• Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Nov 2, 2004
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
73

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 21
  2. Negative: 0 out of 21
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  1. AceGamez
    90
    An absolute must have for people who liked them back then and if you never actually played them... well, I'll hold back. Just buy this collection.
  2. Ahhh, the memories. Anyway, all in all a nice compilation to have, especially if you spend your days on Ebay trying to find these games.
  3. Cheat Code Central
    80
    Its appeal is limited to a select audience who will appreciate it for exactly what it is: a trip down the blast processing memory lane. And if you know just what the heck "blast processing" refers to, you're a hardcore oldtimer and should reward yourself with this cool collection.
  4. 80
    Despite its exclusions, though, Collection's large selection of titles for $19.99 is a tough thing not to recommend to anyone who calls himself a gamer. Even if a few of the games undeniably suck.
  5. The variety and timeless appeal of the blue hedgehog’s better games however, combined with the low price, make this a must-buy stocking stuffer for the Sega fanboy (or girl) in all of us.
  6. 78
    You can't find a better deal than 20 games for 20 dollars. While not every Sonic game is a winner, the majority are. These games, though old, are superior to Sega's more recent 3D Sonic offerings.
  7. Obviously not every game on this disk is going to score a winner with every player and some Sonic games are renowned for being bad but nobody can grumble about what is on offer here. A must for any serious gamer.
  8. Has a number of fantastic games on it that will have you coming back for more every so often, but these games have been released in previous collections already, and the omission of Sonic CD (considered the best Sonic to date) and Knuckles & Chaotix, while expected, is a letdown.
  9. However this collection also gives you an insight into some of the Sonic games that some players wished would disappear. While the emulation is spot-on for the games, having to put up with a black bar around the screen could be upsetting to some.
  10. Game Informer
    75
    If you grew up with these games, they're still a joy to play. New converts t the Sonic fold will get a great introduction to the 'hog's history. [Dec 2004, p.168]
  11. 75
    Even with its shortcomings, it's still one of the most value-packed classic compilations available for any system -- as long as you like Sonic.
  12. PSM Magazine
    70
    Every single game is perfectly emulated, and there's a lot of speedy, blue goodness to be had here. [Jan 2005, p.76]
  13. The lack of a couple of significant entries in the series, namely Sonic CD, hurts, and the inclusion of such lame, obscure titles like Sonic Spinball and The Ooze doesn't help.
  14. GMR Magazine
    70
    If you're new to Sonic, for 20 bucks you really can't go wrong. [Feb 2005, p.103]
  15. There are some truly magic moments here that transcend nostalgia. Even now, that first time you achieve absolutely blinding speed is exhilarating.
  16. There's no doubt that there's a huge amount of gameplay here, but at 30, perhaps it's a bit too expensive to warrant buying. Depends on how much you love your retro games. [PSW]
  17. If you love old school gaming, and old school Sonic in particular, the game is a decent deal, and as such, an attractive prospect to the Sonic collector.
  18. Well presented and brimming with top titles but new games are created and bought for a reason; they're better than the old ones. For nostalgists only. [PSM2]
  19. Play Magazine
    67
    If you don't already have these excellent games, then Mega Collection Plus is an awesome investment. [Nov 2004, p.76]
  20. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    60
    This collection almost perfectly illustrates why Sonic achieved what he did. [Jan 2005, p.98]
  21. Pelaaja (Finland)
    60
    It’s quite hard to give a score to this collection. All the games are simply dated and don’t offer anything to modern gamers. However, for the fans it’s a trip down memory lane and the collection earns it’s place in a collectors game collection. [May 2005, p.74]

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User Score
8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 55 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 55
  2. Negative: 1 out of 55
  1. May 30, 2015
    10
    This collection sonic game is amazing. This has all the best and some of the worst sonic games. This game is worth having for sonic fans andThis collection sonic game is amazing. This has all the best and some of the worst sonic games. This game is worth having for sonic fans and non sonic fans!! It's a must buy Full Review »
  2. Nov 13, 2013
    10
    I was going to rate the games on here individually but this was where i discovered the games anyway. The older Sonic games are great speedI was going to rate the games on here individually but this was where i discovered the games anyway. The older Sonic games are great speed platformers that will always be loved. The other games are not that great, but im not rating this pack based on Robotnic's Mean Bean Machine Looks: Astounding, Sounds: Brilliant, Gameplay: good, Experience: Well worth it Full Review »
  3. Apr 27, 2017
    9
    Do you enjoy the classic sonic games? Want them on a more up to date console and all in one convenient little package? Then look no further!Do you enjoy the classic sonic games? Want them on a more up to date console and all in one convenient little package? Then look no further! This mega collection has got you covered, with several classic sonic titles plus some bonus Sega titles that are unlockable...on one disc!

    Truly this is a great addition to any gamers collection.
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