the music is awesome, but that goes without saying seeing as this is a Sonic game.Each song takes the original music and remixes it for a classic or modern feel and most of them sound great (Planet Wisp's music didn't make a good transition). But the best part is if you like a particular piece of music that you have unlocked, you can select it to be played during a level. If you have a passing interest in the Sonic franchise and want a good game to start with, then I would highly recommend this one, If you are a Sonic fan then there is absolutely no reason you shouldn't pick this up, unless you don't have the proper console to play it on. For those of you who are Nintendo gamers, there is an option. I would not recommend the 3DS version, If you want the same version that's on Xbox and PS3, then you'll need a computer. Just get a Steam account and it you can download it for $30. You can play it without a controller but again, I would not recommend it. Instead you can plug an Xbox controller into the USB port on your computer. Happy speed running!… Expand
  27. Ghito
    Nov 4, 2012
    10
    Where should i start?this game is incredible! first,it's a nostalgic trip for old school sonic fans,and is also a nice tour trough sonic's history for new sonic fans.the graphics are really nice,and it's good to have classic sonic and his 2D stages again..the only problem,is that the game is too short! but that's ok,there's a lot of stuff to do,and you can also add mods if you have the PCWhere should i start?this game is incredible! first,it's a nostalgic trip for old school sonic fans,and is also a nice tour trough sonic's history for new sonic fans.the graphics are really nice,and it's good to have classic sonic and his 2D stages again..the only problem,is that the game is too short! but that's ok,there's a lot of stuff to do,and you can also add mods if you have the PC version,which increases replay value.… Expand
  28. Accelerator-kun
    Dec 25, 2012
    9
    Oh this game, this game. If you are a sonic fan and you play it since the first game you will simply love this game... you will see your entire childhood pass in front of you in this great anniversary party for Sonic. If you are not a Sonic fan, you can remove 1 or 2 points (it remains a very good game though). A bit buggy sometimes.
  29. DistantWanderer
    Nov 25, 2013
    10
    This is one of the best Sonic games i have ever played. Much better than recent Lost World. Seemingly just typical PC version platformer, this game has everything that made console ports awesome: satisfying gameplay, great visuals, cool atmosphere, catchy music and some of the very best level design franchise had ever had. On top of that, replay value is top notch, and game constantlyThis is one of the best Sonic games i have ever played. Much better than recent Lost World. Seemingly just typical PC version platformer, this game has everything that made console ports awesome: satisfying gameplay, great visuals, cool atmosphere, catchy music and some of the very best level design franchise had ever had. On top of that, replay value is top notch, and game constantly rewards players after every collectible and bonus level.

    Though, all of those bonus levels aren't fun, and bosses are sort of letdown too, weakest area of the game being the story... i mean... bunch of cutscenes. Extra levels have their moments, some of them being equal to main levels, but many also turn out frustrating, gimmicky and boring. Bosses have moments too, but they are mostly just simple gimmicks. Cutscenes are, however, total missopportunity. Also, take note on length, which depends on how much you want to come back to replay game, or beat friends records online. Also, incredibly weak pinball DLC.

    What makes this version best, is the fact that good computer runs it on amazing framerate. Mod support deserves big note here, good ones already existing, new amazing ones still coming. And never have mods been so user friendly or safe to use. That alone adresses lenght issue.

    Sonic Generations is not just good Sonic game, this is worthy purchase for all those in need of satisfying, arcade-ish platformer. No other series has seen such an significant step-up for sake of anniversary game.    … Expand
  30. VidyaBum
    May 6, 2015
    9
    It's nothing short of the best Sonic game I've ever played.

    The boost mechanic that started in Unleashed got polished in Colours and perfected in Generations. Nothing, absolutely nothing in this game's gameplay is wrong: -The control is perfectly responsive and does exactly what you want it to do -The boost is super fast and dangerous to use, which is exactly what you want in a    It's nothing short of the best Sonic game I've ever played.

    The boost mechanic that started in Unleashed got polished in Colours and perfected in Generations.

    Nothing, absolutely nothing in this game's gameplay is wrong:
    -The control is perfectly responsive and does exactly what you want it to do
    -The boost is super fast and dangerous to use, which is exactly what you want in a Sonic game
    -The level design is WONDERFUL, I cannot believe how they actually, after 20 years, managed to bring back the quality of level design of the best 2D game in the series, Sonic 2
    -The music is great for every stage except maybe Seaside Hill, the remixes are wonderful, but even if that's not enough, you can collect a ton of songs from previous games and play the song you want to play in any stage you want to
    -THEY FIXED 06! I can't believe I'm saying this but Crisis City from 06 is an incredibly great level in both 3D and 2D, the Crisis City Classic theme is possibly the best song in the game, and it looks beautiful
    -Actually everything looks beautiful. The models, the levels, the textures, things both from 1991's Green Hill Zone to the retake on Planet Wisp look great.

    Everything looks great, everything sounds awesome, the gameplay is tons of fun and has challenge for going fast (and since the boost is so powerful, you take risks by going fast, which is exactly what made classic 2D Sonic so great, you want to go fast but don't want to die, they replicated this dilemma here with bravado), the level design has so many branching pathways, shortcuts and little surprises, set pieces and just absolutely everything with the kitchen sink, it's simply too good to count.

    The classic levels got fully remade for 3D versions and all modern levels got an excellent 2D version of themselves. Every stage has memorable level design or moments and it's literally an upgrade on EVERY SINGLE LEVEL. City Escape from SA2 was considered really good? Here it's far better in every aspect. Less rides, less watching, more branching, more running, more playing, jumping, more everything...

    I can praise this absolute masterpiece for hours and give it an easy 11/10 but I do have two gripes with it.

    One is that while the revamped, upgraded and new levels are incredibly good, the fact is that the game still needed its own level. This is a time travel game with a very simple plot, and it's a bit on the short side(although the branching pathways give it an easy 3x replayability over other platformers), so having 9 levels from other Sonic games and one specific "I'm going through time and spaaaaace!" Generations final level would've been nice. I think instead of going straight to the final boss, an Unleashed-like final level would've rocked, you could alternatively control classic and modern Sonic to reach the final boss, and it would've made the final boss a lot more memorable and meaningful.

    Other thing is the story. Sonic games always tried to have very complex stories with epic elements in the 3D games, until 06 completely destroyed that by glaringly showing Sonic Team's gross incompetence at writing a story. I don't mind that they stopped storymaking that much, but it hurts this game a bit that its music, levels, gameplay, visuals and general value are 11/10, while the story is a glaring 4/10 "I'm just here in case you want me" type of story.

    So it's an easy 9, bording on 10.
    THE game to play to make people who say "derp, sonic can't work in 3D" shut their mouths forever.    … Expand
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Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 11 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. PC Master (Greece)
    Mar 1, 2012
    80
    Overall, Sonic Generations is a well-designed, welcome exception to the massive circulation of violent games in the market, a 'game' that represents perfectly the pure meaning of the word. [February 2012]
  2. PC Gamer UK
    Jan 29, 2012
    64
    If you know what it expects of you, there's a thrill to some of Generations' showier moments. If not, prepare to hit a series of brick walls at high speed. [Feb 2012, p.93]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 19, 2012
    70
    Nicely connected 2D past with 3D future Sonic is a remarkable return of the once popular console hero. The hedgehog is in very good shape regardless of his 2D or 3D dimension. [Christmas 2011]
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