Sonic Frontiers

 PlayStation 5
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8.2

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  1. Mahareshi
    Nov 15, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You've either been successfully gaslit by Sega, or you haven't. This game isn't that good.… Expand
  2. Gardenjam
    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. ab97
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Please keep in this direction, this was an awesome game and the story was excellent
  4. Angeezer
    Nov 15, 2022
    0
    El mejor perro juego que existe en el mundo, si le pones menos de 8 eres un ardido, no leo lloros.
    El verdadero GOTY
  5. Swaggin
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Honestly a really great direction to start taking the franchise. Some rough edges, but I really enjoyed it.
  6. jeffgameplay20
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    A este juego le faltan bastantes cosas de pulir por ejemplo el combate de Sonic debe pulirse ya que los combos son bastante pochos si bien es entretenido combatir se puede mejorar y el Poping debería disimularse mejor dicho esto el juego a pesar de tener sus problemas que los tiene es un juego aceptable entretenido y divertido y es de los mejores sonic que eh jugado nunca espero que segaA este juego le faltan bastantes cosas de pulir por ejemplo el combate de Sonic debe pulirse ya que los combos son bastante pochos si bien es entretenido combatir se puede mejorar y el Poping debería disimularse mejor dicho esto el juego a pesar de tener sus problemas que los tiene es un juego aceptable entretenido y divertido y es de los mejores sonic que eh jugado nunca espero que sega no se cage por las criticas que algunos críticos están haciendo (el puto critico que le pone un 2 a un juego de 7,8) ya que la formula de Sonic open zone tiene mucho potencial… Expand
  7. max991
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Last good sonic game was Mania 5 years ago and it was 2D, last good 3D sonic game was Generations in 2011, this game has defined a new era for Sonic and I am all here for it, it's a big step into the right direction, plot and writing has definitely improved since the last sonic games a lot, soundtrack as good as ever, gameplay been really fun, no complaints at all.… Expand
  8. AmazSpiderMan
    Nov 10, 2022
    9
    After 28 hours into sonic frontiers I can officially say I had a good and fun time with the game sure there might be Some jank here and there with some things but if you use it to your advantage the game gets interesting. Since I played on hard mode some of the enemies were kind of easy but later on during the game they got harder and I can appreciate that I keep dying left and right atAfter 28 hours into sonic frontiers I can officially say I had a good and fun time with the game sure there might be Some jank here and there with some things but if you use it to your advantage the game gets interesting. Since I played on hard mode some of the enemies were kind of easy but later on during the game they got harder and I can appreciate that I keep dying left and right at the last island.… Expand
  9. Rosalora
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Absolutely beautiful, amazing soundtrack, controla are very cool and smooth. a step in the right direction in the sonic franchise, Absolutely loved the game
  10. Avacado
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers is very great game. I love it! One of the best titles in the series.
  11. San1117
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Loved the boss fights and especially the osts but the final boss was lacking in many many ways. The overall gameplay was alright but the physics tilted me sometimes. All in all tho it was a nice experience
  12. NoviTwirl
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Game is a pretty good 8 out of ten i found it a lotta fun and have a ton of respect for the devs for taking risks, that being said I hate review bombs and would like if dunkey didnt ask his fans to bombard videogames because he didn't like them
  13. BlueyTheGoop
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Was really fun and one if if not the best sonic game of all time. Recommend to play on speed mode.
  14. JinSime
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Overall an amazing game. I love the freedom the game gives you, as you can progress by many different ways according to your favorite playstyle. Story is ok, but the game is really fun, with so much to explore. Amazing OST, gives Sonic Adventure feelings. I'm so glad with the game. They're going into the right direction
  15. bocles
    Nov 14, 2022
    2
    It just felt so dead, it fun to blitz around but the combat is boring. The dialogue was cringe like past sonic games, sonics personality felt off and the pacing was all over the place. I dont get why its getting so much praise.
  16. MooningManz
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Just generally very unpolished and unfinished in a lot of ways, needed more time. Open zone is okay, I respect it a lot for trying something new but they don't go far enough with it at all, combat in it is not fun. With all that being said I would be lying if I said I didn't have some fun with this game, its an interesting foundation and one that I hope is built and improved upon.PoorlyJust generally very unpolished and unfinished in a lot of ways, needed more time. Open zone is okay, I respect it a lot for trying something new but they don't go far enough with it at all, combat in it is not fun. With all that being said I would be lying if I said I didn't have some fun with this game, its an interesting foundation and one that I hope is built and improved upon.Poorly designed in a great number of aspects, can be very janky, cyberspace levels suck and make forces' levels look great, pretty buggy (I've had 3 crashes so far among other bugs).… Expand
  17. Toska123
    Nov 14, 2022
    1
    Good try Sega, but still not great. This is a game about Sonic the Hedgehog, it should be fast-paced intense action-platforming, which should be incredibly easy to implement into a video game. And yet, you somehow make it boring as heck.
  18. Lilman227
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    First time since Generations that I’ve gotten to enjoy a Sonic game. There are some unfinished parts, but I have to applaud the team for this one. SEGA doesn’t give them enough time or resources, so the fans are always supportive of any good progress!
  19. Smiminal
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    If there was a game that deserved two very different scores, it's Sonic Frontiers.
    For an average joe, Frontiers might seem like it has nothing special to offer other than lots of solid and fun gameplay. Some people have also compared Frontiers to other open world games when it's not even that. The Starfall Islands seem more like Super Mario Odyssey levels rather than a full open world,    If there was a game that deserved two very different scores, it's Sonic Frontiers.
    For an average joe, Frontiers might seem like it has nothing special to offer other than lots of solid and fun gameplay. Some people have also compared Frontiers to other open world games when it's not even that. The Starfall Islands seem more like Super Mario Odyssey levels rather than a full open world, with a lot of little objectives to do like gather Memory Medals for basic progression, finding Cyberspace levels, and fighting Guardians and other enemies. So, for the average Joe, this is a solid 7/10.
    However, as a Sonic fan, Frontiers is on a league of its own. Sonic Team may have found what they were looking for all along with Frontiers, their identity. Right now, Frontiers is one of the best Sonic games out there, surpassing the likes of Adventure 2, Mania, and Unleashed. Open Zone is a very interesting concept and Sonic Team can perfect it with more practice. The music is amazing as always. You feel in control of Sonic more than ever in Frontiers since you feel like everything that happened was your fault. Sadly, the Cyberspace levels are lacking in visual diversity but the real meat and potatoes of Frontiers is its Open Zone islands, huge open areas full of enemies to defeat and stuff to collect. Ian Flynn, from late Archie Comics and IDW Sonic, also wrote the story of Frontiers and now the characters seem more like their "before Colors" selves, and I hope SEGA keeps Flynn for the next installments as his Sonic writing is superb. The future of the Sonic franchise seems brighter than ever before thanks to Sonic Team's ambition and I can't wait to see what they have in store for the next Sonic game.
    As a Sonic fan, this game is a 9/10.
    Overall, Sonic Frontiers gets an 8/10.    … Expand
  20. Umbugu
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This game is the most fun I have had playing all year. It's not perfect the physics in cyberspace still suck. But running around the open world is so enjoyable would highly recommend. The story has throwbacks to sonic adventure so it's well worth playing if you were a fan of that game. Don't listen to the critics dissing the game pick it up and have fun.
  21. SonicFanatic67
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    I absolutely adore this game to bits! Without a doubt, it is my favorite Sonic game of all time, and honestly one of my favorite video games in general. This is the most fun I've had with a video game in a long time, and I genuinely stand by that statement. This game, at least for me, really does a good job at sucking you in and making you want to play for just hours on end. I haven'tI absolutely adore this game to bits! Without a doubt, it is my favorite Sonic game of all time, and honestly one of my favorite video games in general. This is the most fun I've had with a video game in a long time, and I genuinely stand by that statement. This game, at least for me, really does a good job at sucking you in and making you want to play for just hours on end. I haven't played a game in a long time that's made me feel this way, and it is quite refreshing. Running around freely in a big open world is something I've always wanted to see in a Sonic game, and this game certainly delivers it very well! Sonic controls the best he has in a long time. He's much easier to maneuver, you can finally turn on a dime again, and the movement overall just feels much more fluid. The new combat system while simple is also a blast to play around with, and you can actually do some pretty flashy tricks and attacks while battling. The control overall does take a bit of time to get used to the first time around, so don't be dissuaded if you aren't getting the hang of things right out of the gate. Once you do, it's really addicting. The game is built to allow you to experiment with Sonic's moveset and find new ways to explore the Islands through stuff like the boost (obviously), Drop Dash, and other ways of covering ground more quickly. It's not perfect by any means, and there are things about the game that definitely could've been done better or at the least differently. Without going into spoilers, the true ending kind of is just a bit disappointing, and of course there are some technical issues like the pop in and whatnot (not really a whole lot of bugs though, from what I came across). But in all honesty, that's okay! Let's be real, no game is perfect, and as long as the game is still fun, that should be what matters the most. And if there is one thing that this game certainly is, it's pure fun from start to finish. If you like Sonic or are interested in trying a new Sonic game, I highly recommend Sonic Frontiers. It's a great time and I really think you'll have a ball with it once you start playing and getting the hang of things. And if you want my advice, take the time to really explore your surroundings because it just really enhances the experience. Overall, I'm giving it a 9/10.… Expand
  22. RaMpEdUp
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Got the switch version. Best sonic game since generations. Also, Dunkey Fans are pathetic
  23. AnOddOne
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best in the series since SA2. Has it all. Solid gameplay loop. Healthy amount of content. A great and fan service filled story for sonic fans and ofcourse great music. A new height for the series.… Expand
  24. UtopianEmblem
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Honestly, I adored everything about this game. From the Open Zone, to the Cyberspace Stages, to the incredible Soundtrack, Sonic Frontiers knocks it out of the park. The speed feels amazing, and with the ability to adjust different aspects, you can go for that extremely high precision from older 3D titles like Sonic Adventure 2, and Day Stages in Sonic Unleashed, or go for a more slow, andHonestly, I adored everything about this game. From the Open Zone, to the Cyberspace Stages, to the incredible Soundtrack, Sonic Frontiers knocks it out of the park. The speed feels amazing, and with the ability to adjust different aspects, you can go for that extremely high precision from older 3D titles like Sonic Adventure 2, and Day Stages in Sonic Unleashed, or go for a more slow, and methodical style, similar to Night Stages in Sonic Unleashed, or Shadow's style of combat in Sonic the Hedgehog (2006), or even something in between. Each option is extremely smooth and tight, just done at different speeds The soundtrack is one of the greatest I've ever heard, especially in the current landscape of more cinematic OSTs, and Orchestral tracks, the hard Mid-2000s rock brings a breath of fresh air, and an adrenaline rush like no other. Tracks like "Undefeatable", "Break Through it All", and "One Way Dream" are sure to make Sonic fans think about the days where Crush 40 was making Sonic OSTs some of the most iconic in gaming. Without getting into spoilers for the main story, the story itself is amazing, down to the more mature voice acting, to the world building, and even some simple character interactions. The boss fights are also a treat to behold. Each one is accompanied by this adrenaline pumping track, and the sheer amount of power you feel in each fight is enough to put final boss fights from not only other Sonic games, but many other games in general to shame. I played Frontiers in the Nintendo Switch system, and found very few instances of glitches, or structures popping in that aren't also present in some of the massive AAA games of the modern day. My only complaint at the moment with the game is how you cannot re-fight bosses after already beating them, but I am more than willing to replay through the game just to re-experience those fights. Overall, I would recommend this game to anyone who is even remotely curious, or even if you aren't. I have adored every second of this game, and I am willing to bet you will too.… Expand
  25. Aleudreamer
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    "Careful"? Where's the fun in that? I think Sonic Frontiers NEED a improvement in some aspects but in general It's a great game. It's the first step to a BETTER future for Sonic the hedgehog.
  26. Zath
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Haven't felt like this playing a Sonic game since Sonic Adventure 2 Battle!
  27. KenzoJazz
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Pleasantly surprised with this installment in the series. While there was not as many characters featured in this game, the ones that were present were presented much better than other recent games in the franchise. The gameplay is in the step towards the right direction. While it does feel like the last two areas don't feel as strong as the starting two, I do want to see more in thisPleasantly surprised with this installment in the series. While there was not as many characters featured in this game, the ones that were present were presented much better than other recent games in the franchise. The gameplay is in the step towards the right direction. While it does feel like the last two areas don't feel as strong as the starting two, I do want to see more in this style in a more fleshed out world.… Expand
  28. sirkeuro
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Clunky and boring, uninspired level design, corny writing. Open world aspect is implemented very lazily. Nothing worth it.
  29. santaclaws123
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Just doing my part stoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooge
  30. phatii
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    amazing game, very fun! despite the hate it gets it is surprisingly fun to play overall, would recommend
  31. Powerslave_45
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    If you're a sonic fan this game is absolutely fantastic. I had so much fun platforming, gaining tokens, and doing "some" of the cyber space levels. The only problems I really had with this game was the pop-in, and other than that, it's a pretty good game. I'd give it another run through.
  32. Parsea
    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
  33. EmeraldMXT
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Sonic Frontiers is one of if not the best Sonic game of all time. To say it is the best however is not to imply it is perfect. There are definitely some wrinkles to iron out, bugs to squash, etc, but if the next game can keep what works and fix what doesn't, you have a setup for an amazing game.
  34. CPVibe
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    While it may not be perfect, this is one of the best 3d sonic game since unleashed or generations in my opinion.

    The open zone is fun, the combat is engaging but can be sometimes frustrating, and the story was great! And I forgot to mention that the Super Sonic boss fights are unlike any other and they're epic! Though I wish they could've fixed the pop in or maybe the collision, which    While it may not be perfect, this is one of the best 3d sonic game since unleashed or generations in my opinion.

    The open zone is fun, the combat is engaging but can be sometimes frustrating, and the story was great!

    And I forgot to mention that the Super Sonic boss fights are unlike any other and they're epic!

    Though I wish they could've fixed the pop in or maybe the collision, which sometimes it messes up.

    But overall, this is a great foundation for the future of Sonic games.    … Expand
  35. smbzuka76
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. best sonic game i have ever played so far i really enjoyed everything the game has to offer to cyberspace and the open world zone my favorite part was the bosses on each island and the music slaps hard this earns game of the year… Expand
  36. triggeredsenpai
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    THIS GAME **** BLOWS!!!!!!!

    - a **** ton of pop-ins - Awkward limited movement - ****ty voice acting - ****ty enemy designs - ****ty level designs - empty ass world - game is a "Complete Your Chore List" type of game - the combat can be boiled down to pressing the Square Button 50x's - game is boring asf Game is not a step in the right direction. Game feels more like a    THIS GAME **** BLOWS!!!!!!!

    - a **** ton of pop-ins
    - Awkward limited movement
    - ****ty voice acting
    - ****ty enemy designs
    - ****ty level designs
    - empty ass world
    - game is a "Complete Your Chore List" type of game
    - the combat can be boiled down to pressing the Square Button 50x's
    - game is boring asf

    Game is not a step in the right direction. Game feels more like a Beta-Testing Game than a actually complete game.    … Expand
  37. Revolvius
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    I just love this game man :) I can feel it being the start of a new age of Sonic and I'm all here for it!
  38. MarcoYolo21
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All I will say it’s a very fantastic and great game for any fan or non fan of Sonic to try out and enjoy. Well Done sega….just hated the ending boss fight and world..… Expand
  39. chokinbunny
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The most fun I've had with a Sonic game since Adventure 2. I'd give it a 9 but the fun factor and the music outweigh the pop in issues. Which were my only problem with the game. Include the no cringey voice acting for the first time in almost 20 years and this is an absolute winner.
  40. dccool4186
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Awesome so far, already on the 2nd island! Definitely one of the most fun Sonic games, feels pretty similar to the comics world.
  41. Fatal_Baguette
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    While not perfect this is a solid game that is a step in the right direction. Story is pretty solid but the presentation of it is lacking and leaves more to be desired. Sonic feels the best he's ever been, and in my opinion he controls leagues better than Adventure 1 and 2. Combat is basic but entertaining, the moment where the combat really shines is with the Titan fights. And while I'mWhile not perfect this is a solid game that is a step in the right direction. Story is pretty solid but the presentation of it is lacking and leaves more to be desired. Sonic feels the best he's ever been, and in my opinion he controls leagues better than Adventure 1 and 2. Combat is basic but entertaining, the moment where the combat really shines is with the Titan fights. And while I'm on those, the titan fights are the new standard for Sonic boss fights, they are epic with some of the best boss music a Sonic game has ever had. Really hope Sonic Team and Sega takes what worked with Frontiers and rolls with it, cause if they do then Sonic has a bright future ahead of it.… Expand
  42. alex_d_hedgehog
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The game clearly surpasses all previous 3D Sonic games. Not only it gives you everything great about the old games- like the sense of high speed action, great gameplay, banger music & story, but also adds SOO much more new stuff that totally works like magic. The new combat system, great enemy variety of enemies, titan boss fights & the open world stuff gives Sonic a totally new flavor.The game clearly surpasses all previous 3D Sonic games. Not only it gives you everything great about the old games- like the sense of high speed action, great gameplay, banger music & story, but also adds SOO much more new stuff that totally works like magic. The new combat system, great enemy variety of enemies, titan boss fights & the open world stuff gives Sonic a totally new flavor. This could be a brand new turning way of Sonic style for the future games & I'm really curious how SEGA is going to improve it even more & add even more new stuff in it.… Expand
  43. JCgamer18
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This is one of the best sonic games in a while. The open world benefits sonic and his speed and i love exploring the islands and every level you beat you build up the island making it easier to traverse the isle. the story was fantastic never overstays its welcome and really felt like a love letter to the frachise as a whole talking about different games to tv shows to even minor media andThis is one of the best sonic games in a while. The open world benefits sonic and his speed and i love exploring the islands and every level you beat you build up the island making it easier to traverse the isle. the story was fantastic never overstays its welcome and really felt like a love letter to the frachise as a whole talking about different games to tv shows to even minor media and I loved this game because it was sonic running at the speed at sound and i had a great time.

    there is pop in and some weird physics but it just added to the fun especially the weirdness of the world.

    overall story, gameplay and everything about it was great. its no masterpiece but what it has is fun and i cant help but love this open zone sonic game that has a great story and was just a great love letter to the community and the series as a whole.    … Expand
  44. TheFrontier
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers feels like the second-coming of Sonic Unleashed in a lot of ways. It might not be the most well-crafted game, but in the end, it’s a ton of fun, and that’s what matters most in a video game.
  45. Ultraboy
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    I have been a sonic fan for 20 years. This game rules. I want more of this from Sonic Team in the future pleeeeease
  46. NightClaw_
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    The game is a fresh new take on sonic the games map is stunning the controls and physics can break every now and then but the game is overall positive!
  47. SecretDonkeyFan
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    (serious review) On behalf of all sonic fans, this game disappointing. It's just not a fun game. You should not have fun with this game. It's buggy, jumpy, you jump around a lot. It's that type of game, if you enjoy that type of game then buy this game.
  48. SyrManiac
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    It's almost the ultimate Sonic title. The controls need some work such as jumping. Cyber Space stages could have been more original, and more variety. Open Zone genuinely does feel empty at points. There isn't much to do outside of the story, cyber space, big fishing, and fighting. It may sound like a good amount of things to do, but it starts becoming a routine quickly, and even in postIt's almost the ultimate Sonic title. The controls need some work such as jumping. Cyber Space stages could have been more original, and more variety. Open Zone genuinely does feel empty at points. There isn't much to do outside of the story, cyber space, big fishing, and fighting. It may sound like a good amount of things to do, but it starts becoming a routine quickly, and even in post game its not much.… Expand
  49. SANCT1TY
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    Pros -
    Music, Story, Character interactions, 3 great boss fights, Big Fishing, and world building
    Cons - No enemy variety, a lack of enemies, only enemies of the same type spawn with each other so no variety in battle, a lackluster final battle, a lackluster skill tree, and the game needs some polish Overall, this is the biggest step in the right direction for Sega and I'm happy    Pros -
    Music, Story, Character interactions, 3 great boss fights, Big Fishing, and world building
    Cons -
    No enemy variety, a lack of enemies, only enemies of the same type spawn with each other so no variety in battle, a lackluster final battle, a lackluster skill tree, and the game needs some polish

    Overall, this is the biggest step in the right direction for Sega and I'm happy they're gonna make games like frontiers.    … Expand
  50. BestestOpinion
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    A massive improvement on past sonic games. Sonic moves great here and the visuals are fantastic. Was an interesting story as well.
  51. 20Dollars
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    If you are one of us (a member of the Sonic community that has been waiting for something new and good and has been suffering for the past 5 years), then this is the game for you. Sonic Frontiers is an amazing game, which mixes the open world with classic Sonic platforming, truly a really good game with an amazing story
  52. Hornet43
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    I have to say I was not originally hopeful when the initial gameplay trailer dropped by IGN back in the day. However after beating the game on hard mode I actually had a great time! The music was absolutely bangin, and the open world was pretty fun. Definitely looking forward to whatever SEGA makes next for the blue blur.
  53. Spartan61
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Writing this with 12 hours of game time, just starting the 3rd open zone.
    As a Sonic fan I really like this game. The open world "levels/zones" are huge, with a lot to do from platforming to puzzles. I feel like the size of them really lets you go full speed and have fun while doing it. The random enemy spawns are fun, not too annoying or overwhelming. There is enough variety in the    Writing this with 12 hours of game time, just starting the 3rd open zone.
    As a Sonic fan I really like this game. The open world "levels/zones" are huge, with a lot to do from platforming to puzzles. I feel like the size of them really lets you go full speed and have fun while doing it. The random enemy spawns are fun, not too annoying or overwhelming. There is enough variety in the open zones to keep me interested, especially going for 100% on each. I find myself just blasting away an hour or so just running around.
    The stages themselves are also pretty great. They're not too long and give enough of a challenge to be fun without being too frustrating. There are similar places like Green Hill and Chemical Plant, among others and they vary from 3rd person to side-scrolling. They are scattered through the open zones, and need special Gears to be unlocked, but those are easy enough to get.
    The boss battles, the big titans, are also quite fun. You get to be super sonic, which is fun and the music is honestly phenomenal. The battles give a little challenge, but nothing too crazy.
    Story? Well it's a Sonic title, so it's kinda wild with a bit of heartstring tugging. The voices are great too.
    The soundtrack is amazing. Every song rocks from chill melancholy, to heavy metal rock. It deserves an award.
    And, there is a fishing minigame. Different spots for each open zone - find the portal, go there, and fish with Big the Cat. It's super easy and not really challenging, but still fairly fun as you always get something. Everything caught leads to items and currency to upgrade Sonic.
    Upgrading Sonic is fairly simple, picking up seeds and little creatures to turn in with elder Koko. you can level up Sonic's attack, defense, speed, and ring capacity. You can also unlock new moves for Sonic's combos. Those get unlocked pretty quickly, which I don't hate because it means you get to use his full range of attacks for most of the game.
    OVERALL I think it's a great game that is reminiscent of the Adventure series, with bits of Generations and Forces mixed in. People that say the game is repetitive..I'm assuming have never played a Sonic game, let alone a video game in general. Every game feels repetitive after a while from COD to God of War.

    I would give it a 10 if you could play as other characters.    … Expand
  54. LockDownMark
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game is definitely worth the wait, the game has flaws and it isn’t the perfect game but we can agree that the combat, gameplay and story was the best thing about the game.
  55. Murdi
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Desideravo da quando ho 6 anni questo gioco, quando ero piccolo mi innamorai della saga grazie a Sonic Advance per Gameboy sp e Sonic Heroes per la prima Xbox, la critica non ci ha mai capito nulla, Sonic è il gioco più figo e più divertente al mondo
  56. YT_NANI
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    so...sonic frontiers..right? I've been in love with sonic games since I was a child...THIS GAME IS LIKE A DREAM CAME TRUE TO ME.
  57. Pdot
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    best game 10/10 dnkey is a retard all of his critics are literal skill issue he should just stop being among
  58. xbitmap
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Really enjoyed the game, massive step up from the past few games in my opinion! Excited to see where it goes from here
  59. Bigote
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers is a great game, I can't understand how they can't like it, besides it has a tremendous ost and it has titans, what else do you want? It's good
  60. PepeMax
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Sonic team is back, since Sonic adventure I have not seen so much love dedicated to a Sonic game, if Sonic Team continues on this path only good things await us the truth and if they polish the mistakes made here, even so if you are a Sonic fan I recommend it 100%.
  61. Darstrok
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Everything about this game is great. Of course it has it's issues as we already know like pop-in or reused cyberspace themes, but the truth is, even with all that this game manages to be one of the best in the franchise. The story is adventure-level with great dialogue and cut-scenes, the animation had a big upgrade from last entries, with the only complain being that sonic 's eyebrows areEverything about this game is great. Of course it has it's issues as we already know like pop-in or reused cyberspace themes, but the truth is, even with all that this game manages to be one of the best in the franchise. The story is adventure-level with great dialogue and cut-scenes, the animation had a big upgrade from last entries, with the only complain being that sonic 's eyebrows are still mostly unused, the movement and combat is the best the franchise has ever had, and don't even make me get into the OST. Can't wait to see what's coming next for this franchise.… Expand
  62. TitanJojo
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Such an amazing game. Don't really know how to express my love for it, but I will try my best. Story is interesting, liked the lore bits sprinkled throughout. Characters are more expressive and the dynamics between Sonic and the others were charming, and funny. Gameplay and Combat is fun and engaging. But my absolute favorite aspect about Sonic Frontiers is the **** SOUNDTRACK. EspeciallySuch an amazing game. Don't really know how to express my love for it, but I will try my best. Story is interesting, liked the lore bits sprinkled throughout. Characters are more expressive and the dynamics between Sonic and the others were charming, and funny. Gameplay and Combat is fun and engaging. But my absolute favorite aspect about Sonic Frontiers is the **** SOUNDTRACK. Especially during the boss fights whereas it really shines. I want to listen to it on repeat. Man please just get this game I promise you its worth it.… Expand
  63. Niaschim
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This game goes back to the Adventure formula borrowing all that SEGA has learned over the years to create a wonderful high speed romp through a cute story as the coolest baddest fastest hedgehog on the planet. It's hopefully a precursor for much greater things to come out of the franchise and introduces loveable and hateable new characters in in its story of epic proportions. This is aThis game goes back to the Adventure formula borrowing all that SEGA has learned over the years to create a wonderful high speed romp through a cute story as the coolest baddest fastest hedgehog on the planet. It's hopefully a precursor for much greater things to come out of the franchise and introduces loveable and hateable new characters in in its story of epic proportions. This is a good sign for things to come, Sonic feels smooth to play as, the bosses are epic, and while a seasoned sonic fan will beat it in a short amount of time- it is definitely worth a play, so don't skip this masterpiece of epic sonic wonderment.… Expand
  64. Tony_741021
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Had a great time! Running around and solving puzzles was fun, boss fights were epic, music was varied and amazing, cyber space levels were a nice bonus, pretty much all I could ask for. Certainly not perfect, but a major step up from the previous recent entries. Lots of fun, especially if you're a fan of Sonic and the series' history with plenty of nods
  65. Shreanos
    Nov 14, 2022
    1
    Lackluster story, Gameplay gets boring very quickly, looks like a bunch of assets put on a default open world map, Sonic sounds like **** upgrades feel meaningless, they blatantly take level design from former games, the game is just **** The innovation isn't there, the passion isn't there, the game is desperately trying to grab fans and bring them back in which it succeeds at. But justLackluster story, Gameplay gets boring very quickly, looks like a bunch of assets put on a default open world map, Sonic sounds like **** upgrades feel meaningless, they blatantly take level design from former games, the game is just **** The innovation isn't there, the passion isn't there, the game is desperately trying to grab fans and bring them back in which it succeeds at. But just because its build such a large fanbase to defend it doesn't make it good. I think its lazy and overpriced and rated way too highly by many. Sonic really needs to go back to the Adventure days rather than copying Breath Of The Wild.… Expand
  66. Sfex3champion
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Did not expect to have as much fun as I have been on a Sonic game. Exceptional game from start to finish Ignore the critics they have no clue on what a game is supposed to be.

    Fast fluid and fun the open world is like a skate ring with endless loops and puzzles with mini rewards. The actual levels are a throwback to the classic sonic game short and sweet with exceptional soundtrack too.    Did not expect to have as much fun as I have been on a Sonic game. Exceptional game from start to finish Ignore the critics they have no clue on what a game is supposed to be.

    Fast fluid and fun the open world is like a skate ring with endless loops and puzzles with mini rewards. The actual levels are a throwback to the classic sonic game short and sweet with exceptional soundtrack too.

    I loved this game a little too much thank you for putting a smile to my face Sega. This is my game of the year for sure.    … Expand
  67. jpmcoelho2002
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    From the outstanding music to the somewhat buggy, but fun gameplay, Sonic Frontiers marks a new era with real character development, a non-linear, open zone approach and countless new content for the player to discover.

    ---Graphics--- 6/10 In my opinion, the graphics didn't feel as next-gen as I've thought. However, the day-night cycle, as well as the dynamic wheather clearly fits the    From the outstanding music to the somewhat buggy, but fun gameplay, Sonic Frontiers marks a new era with real character development, a non-linear, open zone approach and countless new content for the player to discover.

    ---Graphics--- 6/10
    In my opinion, the graphics didn't feel as next-gen as I've thought. However, the day-night cycle, as well as the dynamic wheather clearly fits the game tone. A problem that many users might be concerned about is the constant loading of objects to interact while playing. I personally didn't notice that much.

    ---Gameplay---(7/10)
    The gameplay may be divided in two separate sections: Open-Zone and Cyberspace. While the open-zone gameplay might be the one considered more buggy at first thought, it was definitely more enjoyable, as you literally feel in Sonic's shoes thanks to the speed and freedom provided. Also, almost every character's physics can be tweaked in the options menu. Cyberspace was definently the less enjoyable one for me. Sonic's physics can't be tweaked here, so you are obligated to adapt to this set of acts. Thinking about open zone again, you can interact with a ton of new objects, but the objectives on each island could be perceived as repetitive and, personally, I agree to some extent. The first island has some areas that feel unfinished, and the developers could have spent more time improving this aspect.

    ---Story---(9/10)
    In the last ten years, Sonic's stories felt somewhat simple, trying to bring fun in scenes that definently were not supposed to. From cheesy lines to blank characters, Sonic and his friends felt dumb and empty to the player. Nowadays, Sonic Frontiers brings a whole new character development to each person in the game, including the villain. A lot of past adventures are brought back, and not ignored like they were with the previous writers. The game passes an aura of mystery, and it clearly transmits that to the player. Also, the whole Sonic's character adopts the good old attitude that really defined him from the 90's to the 2000's.

    ---Soundtrack---(10/10)
    Oh, where do I begin with? Sonic Frontiers music clearly fit the tone they wanted to send to the player. From the mysterious Open-Zone to the frenetic Cyberspace, or even the glorious vocal tracks used in boss fights, every note feels right. Even the sounds used in cutscenes enhances the whole scenario with ease.

    Overall, if you feel insecure about buying the game, there is nothing to worry about! I definently recommend you to grab it and give it a shot!    … Expand
  68. Conq_
    Nov 14, 2022
    6
    This game is a major breakthrough for the Sonic franchise and I have very high hopes for where this will go from here. However, this game is not a 10, or a 9, or an 8, or even a 7/10 and giving a 6/10 could be seen as somewhat generous, even coming from the perspective of someone who has been waiting for a Sonic game of this quality for a long time. There are a variety of issues with thisThis game is a major breakthrough for the Sonic franchise and I have very high hopes for where this will go from here. However, this game is not a 10, or a 9, or an 8, or even a 7/10 and giving a 6/10 could be seen as somewhat generous, even coming from the perspective of someone who has been waiting for a Sonic game of this quality for a long time. There are a variety of issues with this game, such as many game-breaking bugs and the worst pop-in I've ever seen in a video game, the combat is not very good, the locations are functionally the same, etc. However, this is still a huge stepping stone for this franchise and is finally a Sonic game that leans more towards good, but on its own as just a video game this is nothing special.… Expand
  69. SFproductions
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Damn this game is pretty **** rad yo. them super Sonic fights almost made me fail NNN ong
  70. Johncopi89
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Un juego que habré muchas posibilidades lo mejor de lo mejor, Sonic es un videojuego que se aprecia se juega con diversión.
  71. ZeromusPrime
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    We finally have a good sonic game but because of people like Dunkey **** opinions and mindless fanbases we'll probably never get another one again.

    Dunkey and his fanbase of 10 years olds can go screw themselves.
  72. FoolsGold
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sonic Frontiers is the step in the right direction the fans have been waiting for. I distinctly recall being worried about the quality of the game when the first few videos were released, but when I finally saw the game for what it was, it was like a breath of fresh air. Though the game appears unpolished in some places, this is a fun game overall and worth playing if you get the opportunity.

    Once again, the OST never misses. The music is great and I’ve caught myself listening to songs on repeat. The Titan fights gave me flashbacks to certain other Sonic games that played songs with lyrics over their bosses. But, somehow, they’re better!

    The character writing is so nice! In the past, there has been an issue with certain character traits being comically exaggerated. It was great being able to enjoy character dynamics and be truly invested again. I even caught myself laughing at Sonic’s lines! I could see personalities behind everyone and it was a wonderful feeling. Sonic’s relationships with Amy, Knuckles, and Tails felt far more real, too, and so did Sage’s development and Eggman’s relationship with her. I’d call this the strongest point of the game.

    The continuity is great, too. I loved hearing characters wonder what their friends are up to or remark how something reminds them of this other thing. It helps me to remember that these characters have a long history together and, again, makes them feel more real. The slightly deeper voices and the goals they express for their futures also help with this maturity aspect. They’ve been adventuring for so long, it’s great to see them maturing and opening up possibilities for solo games.

    The setting is pretty! I wish some of the platforming was integrated into the landscape, though, and not just floating. Sometimes the random rails and platforms looked strange in the air. The different biomes on each island were cool, though. The lore of the islands was fascinating and came with some interesting implications for Chaos and the Chao. I’m glad we got to expand upon the Chaos Emeralds.

    The controls are tight but the physics have issues sometimes. The skill tree was a very cool idea.

    Unfortunately, my biggest issue was with the final boss and the following ending. I loved the idea of a Lovecraftian horror that takes out civilizations for reasons mortals cannot comprehend, and the idea of The End manipulating Sonic from the beginning was fantastic. I have played other games that have used the same concept and made it compelling and it’s one of my favorite story tropes. However, the fight was underwhelming. I like shooting minigames, but how is that what the player has to do after those fights with the Titans? Especially after making a whole skill tree for Sonic? The fact that The End is just a purple moon also bothers me after the great designs for the Titans. The End feels like the weakest point of the game to me.

    Sage fighting with Super Sonic against The End in space and sacrificing herself for the greater good felt like a great homage to SA2. I may or may not have shed a tear, there are no witnesses to confirm nor deny that allegation. However, Sonic and his friends just flying off at the end without talking about it seemed jarring. We’re not going to acknowledge that Sonic was tricked by a god? Or that Sage just seemingly died? How is everyone okay just flying off into the sunset?

    Most importantly, this game is fun. Despite certain slip-ups, Sonic Frontiers is a good time to be had. Overall, a solid 9/10 in my book. Easily could have been a 10/10 had some further polish been applied. My final question is this: Chao Garden when?    … Expand
  73. The_God_of_Boi
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    This sonic game has somewhat good graphics but it's not always about graphics that can carry a game. It's about everything else from story, to voice acting, to gameplay, to bugs, etc. This game is buggy and poorly designed to the point I have already crashed 4 times in the past 45 minutes. I thought I was playing Sonic Frontiers, a game from 2022. Not Fallout: New Vegas, a game from 2012This sonic game has somewhat good graphics but it's not always about graphics that can carry a game. It's about everything else from story, to voice acting, to gameplay, to bugs, etc. This game is buggy and poorly designed to the point I have already crashed 4 times in the past 45 minutes. I thought I was playing Sonic Frontiers, a game from 2022. Not Fallout: New Vegas, a game from 2012 with all the crashing. Heck, even Cyberpunk 2077 crashed less for me when it was first released and that's saying something. The game needs fixing in performance before I can even give it a good review. If anything, the last good Sonic game was Sonic Mania and the only saving grace for this franchise isn't even a video game. It's their movies and their newest movie comes out in 2024 which they should delay since Avatar 3 could make this new Sonic movie flop.… Expand
  74. Kuroshi67
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Do not believe in reviews of such bad notes in Metascores. Some of them are very liars and these notes do not match the real quality of the title. The music is great, the game's story alone is the highest point of the game, bringing everything we like in a Sonic game. But of course the game has its flaws, some objects do not match with the scenarios, graphical bugs and much more. TheDo not believe in reviews of such bad notes in Metascores. Some of them are very liars and these notes do not match the real quality of the title. The music is great, the game's story alone is the highest point of the game, bringing everything we like in a Sonic game. But of course the game has its flaws, some objects do not match with the scenarios, graphical bugs and much more. The tip is: See gameplays before buying the game, or, read some reliable reviews. Great game. Congratulations Sega!… Expand
  75. Poefred
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Been a Sonic fan for decades, I'm usually the one defending the series from hoards of bad faith critique. I genuinely love most Sonic games and even the few I don't, most of the time I see some redeeming qualities. This though? I feel like I didn't even play the same game as everyone else. This is just them tripling down on everything people hated about stuff like Forces.

    It's just    Been a Sonic fan for decades, I'm usually the one defending the series from hoards of bad faith critique. I genuinely love most Sonic games and even the few I don't, most of the time I see some redeeming qualities. This though? I feel like I didn't even play the same game as everyone else. This is just them tripling down on everything people hated about stuff like Forces.

    It's just shallow level design and reused assets AGAIN. We really waited 5 years for them to put together like 15 green hill zone levels and a bunch of floating grind rails over a default unreal engine terrain. Being able to move in 360 degrees smoothly is cool but I'm not about to give this game points for taking one step towards being as fun to control as Sonic was almost 25 years ago. The movement is still extremely restrictive and does all it can to make player expression as downplayed as possible. And the levels are as basic as physically possible, to the point it doesn't even matter that the controls are decent. Walking down an empty hallway for 3 seconds is gonna be lame no matter how good or bad a game controls. Not to mention in the cyber space levels they gut your controls to be worse for some reason? Literally ripping level design from Generations made for you to drift around, and yet they removed the drift. Except for one level all about drifting ripped from Unleashed, where you have the slowest, most awkward drifting the series has ever seen made just for this stage.

    The level design in the "open zone" areas is comically bad. If they were isolated and presented in quite literally any other game they'd be laughed at as some of the most pitiful levels in platforming history. It's all just extremely binary worthless interactions. Homing attack when available, automatic grind rails, automatic wall running, dash pads EVERYWHERE pushing you through entire sections automatically. This game is so afraid of how bad people are at Sonic games they don't want to risk you failing a 5 second long platforming section by designing ANYTHING interesting. It's just 10-15 hours of constantly going through bite sized levels like this that all play the same.

    The combat is just button mashing with EXTREMELY light RPG mechanics. Animate a couple flashy special moves where sonic moves all over the place and people are tricked into thinking it's exciting. In reality fights are very scripted. The core gameplay mechanics can literally change on a per-enemy basis. Winning a fight means you followed the script, deviating from said script just pops up janky interactions at best. And that's for the actually "engaging" fights, a lot of them are very mindless. And for the RPG stuff, it's mostly tied to...fishing. The most bare bones fishing minigame the industry has ever seen, that has more in common with a gachapon machine than actual fishing. But yeah you just fish for like 10-20 minutes and your strength and defense levels will be higher than if you 100% the rest of the game otherwise. Tied together with a parry mechanic that asks you to hold the button and wait to be attacked, as there's no timing required.

    Which leads into the challenges. Stand here and parry something, you have 40 seconds to do this. Then a different one, parry that same thing but 3 times with a full minute to do so. Parry has no depth to it, you hold down the button and wait. This takes 5 seconds to do at most. This is how deep the game as a whole is, it's just worthless interactions. These insulting challenges were bad enough let alone seeing them copy pasted later in the game. The other challenges really aren't much better. At best we have one that resembles a minigame in club penguin that sonic boom also used. Theres some that have you go to a location. Sonic can run across the whole map in about a minute but hey, see if you can run 20 feet away in 90 seconds with no hazards in the way.

    The super sonic fights are lame. Just like the combat they try to make it seem exciting by throwing a visual mess on screen. But unlike past games where Super Sonic had unique mechanics, you're just doing the same attacks you were doing on grunt enemies. Meaning, the first boss is just holding parry until it attacks, then button mashing. The second is more of an auto scroller where you wait for it to get close enough then button mashing. I thought the third was alright as it had a moment where you have to actually aim an attack for once. The final boss had me speechless in a *I don't know if I can follow this series anymore* kind of way.

    The story is boring. I was hyped for Ian Flynn to write it but it seems like he was given nothing to work with. I appreciate that they're trying to tidy up the mess the previous writers left but otherwise it's so melodramatic and unfun. Sonic and Amy especially have very pretentiously modern sounding voice direction. Most cutscenes play out like stiff elder scrolls conversations in presentation.

    This game is at best, a unity asset flip.    … Expand
  76. LBPLevelBoy
    Nov 14, 2022
    7
    Sonic Frontiers is a good game and that is for sure. However there are a few issues that keep it from being a great game. A few of these issues are:

    * Pop in * A disappointing ending * The reuse of old level themes and level layouts for cyber space * The system for upgrading with the Elder Koco * The way none of your control settings carry over to the cyber space levels * And the lack of    Sonic Frontiers is a good game and that is for sure. However there are a few issues that keep it from being a great game. A few of these issues are:

    * Pop in
    * A disappointing ending * The reuse of old level themes and level layouts for cyber space
    * The system for upgrading with the Elder Koco
    * The way none of your control settings carry over to the cyber space levels
    * And the lack of momentum (more so how jumping or boosting kills your speed)

    I will say that there are many improvements in this game from the previous Sonic titles. Some notable improvements and cool things are:

    * The story (more so how each character feels so much more in character)
    * The art direction
    * The controls (which are very customizable and responsive)
    * The open zone (which is fun to explore and discovering new enemies is fun too)
    * The music
    *And the boss encounters! (The boss encounters have to be the coolest part of the game)

    I would recommend this game if you’re looking to get into sonic. They try many things with this title. Some things work well and some are maybe underwhelming. But the good mostly outweighs the bad I would say.

    If they update the game hopefully they fix some of the issues I mentioned. Some small quality of life changes could also be:

    * Option to remove super speed cutscene after 400 rings
    * Option to remove boost sound filter when boosting
    * Ability to replay end island boss encounters
    * Feature to leave 2D section when desired
    * Making the game detect you beat the final boss after beating it
    * and of course revamping the systems for upgrading your speed and ring capacity with the elder Koco

    As a Sonic fan it’s an 8 but overall as a videogame fan, with its issues I have to give Sonic Frontiers a 7.    … Expand
  77. mentalwind
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    I really enjoyed the open world aspect. the cyberspace levels were alright. really wish they had momentum. other than that, game is really good
  78. ElmoChete
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    For me Sonic Frontiers is the best way Sonic could start this new age in the Sonic franchise, It does everything in the right way in my opinion.

    First of all the story is very good, obviously it isn't a Final Fantasy type of history but is the type of story that you want to see in a Sonic game. It's more or less like Sonic Adventure story and even more interesting because Starfall    For me Sonic Frontiers is the best way Sonic could start this new age in the Sonic franchise, It does everything in the right way in my opinion.

    First of all the story is very good, obviously it isn't a Final Fantasy type of history but is the type of story that you want to see in a Sonic game. It's more or less like Sonic Adventure story and even more interesting because Starfall Islands have many mysteries to solve , the character development is great thanks to Ian Flynn and the story has a lot of lore and backstory of the Chaos Emerlads and other things. Another important point for me is that Sonic make reference to other games quite often so this games helps with the chronology and it helps to know what things are canon and what aren't whlie sometimes you'll be a little confused about that too, for example in some point there are references to Sticks implying that Sonic Boom is canon? In summary the story is pretty good and solid and the more you play, the more you want to know how the story developes.

    In terms of gameplay, Sonic responds really really good and is very fun just to run with Sonic across the islands because the movement and the speed are very well made. The exploration in the open zone is the most enjoyable thing to me because you are always doing something, searching for memory tokens to chat and know more about the other characters, fighting with guardians, solving puzzles, is like a giant playground of Sonic-style gamepelay and I really like that, is very fun to explore and run freely as Sonic. The combat is very fun, entertaining and frenetic, the combos are very sick visually and you feel very powerful but in the end the variety of enemies and its mechanics make a great combat and not a button masher. Also the boss battles as Super Sonic are incredibles, maybe too easy because of the amount of rings you have, but the camera, the boss design, the music, Super Sonic himself, the combination of all of the previously mentioned make all of the bosses excellent except for one, the final boss feels more like a minigame than a final battle, at least is fun to play and the music and dialogue make the battle quite epic. The Cyberspace levels are like the bonus stage for this game, is the place where you go with te purpose of getting the Chaos Emeralds and personally i found them very enjoyable like the rest of the tings in this game. There are a lot of Cyberspace levels per island and some have great level design while others have ok level design, some are very long levels meanwhile some last seconds, but in all of them the music is excellent (like in the rest of the game) and they are very replayable because you are going to need keys to get the Chaos Emerald and this keys are only available in Big's shop and in this Cyberspace levels where you need to complete some missions like achieve an S rank, collect all the Red Star Rings and more, every mission is a key and there are four missions per level so sometime you might repeat a level but only if you want, if you don't want to play these Cyberspace levels you can go fishing with Big the Cat. The fishing minigame is simple, when the fish bites the hook you will have to press the button at the right time to catch it. The more fish you catch the more coins you are going to have and this with coins you can buy thinks like missing kocos, Cyberspace keys, seeds to raise Sonic attack and defense and even Eggman voice-logs. The only problem I have with the fishing minigame is that if you spend a lot of time fishing you can go overpowered really quick so I recommend to not fish exceedingly.

    In conclusion, I think Sonic Frontiers is an excelent game whether you are fan of our favorite blue hedgehog or not. If I weren't a Sonic fan since my childhood my final score would be 8,6/10 but at a big Sonic fan, my final score is 9/10. The game can have its problems like some menus, the final battle and a bit of the fishing minigame, but definitely i recommend this game a lot, i never got bored during my game because the frenetic combat, the great open-zone, the wonderful music, the incredible boss battles, the story written by Ian Flynn and so much more. I think this is the perfect first step for a new era for Sonic the Hedgehog and i hope the quality of the new games keeps improving more and more.    … Expand
  79. RubyDB
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Sonic Frontiers is a lot of things, but the only consistent thing about it is how inconsistent it is. Buried under a flurry of glitches, the poor and sometimes unresponsive controls, the horribly drab story, and an artistic direction that hardly fits the series at all, is the faint *flicker* of a game that sounds good on paper, but in actual execution is just a mess.

    Sonic himself has    Sonic Frontiers is a lot of things, but the only consistent thing about it is how inconsistent it is. Buried under a flurry of glitches, the poor and sometimes unresponsive controls, the horribly drab story, and an artistic direction that hardly fits the series at all, is the faint *flicker* of a game that sounds good on paper, but in actual execution is just a mess.

    Sonic himself has no actual sense of weight or inertia; I never properly felt like Sonic was even apart of this world, as most of his movement would either be completely unresponsive, or leave me a little disoriented. It especially terrible during boss fights, with him constantly falling off, or sometimes even THROUGH enemies and bosses. It was borderline impossible to avoid getting Sonic stuck on things, or keep him from slipping through terrain, while the character controller tries desperately to fight with the poorly curated worlds they've put Sonic in.

    Combat is even less engaging, being a step down from Unleashed 14 years back. Sonic's skill tree only expands to around 10 moves, few of which are actually more effective at taking out specific enemies than the last, comprised of simple two-button inputs that play a cutscene of Sonic attacking as opposed to actual involved combat. Compared to the Werehog's 40 move loadout, Sonic Frontiers' combos feels as repetitive as you could get, there's little room for experimenting in satisfying ways.

    The game's story is only unique to the series in that it practically wears obnoxious melodrama as a badge of honor. If it's not Sonic characters singing their deep-voiced personal woes to you, it's them randomly calling back to previous adventures in an attempt to pad out an otherwise empty and emotionless story. Nothing you'll see here is new to Sonic, and it's almost as if the characters themselves want you to know this, constantly calling back to old games, and sometimes even whining about the issues their stories had in the most direct and tone deaf way possible.

    Sonic Frontiers overall just feels like a poor attempt for Sega to move forward with the series, by a group of developers who don't understand why it was so beloved in the first place.    … Expand
  80. EvanLovesGaming
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    As Someone who was mixed at the initial IGN footage we got, I was pleasantly surprised by the final product. I thought the combat was fun, especially using the Parry move and counter attacking enemies. The music is a masterpiece (much like other Sonic games) from the calming overworld music to the Rocking Titan boss fight tracks. I won't spoil the story but I will say this is probably oneAs Someone who was mixed at the initial IGN footage we got, I was pleasantly surprised by the final product. I thought the combat was fun, especially using the Parry move and counter attacking enemies. The music is a masterpiece (much like other Sonic games) from the calming overworld music to the Rocking Titan boss fight tracks. I won't spoil the story but I will say this is probably one of the best sonic stories we've had since Unleashed and Black Knight, Props to Sega for getting Ian Flynn to write the story instead of Pontac and Graff. Despite some minor issues here or there, I think Sonic Frontiers is a great game and definitely doesn't deserve the disrespect it's been getting from Digital Trends, Games Radar and of course the Dunkey Fanboys who are review bombing the crap out of frontiers because Dunkey didn't like the game.… Expand
  81. SirThails
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Just an awesome step from Sonic Forces, this is they way. I think that with more time could have been a masterpierce, but aside from that it was a really fun time playing Sonic Frontiers.
  82. knight4light
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This is a good direction for the franchise, and I am happy with the out come. playing with Super Sonic more often yes please!! Open zone is very fun and had a well thought out game loop amazing.
  83. RoboGerbil
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    A spectacular attempt at the open world genre marred only by occasional jank and bugs
  84. SpaceCowboy2648
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    I have been playing Sonic games my entire life, I've played countless of his greatest adventures and not so great ones as well. I'm happy to say that frontiers is easily up there as one of his greatest. Let's start with the gameplay, from I've been playing the game runs really smoothly without any sort of noticeable lag and/or frame drops. Sonics movement and combat feel really good.I have been playing Sonic games my entire life, I've played countless of his greatest adventures and not so great ones as well. I'm happy to say that frontiers is easily up there as one of his greatest. Let's start with the gameplay, from I've been playing the game runs really smoothly without any sort of noticeable lag and/or frame drops. Sonics movement and combat feel really good. Speaking of the combat it's pretty well done it's both simple to learn and a little challenging as you go on. Sonics speed feels great as well it's cuz you can change his speed in the menu when pause the game. Making as fast as slow as he needs to be.

    The cyberspace levels are mostly pretty fun and interesting despite the being mostly reused stages but don't let that stop you, in fact the cyberspace stages as well as a lot of other things in the game are optional so you don't have to play them if you don't want to. Gotta say the only thing I don't like about some of the cyberspace stages are the controls or just how it controls sometimes and that they are mostly reused stages but they are optional. There is one problem that could turn a small bit of players off, and its the pop in. I will acknowledge that the pop in can be weird and/or or unsettling for some players but for me I didn't really let it bother that much I just focused on sonic and the beautiful environments. The game is drop dead gorgeous for a sonic game which to be honest sonic games to have always had good aesthetic, but as for this game good lord man the graphics are so freaking good man I love the way each of the islands look so freakin ethereal. I've been playing this game nonstop and I highly recommend you at least consider getting this game it's a blast to play, I won't say much about the story other than "it's really intriguing for a sonic game". Do yourself a favor and pick up Sonic Frontiers don't let anyone try to tell you anything negative about it just play it yourself and experience the magic even if you aren't much of a sonic fan.    … Expand
  85. Play4fun851
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This game is really good I hope they keep this format for the next game but evolve and make it even better. I look forward to the next game!
  86. MegaSs
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    I loved the game a lot, I've been playing this beautiful game for 15 hours and I still haven't finished it. At first I was afraid that the game was trash, but I was wrong, it was the opposite. Although the game is not perfect at all, but it is enjoyable and I think it is the most important thing in a game. One last thing, please make your own opinions and don't take the opinion of aI loved the game a lot, I've been playing this beautiful game for 15 hours and I still haven't finished it. At first I was afraid that the game was trash, but I was wrong, it was the opposite. Although the game is not perfect at all, but it is enjoyable and I think it is the most important thing in a game. One last thing, please make your own opinions and don't take the opinion of a Youtuber like yours. If that person didn't like it, it doesn't mean the game is bad, it's just another opinion. Enjoy the game, bye.… Expand
  87. dumbuare
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This game is really good I hope they keep this format for the next game but evolve and make it better.
    The combat was pretty good could tho. The story was also really good but the ending needs more.
    So far so good just improve on what you have.
  88. Jt0429
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    Good-
    Movement in the game feels like a joy; the five islands are incredibly well designed speed platforming playgrounds, that are incredibly satisfying to explore and traverse; great music; the world is beautiful and full of things to do; an incredible sense of ambition.
    Bad- A general degree of jank and lack of polish; extremely bad pop-in, and art style that can often feel chaotic;    Good-
    Movement in the game feels like a joy; the five islands are incredibly well designed speed platforming playgrounds, that are incredibly satisfying to explore and traverse; great music; the world is beautiful and full of things to do; an incredible sense of ambition.

    Bad-
    A general degree of jank and lack of polish; extremely bad pop-in, and art style that can often feel chaotic; very varying quality when it comes to all the various things the game has you do; the linear Cyber Space levels are really underwhelming.

    Thoughts-
    There is a lot wrong with Sonic Frontiers, but the things it does right are the ones that matter the most. And it does them just right enough to keep you hooked, and let you truly be drawn in by the sheer brilliance of its core concept. There are also, absolutely, sustained flashes of brilliance in the game’s design, with the open world in particular being an inspired take on Sonic platforming. And more than anything else, it’s just fun to spend time in this game and immerse yourself in it. Yes, Sonic Frontiers isn’t perfect, and it does have a lot of ground to cover in the hopefully inevitable follow-up. But goodness, to me, the things it does right are the ones that will stick with me, and the game’s earnest sense of ambition, and the surprising degree to which it follows through on it, make it a great experience that is, inarguably, some of the best time I have ever had with the Sonic franchise.

    Sonic Team and Sega: More please.    … Expand
  89. Jorgeivan18
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was amazing, the boss fights were giving me goosebumps as the amazing track started playing, and the open world even though it maybe be kind off empty in hindsight but I think that's what the developers were trying to do because sonic is so fast there is no need to put content in ever inch of the world. But I loved the come so much, can't wait for the next one!!… Expand
  90. DunkeyHater69
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    One of if not the best sonic games in the last 15 years since Unleashed. Its great to see that the writing is a lot more confident in itself and isnt afraid to explore the characters in new ways. While theres a few graphic issues as well as being capped at 60 fps, I don't think it pulls enough from the overall experience to drop what I think is a 10/10 sonic experience. That being said, IOne of if not the best sonic games in the last 15 years since Unleashed. Its great to see that the writing is a lot more confident in itself and isnt afraid to explore the characters in new ways. While theres a few graphic issues as well as being capped at 60 fps, I don't think it pulls enough from the overall experience to drop what I think is a 10/10 sonic experience. That being said, I implore you to form your own opinion on the game hands on and not by what a game reviewer tells you to think.… Expand
  91. fooluare
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Fun game! Beautifully game. Great enemy design, wonderful music! I'm just really enjoying this game generally. please keep this formally
  92. Jackonson
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    One of the best games of the year for sure. It starts slow, but then it gets a lot of fun, which many games nowadays are lacking ..
  93. ChunkkaSA
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    The game was a really good time! It can be rough around the edges in a few areas, But it does so many things right! Down to the Boss fights, Exploration, Combat, Ect. If it can be this enjoyable at this stage, then it makes me extremely exited for the next title!

    People have been review bombing this game, so I beg you to please try this game out for yourself And form your own opinion!
  94. Dycbf
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    best game ever made, combat is perfect, everything is amazing, even the story and graphics, 10/10
  95. swj711
    Nov 14, 2022
    0
    Hideous aesthetic, lazy design, buggy mess, cringe fiesta. Typical sonic game
  96. Dark_knight123
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor juego de Sonic, sin duda alguna una experiencia sin igual, tanto en Gameplay y banda sonora… Expand
  97. Playforfun90
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game had a blast fighting those bosses! keep the open zone Sega its works well. If you haven't play the game yourself, sorry you can't judge. That's like judging a book by its cover!… Expand
  98. ItzParox
    Nov 14, 2022
    8
    This game is really good… I hope they keep this format for the next game but evolve and make it better. The combat was alright tho it could be very repetitive. The story was also really good but the ending was disappointing. My only issues with this game are the cyberspace stages and the pop ins.
  99. Theraddchad
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Huge comeback for the blueblur. one of my favorite series in the sonic universe is the sonic adventure series, and I can safely say that not only it brought out back to that feeling, it did all that and then some. Sonic team finally has the right direction for sonic and I can't wait for what's in store. Don't listen to the over dramatic reviews. 2022 is the year of sonic. Welcome back!
  100. Tdog2
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This is the best sonic game we had in a while. The open world was a fresh new take on the sonic series. Sonic controls pretty good and there is a lot to do in the games. The sound track is nice and the boss fights were amazing. Haven’t felt this good with a sonic game in a while.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 52 out of 90
  2. Mixed: 32 out of 90
  3. 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. PSX Extreme
    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.
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  3. GameOver.gr
    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!
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