Sonic Frontiers

 PlayStation 5
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2952 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 167 out of 2952
  3. Negative: 403 out of 2952
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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
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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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