Sonic Frontiers

 PlayStation 5
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2952 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,382 out of 2952
  2. Mixed: 167 out of 2952
  3. Negative: 403 out of 2952
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  1. Djflvtk
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Amazing sonic i remember yet so refreshing its a must buy for sonic fans and open world enthusiasts
  2. Rushyram
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This is by far the best 3D sonic ever. Controls are very tight, islands are filled with creative platforming, and the combat is flashy with a lot of variety. The story of the game is one of if not the best story in a sonic game to date. The super sonic boss battles are the best boss fights in the series platforming genre. Like any other sonic soundtrack, the soundtrack of frontiers slaps.This is by far the best 3D sonic ever. Controls are very tight, islands are filled with creative platforming, and the combat is flashy with a lot of variety. The story of the game is one of if not the best story in a sonic game to date. The super sonic boss battles are the best boss fights in the series platforming genre. Like any other sonic soundtrack, the soundtrack of frontiers slaps. My only complaint is that cyberspace stages don’t have stage variety with the repeating green hill, chemical plant, and sky sanctuary (city level barley shows up), and the controls aren’t as good as the open world. For any sonic fan or even platforming fan I would recommend this game.… Expand
  3. Rycz
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    A new Sonic adventure that brings a fresh air to the saga. This game is excellent
  4. velocityVi
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers is what Sonic has needed for years, you can see the love they gave him and as a fan of Sonic I am very happy it has things that although it is not perfect that does not make it a bad game as other critics say. :)
  5. RoyalMTG
    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.
  6. ZrOSlasher
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This is only the beginning. Sonic Team trying a new formula and it came out good! Everything about this game is great!! I look forward to their next game!
  7. Apolm
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Game in general is a masterpiece to me, haven't felt this amazed by this franchise since unleashed, i'm in love with this game, thank you, Sonic.
  8. Chaos94
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
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  9. JasVls
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    If you were sick of the kid friendly cringe level humor and just wanted a good story like unleashed or adventure 2 then this is exactly for you!
    Sega is going in the direction I have wanted for years KEEP GOING SONIC TEAM!!!
  10. Joelfix23
    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
  11. Memehow
    Nov 12, 2022
    10
    This is the best Sonic game, in my opinion, the story is great, the characters are written so well, including Sage who I want to see more of in future games, the game-play is fun and addicting, and the bosses (even the twist for the last one) are fantastic and epic alongside the music. Finished it just now and I loved it.
  12. SaturnVolts
    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
  13. PotOfSteak
    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.
  14. Joester
    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!    … Expand
  15. maru-chan
    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
  16. Aveqassu
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    the open world is very fun to play you have very much things to do combat is solid but fun movment is great you can customize the movment story very good animaations better than before overall one of the best sonic game in my opinion and please play on hard mode to get good ending and check sometimes that it is on hard beacause it can change if you die too many times.
  17. Therealbuffoon
    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
  18. Agreenguy
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Pretty much peak Sonic, a good story with good gameplay. Cyberspace could be much better, but overall a fun experience.
  19. Czlowian
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Music and bosses alone deserve a 10, but even the core gameplay is pure fun, controles are just perfect.
  20. icywater8000
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    i made a metacritic account just for this. make more games like this. maybe add a chao garden. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO WORKED ON THIS GAME!
  21. KaiDaiSai
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This game reminded me of why I love Sonic. While it’s not perfect with issues like pop-in and cyberspace controls, it manages to tell a really cool story with the open world and Super Sonic boss battles being some of the big highlights. I’m giving this a high score because I want Sega to know that this is the direction I’ve wanted for a long time and seeing everyone’s positive impressionsThis game reminded me of why I love Sonic. While it’s not perfect with issues like pop-in and cyberspace controls, it manages to tell a really cool story with the open world and Super Sonic boss battles being some of the big highlights. I’m giving this a high score because I want Sega to know that this is the direction I’ve wanted for a long time and seeing everyone’s positive impressions will hopefully deliver that message further. If they can improve this formula in the next game we are in for a treat but for now… Sonic is finally back.… Expand
  22. raykaixd
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    A step to the right direction in the Sonic franchise, i really enjoy playing the game
  23. Urtzi
    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
  24. 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
  25. Scottdevine48
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This is amazing! Hope the 2D Modern Sonic game like Sonic Adventure 3 will happen if it’s a success.
  26. Yoloass
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best sonic games since unleashed the game has a fantastic OST amazing bosses some of the most fun exploration since sonic is extremely fast depending on the upgrades of course the only issue is pop in. Sonic has a bright bright future ahead if they keep this gameplay style
  27. TuanGaming
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    One of the best Sonic games of the Entire Sonic franchire, the soundtrack is amazing. This Sonic utterly break the Sonic cycle
  28. Darkwin2212
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    The game is the largest among the creations of Sonic Team. Everything in it is done on top, except for the plot, but this is not a reason to lower the rating.
  29. Beerus_2
    Nov 9, 2022
    10
    Incredible Best boss fights in the wholes series Great story
    Great gameplay loop
  30. Lologogo
    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.
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#5 Most Discussed PlayStation 5 Game of 2022

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Metascore
70

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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