• Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 21, 2006
  • Also On: PC
User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 73 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 73
  2. Negative: 3 out of 73
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  1. 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 some good ideas. Cons: The turbulence system frequently robs you of gameplay; wonky controls; poor track designs; frustrating mechanics and AI.

Awards & Rankings

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#43 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2006
Metascore
55

Mixed or average reviews - based on 41 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 41
  2. Negative: 9 out of 41
  1. The series’ most notable feature – unparalleled speed – was somehow lost on this installment. Frustration prevails, an element I hope is excluded from all future Sonic releases.
  2. While not the deepest racer, the game has speedy thrills and frantic multiplayer action that help bring Sonic's usual racing antics and signature speed to the sky.
  3. 62
    Sonic is one of the fastest videogame mascots alive, so why has he been made to ride a sluggish snowboard in this new racer?