Sonic Generations

 PlayStation 3
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 377 Ratings

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  1. Linkonair
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    If you do not mind, I would like to begin with a retrospective.
    Many of you may already know this but in recent years there have not been very good, with the worst one being Sonic the Hedgehog (06) and Unleashed which had day stages as one of it's only redeeming quality. Now I'll be honest, Unleashed overall wasn't a bad game at all, the werehog wasn't bad, it just didn't feel like Sonic.    If you do not mind, I would like to begin with a retrospective.
    Many of you may already know this but in recent years there have not been very good, with the worst one being Sonic the Hedgehog (06) and Unleashed which had day stages as one of it's only redeeming quality. Now I'll be honest, Unleashed overall wasn't a bad game at all, the werehog wasn't bad, it just didn't feel like Sonic. Now more recently Sonic Team has been on a pretty good streak with the releases of Sonic Colors and Sonic Generations (and hopefully they can keep up this quality). Now, onto the review.
    Story:
    I have to say, this is one of the best Sonic stories I've seen in ages, mainly because it's barely there and what little there is isn't meant to be taken too seriously. I appreciate that this game wasn't afraid to make fun of itself in some ways, and some of the dialogue lines actually got me to laugh. The most basic summary of the plot is, there's a time paradox, run fast to fix it. Naturally this game takes you through levels of previous games as well (for those of you who may not know) hence the title "Generations" and unfortunately takes levels from even the worst of the Sonic games, i.e. Sonic the Hedgehog (06).
    Gameplay:
    Gameplay, much like Sonic Unleashed, is divided into two parts, classic and modern Sonic, each of which plays the way you would expect. I would also like to note that this type of dual world gameplay works exceedingly better than the whole Werehog thing. Classic Sonic plays the way you old school Sonic plans expect it to, no homing attack and spin dashing a lot and sticking to the side scrolling roots, it is to be admired how the engine really captures the feel of the originals. As for Modern Sonic, He plays much like he did in Unleashed in the day stages, high speed action with occasional side scrolling bits, which unfortunately can break flow a bit and since you are typically going to be running way faster than classic, it is easy to not see where you're going during the side scrolling bits. Fortunately they did slow down the speed a little bit since Unleashed, this was never a problem for me, but some may not like it being slowed down (though it's not a drastic speed change). Now, when you navigate your way between levels, it is quite straightforward, all the levels are closely packed and you travel to them by running from a side scroller perspective. Another nice feature of the game is the ability to change the music for the levels, this may not sound like much, but it adds a bit of entertainment to find music that may or may not suite the level better than the default soundtrack. The game has plenty of features to keep you busy long after you've beaten the game.
    Presentation:
    Texture isn't that great, but given the speed of the game it is easily forgivable and it looks pretty gorgeous at times. The recreations of the classic stages are by far the most impressive part of the game (in my opinion) and a lot of work had clearly gone into them, dreamcast era levels look better but not nearly as much work was done to enhance visuals. The more modern games have a minor issue, such as there being a level from StH(06) but fortunately level design is far more intuitive than it's original version. I am pleased to say that the level they took from Unleashed wasn't a complete copy paste of the original, only a little. The overall presentation is good and framerate holds well.
    Verdict:
    I honestly don't like giving scores for my reviews, but I do recommend it though, this is probably the best Sonic game I've played since the classics and adventures. If you're a Sonic game, go do yourself a favor and buy it, you won't regret it    … Expand
  2. Hypericum
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Fantastic game. Really has the authentic sonic feel. Only a few minor quibbles where the difference between fast and slow sections aren't obvious resulting in repeated deaths. Also slow loading times for the ps3 but the gameplay is incredibly fun for novice and frequent players alike
  3. AdamPhilipps
    Nov 11, 2011
    7
    Will the Sonic cycle finally be over? If youâ
  4. 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
  5. Laurzie
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I like this song because it is in 3D and it is like the best one so far but i don't like it that it is not as long and you can't play it as long as you could with other games :)
  6. pepodmc
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    great game, I really love the music and the gameplay, and there are a lo of extras , a lot !!!!

    sega does an excellent job with this sonic game :) , the graphics are really amazing and there are cool final boss fights
  7. Discokingz
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Brilliant fun Sonic platforming is back, at last!
    I've played Sonic since way back in '91 and can assure you this is classic Sonic with bells.
    My 2 year old son who is an avid gamer on DS, 360, PS3 & iPadloves it to so its got very wide appeal for all generations.
  8. Quote
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This has to be one of the greatest Sonic games! Years after years ever since Heroes Sonic has felt downhill, then came Sonic Colors and other good Sonic games, they were good signs. SEGA has now confirmed Sonic is back with this game, not just saying "Classic Sonic11!11!1" or whatever, but both Sonics are great! The only problem is that the game is a bit short.
  9. MasterT
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game reminds me of the good old Sonic games I used to play back on my game-gear. It feels great to play this game again and it's awesome that they've put both 3d and 2d sonic views. It's just the perfect sonic game I was expecting for years and for 30$ its a bargain and fair price!
  10. RancidMilk
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Talk about a stroll down memory lane. the 2d sonic stages are an absolute blast, and feel much more in tune with the original sonic games than the previous Sonic 4 game. The use of "2.5d" for classic sonic is great, its fun seeing the alternate baths you could have taken in the background, knowing you missed a path somewhere.

    Modern sonic also plays well, especially if you love pulling of    Talk about a stroll down memory lane. the 2d sonic stages are an absolute blast, and feel much more in tune with the original sonic games than the previous Sonic 4 game. The use of "2.5d" for classic sonic is great, its fun seeing the alternate baths you could have taken in the background, knowing you missed a path somewhere.

    Modern sonic also plays well, especially if you love pulling of tricks, timing the perfect jump, and so on. While there can be a few frustrating parts due to what might feel like an unavoidable death. The levels overall feel more polished and designed better for modern Sonic's intense speed when compared to Sonic colors and unleashed. It felt like there was a lot less "Hold boost to win". in fact you had to save your boost and time it just right throughout the game.

    That said the game is kind of short, it could have used a few more bosses and levels. You could easily beat it in one day. If your an achievement hunter then there is plenty more to do. There are many side missions like previous sonic games, Such as racing against another character, or getting through an obstacle course, using a special power up, or collecting rings in a certain amount of time and so on.

    Overall after playing it i could only ask myself one question, Did i have fun? The answer is yes, i most certainly did have a lot of fun. Its nice to see sonic games finally starting to improve from the slump they have been in over the last few years.    … Expand
  11. titanicpenguin
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    welcome back sonic. you have been missed!! this is a massive return to form the blue guy !! do yourself a favour and get this game
  12. D3sol4tor
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Besstes Sonic Game seit Sonic 3+ Knuckles! Schnell, Schneller Sonic.
    Ein wenig mehr umfang hätte es sein können - aber ok viele Herrausforderungen. Und schön das mal ein teil (und vor allem so ein guter) für Pc veröffentlicht wurde!
  13. A_SilentK
    Nov 7, 2011
    10
    Sonic Generation is the best Sonic game. ever. EVER! I have been a die hard hedgehog fan from way back to the Genisis games. And let me tell you I have not had this much fun in a looooong time. Now, Generations is the best game of the series for 2 simple reasons. 1: Two Sonics are better than one! The old school and new sonic are both very represented in this game. I have not had a singleSonic Generation is the best Sonic game. ever. EVER! I have been a die hard hedgehog fan from way back to the Genisis games. And let me tell you I have not had this much fun in a looooong time. Now, Generations is the best game of the series for 2 simple reasons. 1: Two Sonics are better than one! The old school and new sonic are both very represented in this game. I have not had a single problem with "physics" as per Sonic 4. Second of all: YOU CAN UNLOCK THE ORIGINAL SONIC GAMES!!!! All you have to do is buy the classic Genisis controller and you can go back and play the original Sonic the Hedgehog game IN GENERATIONS! There is absolutely nothing wrong with this title. VERY WELL DONE SONIC TEAM. Its about time xD… Expand
  14. SwoopTrust
    Nov 5, 2011
    9
    Being the Sonic fan i am, after playing the 360 version of the game, wanted to try out the PS3 version. Well, it's nearly identical, save for some more effects on closer inspection. Get the PC version.
  15. mgabr
    Nov 5, 2011
    10
    This is the best sonic game I have played in a while since Sonic Adventure! Don't get me wrong Sonic Colors and Sonic 4 are great games, but Generations exceed even those games. I had a new perspective for modern sonic in classic levels and classic sonic in modern levels. City Escape was a very interesting perspective for classic Sonic (just one example). The music was stunning! TheThis is the best sonic game I have played in a while since Sonic Adventure! Don't get me wrong Sonic Colors and Sonic 4 are great games, but Generations exceed even those games. I had a new perspective for modern sonic in classic levels and classic sonic in modern levels. City Escape was a very interesting perspective for classic Sonic (just one example). The music was stunning! The background (which Sega was famous for with Genesis) was very beautiful and put me in awe. It was so captivating that I sometimes crashed or got hurt because I should be playing lol.

    Story 9/10: Story is as good as it needs to be. I loved the mysterious dark creature! It was a new twist never done before by sonic and made it connect the old and the new Sonics. It didn't need complex stories. People hated that in the other sonic games. The story in my opinion was enough. It did its job, which is kept me motivated to play the next level to find out more about the story, and the result. Graphics 9.5/10: For a Sonic Game this is the best graphics I have ever seen. If I were to look at it subjectively it would be a perfect 10, but objectively it isn't the best visuals in gaming history.

    Sound 10/10: Although the jump sound is from Sonic CD and not from genesis for classic sonic; I can forgive the game. I don't complain about small bugs like that because I don't bash a game for a small detail like that. The sounds were great and nostalgic for classic, and for modern the sounds were pretty good too.

    Music 11/10: I loved the very nostalgic music they have, plus their remixed counter parts. I loved the rock song "Escape from the City" and I loved its techno/trance/Daft Punky version of it. It actually sounds like they combined some essences form the 2p Sonic 3 Cave level with it as well. It had a new yet nostalgic and pleasantness to it.

    Game play (Classic) 9.9/10: The game has excellent controls but the reason I took 0.1 out is because the jump seems to be a lot less than it should be for a 2D sonic game. Otherwise, it was complete perfect in every sense of awesomeness that is Retro Sonic. Game play (modern) 9/10: It seems to be an improved version of Sonic Colors, which seems to be an improved version of Sonic Unleash's Day Time levels. It's great, but it still has bugs to fix and it needs to improve the physics just a little more. I though Sonic Adventure had the best gravity and control. If it had those Sonic Adventure movement controls but with the modern day game play button controls it would be perfect.

    Overall Score: 10/10 Awesomeness at its best. I just hope that the sonic fans don't mess up its ratings like they did Sonic 4. Sonic 4 was a great game that should have been a 9/10 NOT A FREAKING 7/10!    … Expand
  16. 7029
    Nov 5, 2011
    8
    Sonic Generations review

    Story: Simple story. I liked it. Just like it was in classic games. Gameplay: Classic: Good. But level design is not as good as it was Sonic 3 and Knuckles. - Overpowered Spin Dash - Rolling is not right Modern: Very good. They have added more 3D platforming, but there is too much 2D sections and not enough 3D sections. Still there is more 3D sections    Sonic Generations review



    Story: Simple story. I liked it. Just like it was in classic games.


    Gameplay:


    Classic:

    Good. But level design is not as good as it was Sonic 3 and Knuckles.

    - Overpowered Spin Dash

    - Rolling is not right


    Modern:

    Very good. They have added more 3D platforming, but there is too much 2D sections and not enough 3D sections. Still there is more 3D sections than Colors.


    - Too much 2D sections

    - Enemies are more like obstacles than real enemies

    - Grinding on rails is waste of space and should be removed in future and instead replace rails 3D platforming.


    Bosses: Egg Dragon was best. Final boss was just not so good.


    Generations is better than Colors. And is better than Sonic 1, but not better than Sonic 2 or Sonic 3 and Knuckles.


    Overall: 8.7 as Very,very good



    What they should do in future:

    1. Make enemies do something instead just waiting that Sonic destroy them.

    2.Remove grinding on rails and replace rails for 3D platforming.

    3. Fix rolling.

    4. Fix overpowered Spin Dash.
    5. Replace boost to Spin Dash. 6. Remove Homing attack because I don't think that it is necessary. 7. Implement classic physics in 3D. 6. Unique 3D platforming rather than just generic.    … Expand
  17. Wozzi7
    Nov 4, 2011
    5
    First off, let me mention my experience with Sonic games. I was a rabid child fan during the Sonic hey dey of the early 90s, devouring the various Sonic games, even the (very fun) Sonic Spinball. After that, I never touched a Sonic game until just a few days ago when I bought Sonic Generations. Sonic Generations combines the 2D Classic Sonic with the 3D/2D levels of Modern Sonic and letFirst off, let me mention my experience with Sonic games. I was a rabid child fan during the Sonic hey dey of the early 90s, devouring the various Sonic games, even the (very fun) Sonic Spinball. After that, I never touched a Sonic game until just a few days ago when I bought Sonic Generations. Sonic Generations combines the 2D Classic Sonic with the 3D/2D levels of Modern Sonic and let me say that the Classic Sonic levels are uniformly amazing bar none. Most of them mix tricky platforming with exploration while others focus specifically on tricky platforming with other elements (such as wind).

    Modern Sonic, on the other hand, ruins this game with the one glorious exception of Green Hill Zone. This level epitomizes what Modern Sonic should be about - speed, precision, and fun. There is no free-roam platforming in Green Hill Zone, just forward movement with the addition of grind rails, multiple paths, and sliding. What Sonic Team doesn't seem to understand is what makes for a great Modern Sonic level, despite having created one in the first place. What they probably did was spend the majority of their time making the first level (Green Hill) and then tack on the rest, having exhausted their creative abilities. Green Hill does not slow down the action, which is why it is so amenable to speed runs. It's fair and the action never stops. All the other levels give you too much freedom to move around where the action slows down and you're forced to deal with the horrible controls and animation that has seemingly plagued Modern Sonic for far too long. The rest of Modern Sonic levels are abysmal, with the odd exception of Crisis City and the half-decent Rooftop Run. All of them focus on platforming rather than speed. It would seem that the difference between the two Sonics would be freaking obvious considering that both of them are in the same but Sonic Team just doesn't understand. They need to go back to the drawing board of the drawing board and understand the core mechanics and competitive advantages of each brand of gameplay. Modern Sonic = Speed. Classic Sonic = Platforming. That being said, "Boost to Win" should not be a tactic. Like Green Hill Zone, it should be a mix of strategic, lightning quick platforming that fairly reward precision with a lower time.

    The music is great, by the way. You can choose from a variety of songs from across 20 years of Sonic music and customize each level to play a different song from a list that grows longer as you beat Challenge levels after beating each world. Challenge levels are actually pretty unique because they can either use the same level with tweaks or use an entirely different level based on the same theme. Some have you collect lots of rings, fight large badniks, race against friends, race against Rivals such as Metal Sonic and Shadow the Hedgehog, or race for fast times, etc. Some are very unique while others are useless. Thankfully, you don't have to play the dumb ones in order to progress.

    All in all, this could have been a fantastic game if Sega had built Modern Sonic on the premise of the first level but here 2D Sonic rules resulting in only half a game.    … Expand
  18. MiOdd
    Nov 4, 2011
    7
    I've been die-hard Sonic fan since his 1991 debut and while I've enjoyed most of his recent outings, I still thought many of them were tragically flawed. They all leave me wanting something more and have me questioning Sonic Teams decisions to include this or exclude that. Sonic Generations is no exception to this trend. While the game handles better than any recent Sonic in termsI've been die-hard Sonic fan since his 1991 debut and while I've enjoyed most of his recent outings, I still thought many of them were tragically flawed. They all leave me wanting something more and have me questioning Sonic Teams decisions to include this or exclude that. Sonic Generations is no exception to this trend. While the game handles better than any recent Sonic in terms performance, because of its high influence in modern Sonic game play, I can't imagine anyone that isn't already an existing Sonic fan being interested in this game. So while I enjoy the game, I'm still waiting for that perfect revival where I can honestly recommend the game to non-Sonic fans, this is not that game. Anyway, for the rest of you still interested, here are my thoughts on Sonic Generations. The first three zones, all inspired from the Genesis era, were phenomenal, I lit up with glee as I raced through each of these acts with both classic and modern Sonic, the nostalgia made me feel like a kid again and the exquisite level design and graphical detail allowed the adult in me to also greatly appreciate these early stages. Unfortunately for me, the next two thirds of the game were all inspired by modern Sonic and I feel the magic was lost. The Genesis era stages all had a wonderful fantasy element to them, they take you outside of the real world and place you in these exotic locations that ooze creativity and it took Sonic Generations to make me realize that most of the modern stuff they have you running through very modern looking cities, four of the nine chapters are in a city (although one is post-apocalypse) and I just can't get into this setting, because of its real world attributes the level structure never looked natural to me, I was constantly questioning why a city would have these crazy contraptions set up for a hedgehog to run through, silly I know, but I never once thought to question why Green Hill Zone had floating platforms or looping terrain, I just accepted it as the fantasy world it is and moved along but modern Sonic's insistence on living in our real world ruins the illusion and removes the player from the fantasy they should be enjoying. That's not to say all the modern stages were disappointing, Planet Wisp brings back that fantasy element and I loved it to pieces. I know this complaint is mostly aesthetic but it makes a big difference for me, most of the actual level design on these modern stages was pretty decent but still pales in comparison to the first three zones. It's a shame they didn't draw more influence from the Genesis era or even create something entirely new using the current engine because for the first time in awhile the game play actually works well but I have to question their level choices because I feel they've missed a huge opportunity to create something unique.… Expand
  19. TheOnlineGamer
    Nov 2, 2011
    10
    Sonic Generations is the best Sonic Game since Sonic 2!
    I admit i was kind of slipping from being a sonic fan after Sonic 06 but this game brought me back and its probably one of my favourite games of all time.
    The Story is something i can really appreciate as a Sonic fan since they are finally making jokes about themselves and it is hilarious, every line of dialogue is sure to make    Sonic Generations is the best Sonic Game since Sonic 2!
    I admit i was kind of slipping from being a sonic fan after Sonic 06 but this game brought me back and its probably one of my favourite games of all time.

    The Story is something i can really appreciate as a Sonic fan since they are finally making jokes about themselves and it is hilarious, every line of dialogue is sure to make you atleast giggle!

    The Gameplay is everything we ever wanted from a perfect Sonic Game and thats Incredible speed,Momentum based Platforming and any other awesome additions certainly help the game stay fresh and new.

    and finally the Graphics are Breathtaking, you have to see them to believe them. (Especially if you got a 3D TV)

    In Conclusion Sonic Generations is one of the best games all year and it is definitely worth every penny of its purchase price! (oh and Rival Battles are EPIC)    … Expand
  20. DragYou
    Nov 2, 2011
    9
    One thing I must say, and I must say it right. *Ahem*

    SEEEGAAA! I love this game to death, a true classic brought back to life. You can't hate this game, but some times, you can't love it.
  21. FADCshades
    Nov 2, 2011
    10
    My Sonic fandom has been very sporadic ever since my first experiences with the series via Sonic 2. As cliche as it seems, I was borderline rabid in my fandom until about 2004, when the game-play began to lose my interest. It was not until Sonic Colors that I regained my support for the blue blur; I saw the birth of a new formula in game-play that was innovative and more than a step inMy Sonic fandom has been very sporadic ever since my first experiences with the series via Sonic 2. As cliche as it seems, I was borderline rabid in my fandom until about 2004, when the game-play began to lose my interest. It was not until Sonic Colors that I regained my support for the blue blur; I saw the birth of a new formula in game-play that was innovative and more than a step in the right direction with a great balance of speed and platforming. Enter Sonic Generations: the rebirth of my adamant love for the series. From the demo onward, I saw a video game that had (and at this point has) the potential to become one of the best platformers in this era of gaming. Upon playing this game, I found that my optimistic notions were wonderfully well-founded for a multitude of reasons.

    Of all of my reasons for appreciating Sega's effort in making this game, the execution of both Sonics' play styles takes the forefront. Classic Sonic truly played in a way that accurately, and enhances to a degree, per the Genesis iterations (1,2,3&K). When I say that it enhanced his game-play, I am referring to the upgraded spin dash (which is far from overpowered -- see Planet Wisp for details), which adds a whole new level of complexity to the timing required for speedy completion of the game's many platforming elements. Also, he pays more than enough homage to the Genesis era via the intricacies of his physics. When playing in Chemical Plant Zone, I tried to replicate one of the key speed-run tactics -- jumping at the very end of its curved slopes. Performing this action in Sonic 2 allowed the player to run faster upon completing the jump. To my surprise, I managed to pull the act off exactly in the manner that I had done in Sonic 2. His noteworthy zones are Crisis City, Planet Wisp, and City Escape.

    Moving on to modern Sonic, the game-play was just as phenomenal, if not slightly better. The platforming elements are absolutely marvelous in his levels, and the utilization of his abilities is at its zenith thus far in the latter iterations of the series. Specifically, the boost is implemented incredibly well. While many reviewers have stated that it adds to the game's supposed clunky moments, they seem to have failed to grasp that moderation is a key component to mastering the boost. It may be very tempting to "boost to win," but that mind-set will come to a halt upon reaching Sky Sanctuary. Along with his other abilities, it works hand in hand to create a repertoire that a player must fully master to succeed.

    On the topic of storyline, it is far less deep than previous modern releases', but the game is better for that factor. It is short, sweet, and a great tribute to the highs and lows of his twenty years. The only issue I have with this game is actually the boss battles. I will not spoil their contents, but they do leave me hoping for further boss content via dlc.

    I highly reccommend this game to anyone wishing to experience the platforming genre at its finest, or to anyone wishing to experience one of its finer examples.    … Expand
  22. ShadowFlare
    Nov 2, 2011
    9
    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 platforming 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 platforming that I waited for years. My only problem of this game that is too short. I just beat in 5-6 hours, only 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
  23. SpoonGoggles
    Nov 1, 2011
    10
    Played it at my buddy's place today. We are both huge sonic fans and we have been very disappointed by the recent titles, save for maybe sonic colors, which was a step in the right direction. This is a wonderful game that any loyal sonic fan should pick up sometime. 10/10
  24. TheGreatSonic
    Nov 1, 2011
    8
    The Classic Sonic levels are awesome. They are based in 3 differents alternatives to finish the level , good remixes of the musics, the physics is good now(finally Sega)
    The rolling isn't so good compared with the speedup of the genesis games, but definitely the spirit of the original Sonic was made in this game.
    The Modern Sonic have good remixes, too, but the excess of boost in gameplay    The Classic Sonic levels are awesome. They are based in 3 differents alternatives to finish the level , good remixes of the musics, the physics is good now(finally Sega)
    The rolling isn't so good compared with the speedup of the genesis games, but definitely the spirit of the original Sonic was made in this game.
    The Modern Sonic have good remixes, too, but the excess of boost in gameplay and the level desing is like "race games"(a boring and easy gameplay concluding).By the way, this Sonic serves to show how the hedgehog changed in relation of the original genesis game form.
    Classic Sonic is the principal attractive of the game.    … Expand
  25. ilikethis
    Nov 1, 2011
    5
    The game's beatable in few hours, and it's not that fun, it has some missions but, more acts would have been much better, modern gameplay is too boost to win, with platforming, but sometimes it don't work very well, hopefully the classic stages are cool, but not that much to "save" the game from being not so good.
  26. thecritical
    Nov 1, 2011
    6
    I will show my point, the classic sections in the game are nice, you have platforming and speed and amazing graphics, nice level design too, but the modern part of the game is just awful, they picked up the "boost to win" mechanic from Sonic Unleashed and throwed into the game, if SEGA used Sonic Colors gameplay for modern Sonic, it WOULD have been better, the rival dialogues are stupid inI will show my point, the classic sections in the game are nice, you have platforming and speed and amazing graphics, nice level design too, but the modern part of the game is just awful, they picked up the "boost to win" mechanic from Sonic Unleashed and throwed into the game, if SEGA used Sonic Colors gameplay for modern Sonic, it WOULD have been better, the rival dialogues are stupid in the hub world, good soundtrack, but planet wisp would have been cooler without wisps.… Expand
  27. SawnikAdventure
    Nov 1, 2011
    9
    Sonic was once arguably the most popular video game franchise of the 90's. The depressing fact is, the 90's are over, and we're ignoring the failures the past decade has given us and we're ready to say "Sonic is great" again.

    The past two years have seen some much better titles for the franchise and it made us all wonder: does SEGA actually love us once more? The answer is yes, and this    Sonic was once arguably the most popular video game franchise of the 90's. The depressing fact is, the 90's are over, and we're ignoring the failures the past decade has given us and we're ready to say "Sonic is great" again.

    The past two years have seen some much better titles for the franchise and it made us all wonder: does SEGA actually love us once more? The answer is yes, and this answer comes in the form of Sonic Generations.

    The game is aesthetically great. The only graphical putoff that I could find were the tree graphics - they look like a pixelled mess. Regardless of that small graphical fluke, the game looks absolutely fantastic. This game is proof that modern games don't have to use bland textures to look realistic.

    The music sounds brilliant. The remixes are incredibly nostalgic and recapture the epic feel that the original music had. You'll be humming to Sky Sanctuary after the first 5 seconds, I assure you.

    The plot is awesome too, with no more confusing, melodramatic rubbish which games such as Sonic 06 delivered. Voice acting has been greatly improved and no longer to cutscenes require subtitles.

    But we've forgotten the most important thing of all: gameplay! Well, if there's one significant difference between previous titles and this gameplay-wise, you'll immediately notice that it doesn't suck. Modern Sonic plays very similar to how he played in the day stages of Sonic Unleashed and Sonic Colours, but guess what? The level design has PLATFORMING! Hooray! No longer is Sonic restricted to a narrow path and now Sonic has to stop now and then to progress. It's fantastic and the level design really is great.

    Classic Sonic is a different story. He's nostalgic, well designed, and fun. Very fun. Classic Sonic retains his awesome moveset from Sonic 2 and he plays much better than he did in Sonic 4. Level design is just as great as Modern Sonic's, only that it's 2D only and even more platforming is thrown in there. Classic Sonic overall is almost as cool as he was in the 90's, but he has some faults. Scripted events are spammed everywhere to aid the player and the flow can feel slightly unnatural at times. His rolling also doesn't feel as momentum based anymore, either. Regardless of these minor errors, Classic Sonic is just as awesome as Modern Sonic is.

    Overall... I can't tell you how good this game is and how great it feels to be a Sonic fan once more. This lays a great blueprint for the future of Sonic and if it isn't the blistering speeds of Modern Sonic that will grip you, the nostalgia of the Classic style will. I give the game a 9/10.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#86 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#22 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2011
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#30 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

Critic Reviews

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Mar 6, 2012
    70
    Perhaps one of the best things we can say about Sonic Generations is that it feels complete, and that it looks absolutely stunning. 20 years offers a lot of time to draw inspiration from, and Team Sonic's determination to show off everything that Sonic has accomplished is to be applauded. As an homage it's without peer. As a game in its own right it's flawed, but it'll leave you with more smiles than frowns. [Dec 2011, p70]
  2. Gamer.no
    Feb 6, 2012
    60
    Sonic Generations marks the 20th birthday of Segas beloved mascot, and it also shows us why he deserves to be celebrated. Even though the 3D platforming part of the game carries with it most of the problems from other later installments in the franchise, the 2D levels stand up as one of the best Sonic experiences in many years. It's a two sided experience, but definitely worth a closer look.
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  3. PlayStation Universe
    Jan 27, 2012
    95
    Probably the best Sonic game ever made, and the perfect celebration of everything Hedgehog for any type of fan. Happy Birthday, Sonic!
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