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  1. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Por fin un juego de Sonic en 3D con mucha personalidad, profundiza en los peesonajes e intenta innovar en todo lo que hace, sin fijarse en nadie y sin esconderse. SEGA no nos ha defraudado, un gran juego que vale su pago dia 1.
  2. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Hits all the right marks for a franchise which had previously struggled to find success in story telling and engaging 360 degree gameplay. A memorably experience and will go down as a classic in the sonic fandom.
  3. Nov 18, 2022
    10
    We will not let you raid us, Dunkey. Leave gaming alone you no life **** We literally know your name.
  4. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    It is loads of fun despite being repetitious. However, there is plenty of stuff to break up the repetition like small character interactions, mini boss fights, fishing, and cyberspace. Which leads me to the worst part of the game. The cyberspace levels are not needed in this game and honestly feel like a chore to do. They do not control near as well as unleashed or generation stages andIt is loads of fun despite being repetitious. However, there is plenty of stuff to break up the repetition like small character interactions, mini boss fights, fishing, and cyberspace. Which leads me to the worst part of the game. The cyberspace levels are not needed in this game and honestly feel like a chore to do. They do not control near as well as unleashed or generation stages and running in the open world feels so much better comparatively. Overall, this is the best sonic game since Generations, which is not a hard feat for this franchise given the past decade, but it is still very fun and worth picking up if you are a huge sonic fan. Looking forward to what comes next! Expand
  5. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    It's a really fun game than you think. It's one of the funniest games I've played in November.
  6. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The game is not perfect, not the ideal example of the Sonic game, but still laid the hand for the further revival of the game series
    and turned out to be REALLY interesting and brought me and other people back to the same passion for Sonic that disappeared in the last decade.
    Probably the most addictive, sometimes satisfying, well-balanced gameplay between a dynamic and meditative
    The game is not perfect, not the ideal example of the Sonic game, but still laid the hand for the further revival of the game series
    and turned out to be REALLY interesting and brought me and other people back to the same passion for Sonic that disappeared in the last decade.
    Probably the most addictive, sometimes satisfying, well-balanced gameplay between a dynamic and meditative sequence. The combat is alright, cyberspaces sometimes get boring, the music is one of the most powerful in Sonic franchise, also the same words goes to the bosses, they are so lit and brutal, never have been expected to play THIS kind of Sonic game. Probably didn’t like the sometimes abrupt change of camera to 2D in open zones, boring platforming sections, the feeling of common emptiness, sudden FPS drops and the retail price. Also did not expected the insert of comics characters in the mainline story and the final boss gameplay, it's just awkward. The story narration is finally turned out to be interesting, the characters seems to be more mature and finally started to being like old themselves with the really interesting interactions with each other, but sometimes the main storyline and lore can get very very WTF not in the good way. Well, in general, I can say that the game left an incredibly positive impression about a Sonic game and i really hope that the series will go on in the same direction but with some major improvings on the way. I really hope that Sonic will stay enough long to end not in a rough, sad way.
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  7. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    I loved the whole concept and I really expect this franchise follows this direction. Despite of its bugs the game is very good and fun, the hype was worth it!!!!! And please remove Morio
  8. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    크... 드디어... 오래 기다렸다... 존버는 승리한다! 소닉 프론티어 출시!!
    방금 해봤는데 확실히 소닉 프론티어 근접 타격감도 진짜 좋고 근접전투 진짜 최고임
  9. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Divertido, frenético y bello...una mirada actual al clásico, te evoca recuerdos de mejores tiempos. Expand
  10. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Without a doubt, one of the best Sonic experiences I've played so far, a little janky at times, but it doesn't detract from my enjoyment traversing through the islands. And the combat truly sets a new standard for Sonic from now on.
  11. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    An amazing start to a new direction for the series. Fun gameplay with amazing bosses. The characters are finally written well and the story is taking a serious but still fun in some places gone the series should be. I hope they continue to make this direction and improve on its style going forward.
  12. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    The best Sonic game I’ve ever played since Sonic Unleashed. Amazing experience! A must-play for Sonic fans.
  13. Nov 26, 2022
    9
    This game is a welcome surprise. Its like Elden Ring, Botw and Sonic combined into a great exploratory experience. The atmosphere is bleak and stoic like Elden Ring, the puzzles are like toned down Botw ones, the levels hidden in the world are apex 3D Sonic speed levels. I can't get over how much I'm enjoying this. I was hesitant in believing that Sonic Team could make a good open worldThis game is a welcome surprise. Its like Elden Ring, Botw and Sonic combined into a great exploratory experience. The atmosphere is bleak and stoic like Elden Ring, the puzzles are like toned down Botw ones, the levels hidden in the world are apex 3D Sonic speed levels. I can't get over how much I'm enjoying this. I was hesitant in believing that Sonic Team could make a good open world game. I was wrong. This is the best 3D Sonic game of the last 20 years at least, if not ever. Expand
  14. Nov 26, 2022
    9
    Jogo muito bom, o ruim fazes repetitivas e final Boss ruim. Mas de resto e muito bom
  15. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    OMG, Simply this game is incredible, it is a totally fresh new air for sonic, it is something that had already been seen in other types of games, but they adapted it very well to the world of Sonic, incredible game
  16. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Absolutely one of the best Sonic Games to date. The Gameplay is Super Addicting and Fun! The Music is absolutely beautiful, and Graphics as well. Animations are really good! Story is Phenomenal! This is an easy 10/10 game.
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    Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Una maravillosa experiencia, Aprovecha muy bien las habilidades y movimientos clásicos de la franquicia y deja al jugador interactuar en el mapa de forma bastante libre y orgánica, tal como lo haría el propio Sonic; además el juego corrige problemas que venía arrastrando la franquicia presentándonos una historia buena, un juego menos lineal y mejorando la inmersión del jugador, reduciendoUna maravillosa experiencia, Aprovecha muy bien las habilidades y movimientos clásicos de la franquicia y deja al jugador interactuar en el mapa de forma bastante libre y orgánica, tal como lo haría el propio Sonic; además el juego corrige problemas que venía arrastrando la franquicia presentándonos una historia buena, un juego menos lineal y mejorando la inmersión del jugador, reduciendo los eventos automáticos durante el juego.
    Sin mencionar las fases del ciberespacio que ofrecen un descanso del mundo abierto.
    Gran paso para el Sonic team, han encontrado una fórmula ganadora que puede ser muy potenciada para juegos futuros.
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  18. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    The game isn’t perfect, but every game has flaws and this game isn’t short of its, but it’s fun, the story is enjoyable, the characters are relevant again, sonic controls amazingly.

    I want sega to continue down this path with sonic, This, is the sonic game I have been waiting for, and I never thought I would say this, but sonic has found it, this, this is it.
  19. Nov 10, 2022
    8
    Un videojuego bastante entretenido y con buen diseño de niveles, puede tener un poco de fallas de optimización y unos detalles de calidad de vida que seguro se pueden corregir con actualizaciones, pero fuera de todo, es un juego entretenido y divertido.
  20. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This is great the best game of the year. A marvel. on the XBOX S it works better than on the PS5. I really liked the game.
  21. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game is fantastic, 100% favorite Sonic Game competing with adventure and generations, The story is the highlight of the game, sadly I though the game was too short, I wanted more! The last two island were a little bit disappointing but very enjoyable. All of the bosses are insane, the open zone seems empty but is very well made and cyberspace isn’t that bad. This game is special, IThis game is fantastic, 100% favorite Sonic Game competing with adventure and generations, The story is the highlight of the game, sadly I though the game was too short, I wanted more! The last two island were a little bit disappointing but very enjoyable. All of the bosses are insane, the open zone seems empty but is very well made and cyberspace isn’t that bad. This game is special, I felt something when finishing it, something special that I haven’t done in a video game for a while.I was satisfied, but I still wanted more. But I can’t wait for DLC, I hope they make more playable character then sonic tho. I love this game. Please give me a favor, but it. Expand
  22. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game is simply amazing. I never had this much fun with a sonic game since unleashed 14 years ago. This is the best 3d sonic game ever. The combat is fun, the world is beautiful and the exploration never felt boring. The bosses are the best in the series. The music is top notch. The story reminds me of the 2000's a lot (in a good way) and the dialogue and characterization are perfect.This game is simply amazing. I never had this much fun with a sonic game since unleashed 14 years ago. This is the best 3d sonic game ever. The combat is fun, the world is beautiful and the exploration never felt boring. The bosses are the best in the series. The music is top notch. The story reminds me of the 2000's a lot (in a good way) and the dialogue and characterization are perfect. I cannot thank sonic team enough for making me feel like a kid again. Thank you Expand
  23. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Overall this is a very good Sonic game, the best since Unleashed and Generations, Sonic controls AWESOME in the open zones, I also love the DropDash incorporation ( The best feeling of being in control of the character of all the games in the franchise ) and it’s very satisfying upgrading Sonic stats, the combat is really good, the exploration, and I love that the game let you change SonicOverall this is a very good Sonic game, the best since Unleashed and Generations, Sonic controls AWESOME in the open zones, I also love the DropDash incorporation ( The best feeling of being in control of the character of all the games in the franchise ) and it’s very satisfying upgrading Sonic stats, the combat is really good, the exploration, and I love that the game let you change Sonic acceleration, turning speed, boost speed, and more, I love the customization in that way, the history of this game is really really good, Ian is the best, the only thing that I don’t like it’s the reused assets from cyberspace, Green Hill, Chemical Plant, and Sky Santuary, and the physics in the Cyberspace levels, I’m loving this new generation of Sonic games!

    And the Super Sonic battles, uff, Sonic is officially back!

    9/10
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  24. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    is a refreshing delivery of sonic and the best in 3D in recent years, The story is entertaining and the game will give hours of fun
  25. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Amazing return to form. Exploring the open world as sonic is so much fun. The world provides you with plenty to discover and getting from place to place is fun and fast. Some technical issues like pop in and sonic not interacting with the terrain very smothly at times and the controls in cybersoace are not good. But the game nails pretty much everything else.
    Really looking forward to the
    Amazing return to form. Exploring the open world as sonic is so much fun. The world provides you with plenty to discover and getting from place to place is fun and fast. Some technical issues like pop in and sonic not interacting with the terrain very smothly at times and the controls in cybersoace are not good. But the game nails pretty much everything else.
    Really looking forward to the future of the franchise. Please keep the formula and improve upon it instead of ditching it for something new. This franchise needs consistency and the fans need to be able to have faith in future instalments.
    Thank you for this gem, Sonic team!
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  26. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    So I finish it and I really love this game and finally sega hired Ian Flynn who knows the characters and the story, so I hope sega will bring back Ian Flynn for the future games
  27. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    This game is absolutely amazing. While there is a ton of pop-in, this game is just so fun that I can ignore that. I can't stop playing this masterpiece.
  28. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Se puede considerar el mejor juego de sonic sin lugar a dudas, el mundo abierto funciona ya que el diseño del juego esta bien pensado (para mí de los mejores mundos abiertos jamás hechos), es satisfactorio controlar a sonic y eso acompañado de un combate rápido y dinámico. Me gusta el tono que toma la historia es simple pero entretenida y la banda sonora es muy buena como cualquier sonic.Se puede considerar el mejor juego de sonic sin lugar a dudas, el mundo abierto funciona ya que el diseño del juego esta bien pensado (para mí de los mejores mundos abiertos jamás hechos), es satisfactorio controlar a sonic y eso acompañado de un combate rápido y dinámico. Me gusta el tono que toma la historia es simple pero entretenida y la banda sonora es muy buena como cualquier sonic. Tiene muchas cosas que se pueden mejorar en sí el juego tiene un potencial enorme, este es el mejor camino que ha tomado el Sonic team si se sigue así quizá sonic tendrá de los mejores juegos que se han tenido. Expand
  29. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Probably the best 3D Sonic game since Adventure 2 and Unleashed. Congrats Sonic Team, you guys pulled it off. The gameplay, story, soundtrack, and graphics are all great! Excited to see what comes next. I hope the next game builds upon this concept.

    Pros: Customizable physics, which helps give more people a preferred play style. The trick system while airborne is satisfying The combat,
    Probably the best 3D Sonic game since Adventure 2 and Unleashed. Congrats Sonic Team, you guys pulled it off. The gameplay, story, soundtrack, and graphics are all great! Excited to see what comes next. I hope the next game builds upon this concept.

    Pros:
    Customizable physics, which helps give more people a preferred play style.
    The trick system while airborne is satisfying
    The combat, while simple, is fast paced and feels good.
    The story respects older fans of the Adventure games with many references as well as characterization similar to Adventure 1 and 2.
    More varied routes in the cyberspace levels which reminded me of the Sonic stages in Adventure 2.
    The soundtrack is excellent, as usual.

    Cons:
    Some of the puzzles exist just to fill the world with something to do, which would sound like a good thing but these puzzles (just a couple of them) feel like they weren’t thought out very much.
    Some of the animation is slightly janky, with the worst probably being the opening cutscene almost looking like a fan-made animation.
    The advertisements for the game were filled with outstanding looking CGI cutscenes, but those same moments were replaced with in-game cutscenes that were nowhere as good looking. Many Sonic games have CGI cutscenes sprinkled in which led me to believe that would happen again.

    My criticisms are for the most part just nitpicks, and the good heavily outweighs the bad. I appreciate Sonic Team for thoughtfully making a game that took the older fans into mind, and I love it. 9/10
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  30. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    esse jogo é bom demais é muito gostoso de jogar era o que o Sonic precisava. Ser livre! e eles fizeram isso muito bem Sonic parece ter um futuro brilhante agora
  31. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    I'm not generally a Sonic player, but I figured i'd give this one a shot and i've been loving it. The outdoor zones are not the most visually stunning but they make up for it with how jam packed they are with collectibles. The cyber levels are great across the board, and though the story is kinda nonsensical it's got heart. The boss fight music rocks and there's some great set pieces.I'm not generally a Sonic player, but I figured i'd give this one a shot and i've been loving it. The outdoor zones are not the most visually stunning but they make up for it with how jam packed they are with collectibles. The cyber levels are great across the board, and though the story is kinda nonsensical it's got heart. The boss fight music rocks and there's some great set pieces. Sonic feels great to play as 90% of the time, and the sense of speed is awesome. Expand
  32. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    this game is in the top 3 of my favorite games ever The influence of the fans in the franchise is noticeable, definitely one of the best Sonic in 3D
    Everyone should give it a try, even if your only option is a Nintendo Switch.
    The biggest problem of the game must be the pop in, but after a while playing you don't even notice it anymore, obviously it can be better, but it's still not annoying
  33. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Most fun I had with a sonic game since generations,huge step forward from forces
  34. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    I really enjoyed my experience with this game, for me it was very fun, and for me fun is very important, also the story is good, good music, good gameplay, graphics are good too
  35. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    this game isnt fory everyone, if like games like collectathons like banjo kazooie or mario 64 you will have a goid time, if you grew up with sonic youll love it, if love the adventure games youll love it, if you liked sonic for its shonen moments the moments in this game will give you chills, if youve been waiting for sonic team to get themselves together this game is absolutely a step inthis game isnt fory everyone, if like games like collectathons like banjo kazooie or mario 64 you will have a goid time, if you grew up with sonic youll love it, if love the adventure games youll love it, if you liked sonic for its shonen moments the moments in this game will give you chills, if youve been waiting for sonic team to get themselves together this game is absolutely a step in the roght direction, one thing everyone should know is that there are only 4 islands, 3 unique ones the 4th is kronos i feel everyone should know this, theres flaws like anything else in this world, but despite that sonic frontiers is definitely a treat to sonic fans, and those who know of sonic from the movie or other means, you will enjoy your experience Expand
  36. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    One of the best 3D Sonic games in a long time, had a blast when playing it.
  37. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The new Sonic game gave me a lot of fun.
    The speed was very fast, so I was able to feel a different kind of fun from the previous games.
  38. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing Sonic game that every fan of the franchise have to play. It was a lot of fun for me. Expand
  39. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    I finally feel excited to play Sonic game. This is good, great, awesome, outstanding, AMAZING!
  40. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    THIS IS THE BEST SONIC GAME IN SONIC SERIES!! The open world design is far great! And bosses is pretty good! And cyberspace...is not that bad but it's fun as hell if you speedrun! And this is my top 5! 10/10.
  41. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    The sonic series is taken in a bold new direction in this fresh open-zone title! The game is a solid 7.5/10 for me. It feels vast with a level of spectacle we've not seen since Sonic Unleashed. The boss battles are epic with a soundtrack that goes hard. I wish there was a little more polish. The cyberspace levels are too clunky and slow to control sadly. But overall its a very fun timeThe sonic series is taken in a bold new direction in this fresh open-zone title! The game is a solid 7.5/10 for me. It feels vast with a level of spectacle we've not seen since Sonic Unleashed. The boss battles are epic with a soundtrack that goes hard. I wish there was a little more polish. The cyberspace levels are too clunky and slow to control sadly. But overall its a very fun time and exciting entry in the series that could have a very prosperous future from hereon in. Well done Sonic Team! Expand
  42. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Es una base muy solida para futuros juegos
    Es una base muy solida para futuros juegos
    Es una base muy solida para futuros juegos
  43. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    This game is amazing, the story is great, Sonic's gameplay in the open zone is great, cyberspaces levels are kinda fun but the psychs are kinda suck but ok Sonic Is back everyone
  44. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    まだアレス島までしかクリアしてないけど、めちゃめちゃ楽しいしボスやマップのデザインもいい。何より、キャラクタの話方や速さが前作のフォーシズより良くなった。
  45. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    ITS IMPECCABLE!!! The BEST Sonic Game since Unleashed. Congratulations to Sega and Sonic Team. Keep it up and Let’s forge a New Frontier. (Don’t listen to de **** reviews, they don’t know what they’re talking about and just hating for the sake of hating)
  46. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Can't remember the last time I enjoyed a sonic game like this, not perfect and had its flaws but hella enjoyable and is definitely a great foundation for future games
  47. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don’t want to write a review, but I have to get to 75 characters to post. Expand
  48. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Clearly this is one of the best sonic games. The sonic team has finally found the formula for Sonic 3D.
    It is not a 10 for technical problems (popping), this bothers a bit when playing. If they had solved this problem the game would be a 10.
    The best of the game? in my opinion the experience when playing with SUPER SONIC.
    I love you SEGA and Sonic TEAM
  49. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Not without it's flaws but is probably the most consistent quality out of all 3D Sonic games, also helped by it's story which is a treat for any fan of the prior 3D games.
  50. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers made me remember why I love Sonic;

    - Memorable characters and their interactions
    - Beautiful Soundtrack
    - A story of which I care - Levels that are jumpy and fast - Badass bosses Certainly it is not perfect, but this new direction promises for the future.
  51. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  52. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Oh my god. Go BUY THIS GAME!!!!
    Its so Refreshing to play Frontiers.

    The Quality of the game is actually very good on the switch (though scaled back) it runs Well enough for you to play through the entire game with little to no problems.

    Tomoya Ohtani once again Popped off with the soundtrack.

    The story, the interactions, EVERYTHING.

    Its a Must have for any sonic fan.
  53. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    An amazing formula idea. Best 3D Sonic game since Unleashed/SA2. Never felt a first experience as good as this since Unleashed.. Sonic is officially back.
  54. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    One of the Best 3D Sonic Games! Incredible sense of speed and control over sonic and running around this open world feels amazing. Great Boss battles as well! Music has to be the best OST's of all time for any video game.
  55. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    Amazing, best Sonic game I've played in the last 12 years, It's been a while since I've had fun playing a Sonic game and this one exceeded many expectations, it still has flaws in certain parts and a bit exhausting repetition factor but it certainly has a super solid foundation for future games, Kishimoto managed to deprive everyone that with time in development it can make a solid game,Amazing, best Sonic game I've played in the last 12 years, It's been a while since I've had fun playing a Sonic game and this one exceeded many expectations, it still has flaws in certain parts and a bit exhausting repetition factor but it certainly has a super solid foundation for future games, Kishimoto managed to deprive everyone that with time in development it can make a solid game, you can see the cart they had in each cutcene of this game, at home Boss fight, at home interaction, in everything, the open zone gameplay is very good, Cyberspace is very fun with time, even though they are old levels some are original and I would say the weakest point so far, was the 2D sessions and some pop-ins on the maps, but overall it's an almost perfect game. Expand
  56. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    Great game, the sonic team seemed like they put work into this own, they should follow this formula!
  57. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Fantastic game and an amazing evolution of the franchise and if your a heavy metal fan considering giving the ost a listen.
  58. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    SONIC FRONTIERS TA ESPETACULAR
    Os diálogos são maravilhosos, as vozes estão femomenais, a história esta espetacular, eu to amando como eles estão revivendo e expandindo a história do adventure 1, a trilha sonora só tem banger
    Esse jogo é facilmente o melhor jogo de 2022
  59. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Apparently it turned out to be better than I had expected because the new narrative and the excellent music with things that make the game very enjoyable the change of address was favorable and fresh for the new delivery
  60. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    You can tell this game has passion put into it, it may look weird, but it shows, so much, they did all they could and they knocked it out of the park, specially wiht the Open Zone AND those Super Sonic boss fights. Sonic is back baby
  61. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When I bought the game, I was expecting that it would be good, even with some of the negatives like the pop ups. But I truly enjoyed the game from start to finish. Exploring the islands, collecting the chaos emeralds, finding memory tokens, fishing, and fighting the bosses as Super Sonic were all enjoyable to play. Music is one of the best in the series as well. If you like Sonic, I’d recommend you to play this game. Expand
  62. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers is, in my opinion, the best 3d Sonic game since Sonic Generations. The open zones are fun to explore and the cyberspace levels aren’t bad either. The story is some of the best in the series and the soundtrack is great. The worst thing about the game is probably the pop-in for platforms in the open zone. The titan fights are like bosses turned up to the max. That’s why I’mSonic Frontiers is, in my opinion, the best 3d Sonic game since Sonic Generations. The open zones are fun to explore and the cyberspace levels aren’t bad either. The story is some of the best in the series and the soundtrack is great. The worst thing about the game is probably the pop-in for platforms in the open zone. The titan fights are like bosses turned up to the max. That’s why I’m giving this game a 9. Expand
  63. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Absolutely the right move Sonic Team had to make. The open zone is extremely fun, the Cyberspace levels are enjoyable, and the music is just absolutely fantastic. The story is also extremely good, and the characters have finally been given the chance to fully shine since Black Knight. It's so good to see Sonic back in the spotlight after so long. Here's hoping the next games are just asAbsolutely the right move Sonic Team had to make. The open zone is extremely fun, the Cyberspace levels are enjoyable, and the music is just absolutely fantastic. The story is also extremely good, and the characters have finally been given the chance to fully shine since Black Knight. It's so good to see Sonic back in the spotlight after so long. Here's hoping the next games are just as good, or better than Frontiers is. Great job Sonic Team, you hit a winning formula for the next decade Expand
  64. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers this and will always be among my favorite games not only of Sonic but of my life, I loved the combat, the speed, the new changes in the gameplay and the story and soundtrack, simply amazing 10/10.
  65. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    An unreal experience, you have to turn speed and all other options up to 100 and play on hard mode. Only bad things are render distance, cyberspace controls are a bit wonky, and giving just a little more life to the world. Otherwise 10/10
  66. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game is perfect the control the island there are so many challenges and combats and when you lvl up youre speed Sonic goes crazy fast the Story is a little bit dark and i love it my review buy the game it’s totally worth it.
  67. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    Sonic Frontiers feels like a desperate breath of fresh air into the series.

    It is not perfect by any means - cyberspace levels are hit or miss and some are genuinely AWFUL to go through and S rank (3-7 lmao), pop in is an issue though it's not a big deal to me, and there are a few minor bugs that I have encountered only twice in my 15 hours of playtime so far. However, everything else
    Sonic Frontiers feels like a desperate breath of fresh air into the series.

    It is not perfect by any means - cyberspace levels are hit or miss and some are genuinely AWFUL to go through and S rank (3-7 lmao), pop in is an issue though it's not a big deal to me, and there are a few minor bugs that I have encountered only twice in my 15 hours of playtime so far. However, everything else outshines it. The story is great with the help of Ian Flynn, known for the Sonic IDW comics. The voice acting is okay for the most part, Amy's in particular is wonderful. Character interactions are great and feel so much better than what we got in the last decade.

    Exploring the open world is genuinely great. I always find myself exploring to see what else there is to find instead of going to the main goal. Last night, I said I'd only play for another hour. Before I knew it, I had played for 8. (Also I do not understand the complaints about the world feeling "empty", I think stuff being spaced out is necessary given how fast Sonic goes.)

    But more or less, this game leaves a wonderful foundation for follow-ups. I cannot wait to see what the Sonic series brings in the future.

    P.S. The soundtrack is FIRE and they got Kellin Quinn from Sleeping with Sirens on it. 100/10 banger OST.
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  68. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The story, the Gameplay, the character dynamics, the visuals, the care they made this game with, is outstanding.

    Sonic if officially back.
  69. Nov 9, 2022
    10
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  70. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bueno juego , realmente este juego experimenta un nuevo modo de juego , y resalta muy bien , se que no es perfecto pero es bueno , y los gráficos no es al máximo pero es un poco realista los paisajes , prefiero un sonic con toques de realismo y menos infantil para la nueva era Expand
  71. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game is the true revival that the series needed, the writing, the Open-Zone, even the cyberspace and if Sonic team continues like that then it's looking great for the future of Sonic
  72. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    While in the trailers the open world gameplay seemed automated, I found it to be actually really fun because you can kinda zone out and have fun with each one. Cyberspace isn't even that bad too because physics are your worst enemy in these stages. This soundtrack is also the best sonic soundtrack we have ever gotten. The highest point in this game is fighting the bosses, but I won't spoil it.
  73. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The game is absolutely amazing. The open world has a lot of quests and mini games and platforming challenges that insanely fun to complete. Some people may take issue with the pop-in, but it's an open world game so that's to be expected. The more traditional cyberspace levels are fun to speedrun for that s rank time. Be warned though, the boost and the physics are different from how theyThe game is absolutely amazing. The open world has a lot of quests and mini games and platforming challenges that insanely fun to complete. Some people may take issue with the pop-in, but it's an open world game so that's to be expected. The more traditional cyberspace levels are fun to speedrun for that s rank time. Be warned though, the boost and the physics are different from how they were in previous games....DIFFERENT but not terrible. Even though I do wish Sonic moved faster in the 2d stages, there' was nothing egregious in my playthrough.

    The story is really good as well. Ian Flynn definitely delivered on the writing and the direction for the voice cast was spot on along with their performances. Soundtrack even for a Sonic game this OST stands out, fr the ambient sounds of the islands during exploration, to the various styles of high bpm breakbeat, edm and techno in cyberspace levels, to the absolute BANGER boss themes. The FRONTIERS OST is among the best in ther series and that's saying a lot, considering there are virtually no misses when it comes to music in this franchise.

    Overall, any gripes I had with the game were personal and very minor. This is a great new step for the franchise. I LOVE THIS GAME!
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  74. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Fun Sonic game since Sonic unleashed and generations. Not as fast as before, but still fast. I enjoy exploring freely :) Expand
  75. Nov 9, 2022
    8
    Great hybrid of the boost/adventure formula! The open zone concept becomes so much more clearer when you play the game yourself. Story is amazing with phenomenal writing. Gameplay feels slick and tight- if slightly janky.
  76. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game is AMAZING and is my new favorite 3D Sonic Game PERIOD! The level design, platforming in the open zone, the sense of speed and incredible combat are all top tier. You can tell that this was a labor of love from SEGA and it paid off BIG TIME. Do yourself a favor and pick this one up and ignore all the haters mentally stuck in 2006. This is a brave and bold new direction for theThis game is AMAZING and is my new favorite 3D Sonic Game PERIOD! The level design, platforming in the open zone, the sense of speed and incredible combat are all top tier. You can tell that this was a labor of love from SEGA and it paid off BIG TIME. Do yourself a favor and pick this one up and ignore all the haters mentally stuck in 2006. This is a brave and bold new direction for the franchise and Sonic just smashed all expectations! Expand
  77. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Pretty much peak Sonic, a good story with good gameplay. Cyberspace could be much better, but overall a fun experience.
  78. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Music and bosses alone deserve a 10, but even the core gameplay is pure fun, controles are just perfect.
  79. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Don't stop, we're on a mission
    Overdrive and overrun the competition
    Counting up the damage when it's done
    (So break through it all)
    We can't pretend to listen
    Sorry if it puts you in an imposition
    We won't stop until the battle’s won
  80. Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The story is very good, it gets you nailed, at the beginning it feels a bit weak but as the game progresses it gets very good, the new gameplay is different and I like that, there are several things that can be improved such as poping or the movement in cyberspace but from there my opinion about the game does not change much.
  81. Nov 9, 2022
    9
    Bon gameplay, bonne histoire et des combats de boss incroyable. Les musiques sont magnifiques bref a part les graphismes Sonic Frontiers est un excellent jeu
  82. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I just finished the game and i can tell you, this is the best Sonic game we've ever had since unleashed, anything from the narrative, to the game play and soundtrack is just too good to be real.
    I give it a 9 just because the true final boss of the game, is a bit disappointing that they turned the best opportunity to be ultra epic, in a bullet hell with 3 quick time events, anything besides that is just perfect.
    A must play or a Sonic Fan and to anyone who wants to play it.
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  83. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Best 3D sonic games in awhile, please don't listen to the professional critics.
  84. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best sonic game yet! It’s a huge love letter to the fans! With plenty of callbacks to sonics previous adventures! The music alone is phonemail 10/10! Expand
  85. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a long time Sonic fan, I've gone around 11 years without a good 3D mainline game now, and sonic frontiers absolutely delivers on being something super special with so much potential. I have played this game to 100% completion and outside of the secret hard mode final boss, I loved every minute. That final boss was awful though lol. This formula has so much potential, and I really hope SEGA and Sonic Team look to refine it into something really amazing. For now at least, I can confidently say that Sonic is good again, and that's a fantastic feeling. Expand
  86. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers is a beautiful step forward for the blue blur and his friends. The combat is varied and satisfying, the story is mysterious and emotional, the voice acting is new while still feeling familiar, and the soundtrack is glorious, whether it's the soft violins of Kronos Island, the EDM music for Cyberspace, or the heavy metal for when you're up against the Titans! In SonicSonic Frontiers is a beautiful step forward for the blue blur and his friends. The combat is varied and satisfying, the story is mysterious and emotional, the voice acting is new while still feeling familiar, and the soundtrack is glorious, whether it's the soft violins of Kronos Island, the EDM music for Cyberspace, or the heavy metal for when you're up against the Titans! In Sonic Frontiers, it's up to you to save Sonic's friends and rescue them from cyberspace, all while trying to overpower the new threats that await. Unlike past Sonic games where you'd speed through levels, Frontiers takes a new approach: Open Zone, and it really pays off! As for the more linear reach the goal levels, they're a part of the new Cyberspace levels. While it's a little hard to get a hold of the, admittedly clunky controls, once you do you'll be S-ranking Cyberspace levels at the fastest speeds possible! Visually, the game looks fairly average, however you can still capture some gorgeous scenery and beautiful views from the Starfall Islands. There are a few gripes I have here and there with this game, but it doesn't knock any points, and they're more nitpicks than anything.

    Overall, Sonic Frontiers is a wonderfully crafted game by SEGA and Sonic Team, and is the best 3D Sonic game since Sonic Generations! From its fun and unique combat, to the beautifully designed open zones, to its fast paced Cyberspace stages, to its incredible story, its music, and its beautiful visuals, Sonic Frontiers is worth your time and is a very thrilling game!

    10/10... Sonic the Hedgehog is back!
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  87. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    i can admit this game has jank and some odd things about it, but my GOD, this game has so many incredible moments ranging from boss fights, exploration and even trying to get everything in cyberspace stages, it's just so fun i simply can't justify giving it anything below a 9. well done SEGA, this is amazing
  88. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Great game, can’t stop playing it.
    Only thing i dislike are the 2D cyberspace levels, everything else is amazing. The attention the detail is incredible and Flynn did great with the dialogue. It really feels like you’re interacting with people and not robots or npcs. The game is also super loooong, i bought it on release day and i’m not even close to finishing it. So much content!
    TL:DR:
    Great game, can’t stop playing it.
    Only thing i dislike are the 2D cyberspace levels, everything else is amazing. The attention the detail is incredible and Flynn did great with the dialogue. It really feels like you’re interacting with people and not robots or npcs. The game is also super loooong, i bought it on release day and i’m not even close to finishing it. So much content!
    TL:DR: Buy the game
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  89. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Surely there are a few minor issues i have with the games, but it barely affects my experience with it at all. This is one of the BEST Sonic games i have ever played, i really enjoyed my time with it
  90. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sonic Frontiers truly revitalized my love for the franchise. The open world is an absolute joy to traverse, the game doesn't lock you into one specific method of progression, you can choose how you wish to progress through the game. The soundtrack is one of the best video game soundtracks ever. I am so happy with what Sega and Sonic Team have done here, I cant wait to see what's next. Expand
  91. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Buenísimo. El mundo abierto es bastante completo, el nivel de dificultad más que aceptable y el sistema de combate me ha convencido. El desarrollo de los personajes es lo mejor. Tienen una personalidad más completa y crecen a lo largo del juego. A mí me ha encantado
  92. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Sega has set a great foundation for what we need in a sonic game, I enjoyed every minute of it not including the final boss which ruined the hype build up from the previous bosses, but i had an overall great experience.

    The way the characters interacted with each other was my personal highlight as it was such a fresh start from the last decade on how they were written, THIS is Sonic's
    Sega has set a great foundation for what we need in a sonic game, I enjoyed every minute of it not including the final boss which ruined the hype build up from the previous bosses, but i had an overall great experience.

    The way the characters interacted with each other was my personal highlight as it was such a fresh start from the last decade on how they were written, THIS is Sonic's true world. How the world has been portrayed has left me amazed with all the previous games referenced to make it all an official cannon and not a cheesy reference like previous games have done. (even a Sonic Boom reference was mentioned which caught me by surprise, makes me wonder what they will do with that in the next game)

    Only problem with the game was the cyberspace control, and i was going to mention the reuse of previous games for level design but it was KINDA justified from the last island where sage basically mentions that, so I felt like I couldn't really complain as some stages where original, just wish there was more of them.

    But I will just say they better see these user scores over the critics because WE know what we want in a sonic game WE are the ones who know sonic better than anyone else so WE know what makes sonic good.

    Cheers to a bright future for sonic.
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  93. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    Great gameplay, open zones could use more natural platforming and design, not floating platforms and rails. Story is great and keeps you captivated to keep playing. Sonic and friends finally feel like themselves and talk like actual friends. The combat has a certain level of jank to it but is overall pretty fun, I hope for more moves that really capitalize on Sonics speed next game. FirstGreat gameplay, open zones could use more natural platforming and design, not floating platforms and rails. Story is great and keeps you captivated to keep playing. Sonic and friends finally feel like themselves and talk like actual friends. The combat has a certain level of jank to it but is overall pretty fun, I hope for more moves that really capitalize on Sonics speed next game. First 2 islands are great but 3rd drops the same format and goes for 2D at every moment. Expand
  94. Nov 10, 2022
    9
    Holy **** This is the best sonic game since at least Sonic Adventure 2. There are extremely high highs and the lows of the game aren't even that bad. Only part I hated was pinball. If sonic generations was a celebration of sonic past, Sonic frontiers is a celebration of his future
  95. Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This really Is a big change compared to te last Sonic games, It realluy deserves to rate it as a top tier Sonic game. It really needs more time for people to really apreciate this game. Expand
  96. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Hacía años que no se ponía a la venta un Sonic que de verdad me recordase a los Sonic originales, con todo lo bueno que aporta la tecnología y lo bien que han sabido crear un juego divertido, majestuoso y que no puedes dejar de jugar. Una belleza gráfica sin duda, y también sonora gracias a su exquisita banda sonora.

    Así sí Sega.
  97. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    El juego es algo diferente a los demás, es muy entretenido, la banda sonora en épica y la historia es súper buena
  98. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    I was so worried for this game before launch with a huge rollad coaster of emotions, but this is easily one of my favorite sonic games of all time and is laying the foundation for future greatness!
  99. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Muy buen juego, gran historia y por fin sería, el mundo abierto es genial y las zonas son muy divertidas, el desarrollo de los personajes es genial, y sus controles realmente muy cómodos, de lo mejor de Sonic en los últimos años, definitivamente este es el camino
  100. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Minha experiência com sonic frontiers foi maravilhoso,a jogabilidade é maravilhosa,os puzzles são bem simples mas divertido.
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 90
  2. Negative: 6 out of 90
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    60
    The idea and vision of the game is absolutely fabulous. In practice, however, the game is brought down by its execution, which you can see through after a short while and then the game has nothing to surprise you with. [Issue#324]
  2. Feb 22, 2023
    30
    There is nothing remotely redeeming about this game. Nothing that even the most die-hard loyal Sonic Fans would or should advocate for. I hope that one day someone who cares enough about this franchise could give us something-anything of substance. A fan can hope, can’t they? A fan can hope.
  3. Feb 4, 2023
    80
    Finally, after almost 25years of half measures and mostly mediocre titles, Sonic has finally reached the 3D levels of gameplay it needed to reach. Yes, the pop in is absolutely inexcusable and the ancient gatekeeping grindy methods damage the flow of the game for no reason, but a wonderfully built base exists here, with a highly entertaining adventure in wonderfully melancholic world and a surprisingly well founded story, thankfully clean of Sonic’s annoying 3rd tier friends!