Sonic Riders

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2006
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 41
  3. Negative: 9 out of 41
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  1. Worth Playing
    82
    Just don't believe the hate.
  2. TotalPlayStation
    80
    I swung back and forth so many times on Riders' gameplay that I nearly had an emotional breakdown. The game can seem impossibly difficult until you learn all the shortcuts and master every turn. If that's your cuppa tea, get all over it. If not, rent it.
  3. AceGamez
    80
    Sonic Riders doesn't boast too many tracks, nor does it have an online mode, which is a shame, but a bit of unique futuristic racing with familiar faces is what I'm after these days, and Sonic Riders delivers on that front hands down.
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  5. BonusStage
    78
    An engaging arcade racing game that brings along a host of unique new gameplay twists and turns that distinguish it from the score of other similar titles.
  6. Cheat Code Central
    76
    It's certainly not perfect, but it is definitely playable and enjoyable. Again, my biggest complaint is the pits...pitstop that is. At any rate it's a far site better than the recently released Shadow the Hedgehog game.

Awards & Rankings

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#43 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 73 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 73
  3. Negative: 3 out of 73
  1. ohaiKendyl
    May 19, 2011
    4
    Even at "super Sonic" speed, Sonic Riders feels sluggish. Pros: Flashy visuals; glossy soundtrack; overall, it's a stylish racer that has someEven at "super Sonic" speed, Sonic Riders feels sluggish. Pros: Flashy visuals; glossy soundtrack; overall, it's a stylish racer that has some good ideas. Cons: The turbulence system frequently robs you of gameplay; wonky controls; poor track designs; frustrating mechanics and AI.… Full Review »
  2. ashketchum
    Jun 19, 2017
    6
    Sonic Riders is a game that is stylish, with clean graphics, and a nice range of characters to choose from. However, it suffers from levelSonic Riders is a game that is stylish, with clean graphics, and a nice range of characters to choose from. However, it suffers from level design that is very unconventional for players, bad controls and disappointing game mechanics. Several levels are designed in a way that make them frustrating to navigate across, and the controls take time to be able to use them decently. The soundtrack is alright, nothing special. The turbulence system, as other users have said, makes you wonder if it was really necessary. Multiplayer mode can be enjoyable, though it also suffers from the aforementioned problems.… Full Review »
  3. shadowhedgehog
    Sep 29, 2016
    7
    this is quite good although the fact you need air to ride is a bit annoying also it can get boring very quickly but still i got a far bit ofthis is quite good although the fact you need air to ride is a bit annoying also it can get boring very quickly but still i got a far bit of enjoyment out of it… Full Review »
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