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  1. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Sonic frontiers is for sure one of the best games in the series, top 5 at least. It’s got a pretty decent story and a good ending but the only problem is the amount of pop ins, which also doesn’t affect the gameplay at all, it can just be annoying at times. This is the best game in the series since generations, I recommend it. Also the super sonic gameplay is amazing and as always theSonic frontiers is for sure one of the best games in the series, top 5 at least. It’s got a pretty decent story and a good ending but the only problem is the amount of pop ins, which also doesn’t affect the gameplay at all, it can just be annoying at times. This is the best game in the series since generations, I recommend it. Also the super sonic gameplay is amazing and as always the music is fire. Expand
  2. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Sonic Frontiers clearly marks the right direction for new Sonic games. Not only through the Open Zone concept and the fantastic way the character is controlled, but also by the depth of the narrative, the characters' relationships, the continuity it finally establishes with the previous titles. The game has flaws, but it deserves all the praise it's getting frrom the fans, for it renewsSonic Frontiers clearly marks the right direction for new Sonic games. Not only through the Open Zone concept and the fantastic way the character is controlled, but also by the depth of the narrative, the characters' relationships, the continuity it finally establishes with the previous titles. The game has flaws, but it deserves all the praise it's getting frrom the fans, for it renews and experiments in so many ways that it is a clear success as it is.
    Sonic needed this game, the fans needed it, and the development team needed it as well. Good job Sonic Tea, and may the next games be better and better.
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  3. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story and gameplay are amazing i love how tails acts in this game how he wants to explore the world alone for awhile how knuckles wants to live the gameplay and the story make this my favourite sonic game of all time yes even if the story in sa2 is better the gameplay is just ok Expand
  4. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    El mejor juego de Sonic despues de tantos años Tiene bugs pero espero sean solucionados Es demasiado divertido solamente explorar con Sonic el mundo
    Que gusto ver qué por fin hicieron un excelente juego de Sonic despues de tanto tiempo
  5. Nov 11, 2022
    5
    Increible juego, su jugabilidad , su trama, su paisajes y escenarios son algo que hacen de este juego diferente y unico. Recomendado
  6. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. J'adore le jeu surtout les musique la musique de fin incroyable et aussi la deuxième musique de fin "no way dream" incroyable jeu cette attente durant 5 ans sa vallait le coup d'attendre Expand
  7. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    The real mark should be 9/10 (for the clipping). But the blue blur came from nowhere to bring us this amazing game. The open-zone format is definetly the way for Sonic. So I'll give a 10/10 !
  8. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    The cyber stages need a bit of work with the physics and the story scenes are a bit weird because they're kind of in short spurts, but the gameplay is phenomenal and extremely fun
  9. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This game is a 10/10. As a sonic fan that grew up with the series I must say that this truly is a masterpiece and I can only recommend buying it. W game
  10. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers, in my opinion, best 3D Sonic game. It surely has flaws and is not perfect, but I'd give it a solid 9/10. Let's begin with what I didn't like:

    -Cyberspace's physics. I quickly got used to it, but ngl it doesn't mean that Sonic controls well. Sonic is moving a lot slower, and it's easily noticeable on levels ripped from older games. Long story short, it just inherited
    Sonic Frontiers, in my opinion, best 3D Sonic game. It surely has flaws and is not perfect, but I'd give it a solid 9/10. Let's begin with what I didn't like:

    -Cyberspace's physics. I quickly got used to it, but ngl it doesn't mean that Sonic controls well. Sonic is moving a lot slower, and it's easily noticeable on levels ripped from older games. Long story short, it just inherited most of Forces' physics, and downgraded travel speed a bit.
    -Some characters' animations are quite bizarre and weird, especially during Sonic and Knuckles' dialogues, Sonic mid-air running is goofy ahh etc.
    -Abuse of 2D sections on Chaos Island. They build up like more than 1/2nd of the exploring on this Island, it's so annoying honestly.

    Anything else about this game is near perfection.
    Story, with proper characterization and finally use of Chaos Emeralds. Especially villain is well-written. And you know, Amy doesn't flirt with Sonic every damn second.
    Gameplay in open-zone is also great. Combat, while being not so hard, is actually pretty various and enjoyable. You can't just mash X/square button to beat enemies. Sonic's movement is much better here compared to Cyberspace. Exploring just fits those zones so well, that even usually tedious process of getting collectibles is not so challenging and actually boring unlike in Unleashed. Graphics are incredible, a huge leap from previous generation in terms of everything, like lighting, art-style, some textures, level of details, shaders etc. All this together looks pretty much comparable to AAA games. Bosses are various and challenging, once again, huge leap from previous generation games where they are just mostly chases with some obstacles. OST is not as good relatively sometimes in Sonic's standards, but overall it's still a banger (especially Titans' themes)

    It's so relieving seeing people finally (mostly) praise the Sonic game all together
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  11. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Sonic frontiers is peak sonic I love the game its fast fun If you haven't played it play it you will be stunned
  12. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Literally peak Sonic fiction. If you've been missing stories of the same caliber of the adventure/pre-sonic colors era, this has that in spades. Not to mention the fluid combat, surprisingly packed open world full of platforming challenges to do, and the cyberspace levels which leave some boost formula gameplay for those who prefer that. Its got a little bit of jank, but nothing is gameLiterally peak Sonic fiction. If you've been missing stories of the same caliber of the adventure/pre-sonic colors era, this has that in spades. Not to mention the fluid combat, surprisingly packed open world full of platforming challenges to do, and the cyberspace levels which leave some boost formula gameplay for those who prefer that. Its got a little bit of jank, but nothing is game breaking, some of it is actually fun. Its my favorite sonic game and the best one in decades. Expand
  13. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    Best 3D Sonic game. It has almost anything you can ask for an open world Sonic game.
  14. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    The most ambitious sonic in a hole decade, has 5 humoungus islands, great gameplay, good animations, super sonic
  15. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    This game goes so goddamn hard, don't let that 72 fool you, it's better than it's given credit for in ever aspect
  16. Nov 11, 2022
    9
    Increíble juego , historia y jugabilidad aunque con defectos técnicos no tan graves
  17. Nov 11, 2022
    10
    highly addictive and entertaining
    It has excellent music and the fighting style is just great.
  18. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Sonic is back. Welcome to the new age of the blue blur. The 2020s is going to be great for him.
  19. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Rápido frenético y adictivo un juego muy disfrutable con una banda sonora buenísima.
    Muy muy divertido
  20. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    The boss fights are amazing and the themes are all bangers. The entire soundtrack is amazing and really adds to the atmosphere of the open world.
  21. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    As for me the game is top, so far I liked everything, the characters finally became alive and the boss battles are cool as never before.
  22. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    It's Frontiering Time
    This game is really amazing the best sonic game ever.
  23. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Si bien no es el mejor juego de Sonic, nos encontramos ante un juego con claras intenciones de hacer que Sonic vuelta a lo alto, Sonic Frontiers es un juego muy entretenido y con una historia que si bien no es muy seria, sabe atraparte y sacarte un momento emotivo de vez en cuándo, Sonic Frontiers es el juego que los fans y el público en general necesitaban para saber que Sonic sigue ahí ySi bien no es el mejor juego de Sonic, nos encontramos ante un juego con claras intenciones de hacer que Sonic vuelta a lo alto, Sonic Frontiers es un juego muy entretenido y con una historia que si bien no es muy seria, sabe atraparte y sacarte un momento emotivo de vez en cuándo, Sonic Frontiers es el juego que los fans y el público en general necesitaban para saber que Sonic sigue ahí y esté juego me deja con muy buen sabor de cara al futuro de Sonic.

    9/10.
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  24. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Excellent change to the series, The open world help to have a totally different experience in to Sonic games.Loved it!!!
  25. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Best Sonic in years.

    Form your own opinion, I've had a blast! Sonic controls never felt so good to run away it's my new addiction.
  26. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    I haven't had this much fun with a Sonic game in 14 years. A step in the right direction.
  27. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    One of, if not the best Sonic game in the entire series. I'm genuinely surprised by how much fun this game is. As someone who's been a Sonic fan for almost all my life, I'm so happy to say that Sonic is finally back, and better than ever too. The gameplay is not only fun, but addictive as well. Some people might at first glance take a look at the gameplay and think that the world is empty,One of, if not the best Sonic game in the entire series. I'm genuinely surprised by how much fun this game is. As someone who's been a Sonic fan for almost all my life, I'm so happy to say that Sonic is finally back, and better than ever too. The gameplay is not only fun, but addictive as well. Some people might at first glance take a look at the gameplay and think that the world is empty, but that's absolutely not the case. There's so much to do in the world, whether that be solving puzzles, fighting enemies and mini bosses, doing short platforming challenges, or even just free roaming around the islands as Sonic. And the best thing about this is that every aspect is fun. This is probably the best Sonic has ever felt to control, which makes exploring the islands even more fun. There is some jank, but it's not nearly enough to stop the game from being entertaining and fun. And then there's the cyberspace levels. I was originally worried that the levels would be too short and boring, but I'm genuinely surprised by just how much fun these levels are. They're the perfect length, and it's extremely fun to try and finish all the criteria for the level at once. I can imagine that speed-runners will have tons of fun with this game. The only drawbacks for me is that the levels are only made up of 4 main themes (Green Hill, Chemical Plant, Sky Sanctuary and that one city level), and the controls for Sonic in cyberspace isn't as good as the over world. He feels stiff and way too slow. However, the levels are varied enough in aesthetic that it isn't too much of a problem, and I installed a mod that makes him control a bit better in the cyberspace levels, so it isn't really a problem for me anymore too. And then there's the story. The story was actually pretty good, and very fun too. God bless Ian Flynn for not only treating the characters with the respect they deserve, but also doing his best to flesh out the world of Sonic even more. It's super cool to see various moments in the series acknowledged in the game, and not being treated as if it never happened. It's also great to see Sonic being himself again. I've missed the Unleashed era Sonic for so long, so it genuinely feels to me like Sonic is finally back. And I love the way Ian Flynn wrote his dynamic with all the other characters in the game. Rather than just being one-note tropes like they've been for almost a decade now, it's great to see all the characters being written well and treated with respect too. Especially love how Sonic and Knuckles dynamic was in the 2nd island. It's great to see them being rivals with respect towards each other again. Really enjoyed every moment when they interacted with each other. And now to talk about the boss fights. The bosses were some of my favorite moments in the entire game, and easily the best Super Sonic boss fights in the entire series. They're all extremely hype (with the exception of maybe the final boss), with my favorites being the 2nd and 3rd boss (THAT moment during the 3rd boss gave me major Final Fantasy Sonic X nostalgia, if you know you know). And the music during these fights were amazing too (speaking of which, the music for this game is outstanding, and tied with Unleashed for being my favorite soundtrack in the series. Almost every single song is a banger, it's a massive step up compared to Forces OST). It felt like I was playing a Metal Gear Rising boss, but with Sonic. It's like a shonen anime fight, and I mean it in the best way possible. The bosses should definitely be experienced blind. The only gripes I had with the game are stuff like the pop-in, but it didn't really bother me all too much so it's all good. I do wish the ending portion of the game was given more time though, as I feel that the final boss wasn't as good as the other 3 bosses, and the ending portion definitely felt rushed. But in the end, I absolutely enjoyed my time with Sonic Frontiers. It's probably the most fun I've had with a Sonic game ever. After a decade of lackluster games, I'm really happy that Sonic Frontiers turned out to be so great. My score for Sonic Frontiers is a light 9/10, which is the highest rating I've given a Sonic game. Even my previous favorite Sonic games, Generations and Unleashed, are just a strong 8/10. This game isn't perfect by any means, and there's definitely room for improvement. However, the negatives for this game are heavily outweighed by the positives, as well as the amount of pure fun I had playing this game. Sonic is finally back, and I can't wait to see how Sonic Team improves upon this formula. Expand
  28. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Es el mejor juego de Sonic desde Unleashed, es el camino a seguir de la saga!
  29. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Goat, fire peak fiction just simply pure and raw fire peak fiction that's all i really have to say
  30. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Parece que finalmente están yendo por una buena dirección, Sonic ya no se avergüenza de ser Sonic y estoy muy feliz por eso. Sonic no se queda quieto en lo seguro, él experimenta y se arriesga, eso me atrajo de la franquicia y finalmente lo tenemos de vuelta, no es el mejor juego del mundo pero se aprecia el esfuerzo que hizo Sonic Team. Mis más sinceras felicitaciones.
  31. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    juegaso, jugue 5 horas por dia durante 5 dias, ya tengo todos los trofeos, es super divertido, no es perfecto pero es un gran avance para la franquicia, los errores mas notorios son los visuales o graficos, el popping o algunas animaciones q estan un poco mal, luego la historia es muy buena el soundtruck es increible el movimiento d sonic los puzzles los cyber espacios son geniales 10 d 10juegaso, jugue 5 horas por dia durante 5 dias, ya tengo todos los trofeos, es super divertido, no es perfecto pero es un gran avance para la franquicia, los errores mas notorios son los visuales o graficos, el popping o algunas animaciones q estan un poco mal, luego la historia es muy buena el soundtruck es increible el movimiento d sonic los puzzles los cyber espacios son geniales 10 d 10 no hagan caso a un par d haters pq se van a perder d un juegaso Expand
  32. Nov 21, 2022
    10
    This was honestly very fun. The Open zone gameplay was actually more enjoyable than I thought it would be and the combat was pretty nice. The story was nice too I hope to see Ian Flynn work on more of the mainline stories. The cyberspace was my least favorite but still fun when some amazing songs. The whole soundtrack was full of bangers. The boss fights were absoulety incredible. As aThis was honestly very fun. The Open zone gameplay was actually more enjoyable than I thought it would be and the combat was pretty nice. The story was nice too I hope to see Ian Flynn work on more of the mainline stories. The cyberspace was my least favorite but still fun when some amazing songs. The whole soundtrack was full of bangers. The boss fights were absoulety incredible. As a sonic fan I am very happy with this game and it has become one of my favorites of all time. Expand
  33. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    I really enjoy this game from running around and pull off some speedrun strats I am pleased with this game and
  34. Nov 12, 2022
    8
    in the gameplay it is a very fun, entertaining and above all creative game. The story really wants the characters to change for the better. The only bad thing about the game is its popping errors and some small bugs (or well that's all I found because there could be many more)
  35. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    DLC Wishlist
    • New game+
    • Chapter selection
    • Photo mode
    • Shadow playable
    • Station Square island
    • Dedicated 2D disable button
    • Super Sonic in free roam
  36. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    Great game with lots of room to run around, I'd highly recommend as it has been awhile sense we've got a good game of the sonic franchise
  37. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers does a lot right for the sonic franchise that past games have been unable to obtain. While some of the typical 3d sonic jank is present, the gameplay feel great once you've adjusted in the first few hours. More importantly, the challenges faced to obtain the myriad collectibles littered in each of the open world areas is feels rewarding, as they can be approached from anySonic Frontiers does a lot right for the sonic franchise that past games have been unable to obtain. While some of the typical 3d sonic jank is present, the gameplay feel great once you've adjusted in the first few hours. More importantly, the challenges faced to obtain the myriad collectibles littered in each of the open world areas is feels rewarding, as they can be approached from any angle. While there is an "intended" path for most collectibles, some times there's that one collectible that you aren't quite sure how to reach, resulting in creative methods for you to reach that spot. Landmarks are also sprinkled throughout the openwork segments that lead to cyberspace zones, which are fast-paced albeit short levels flavored from Sonic's previous adventures. These help break up the open world exploration to keep things fresh and providing new challenges along the way. There are also multiple islands, each with its on environments and enemies to keep the player engaged throughout the adventure. Enemies require different methods to defeat, so don't expect to just mash one button constantly, although that may work on a few enemies throughout the journey.

    The story isn't pushing any boundaries compared to other games this generation, but for fans of the older titles there are some nice nods to the games of the past and over all doesn't feel as cringey as some of the more recent games. If you have been a fan of sonic in the past but have fallen off with it recently, I highly recommend you give this game a chance.
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  38. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    This is the best 3d sonic game we got after Generations, it has good controls, fun islands, bosses, good combat, and a great story, the only problem is with some of the cyberspace levels but overall it was an entertaining game
  39. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Juego con aspectos muy mejorables, sobretodo con su pop-in que es lo más notorio del juego sin alguna duda, sonic team podría mejorarlos para una futura entrega, y debería.
    Aún con estas fallas creo que es un gran juego, con un gameplay sorpresivamente divertido y un mundo lleno de cosas para hacer, gran narrativa y diálogos de personajes, su historia me deja cosas que desear, pero me
    Juego con aspectos muy mejorables, sobretodo con su pop-in que es lo más notorio del juego sin alguna duda, sonic team podría mejorarlos para una futura entrega, y debería.
    Aún con estas fallas creo que es un gran juego, con un gameplay sorpresivamente divertido y un mundo lleno de cosas para hacer, gran narrativa y diálogos de personajes, su historia me deja cosas que desear, pero me parece de las más interesantes de las ultimas entregas, batallas demasiado épicas, sistema de progresión satisfactorio pero algo desbalanceado, y un muy buen soundtrack. Sin duda este es el camino a seguir para los juegos de Sonic, felicidades a todo el equipo.
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  40. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    A brilliant game. Definitely has it's jank, however as an experience, is amazing. You can feel the heart in this game. I hope the positive response from fans tell Sega to give Sonic Team a bigger budget and more than 60 people.
  41. Nov 12, 2022
    8
    El juego no es perfecto, tiene fallos como el popping que en ocasiones llega a ser algo exagerado, los gráficos que están justos y no destacan demasiado y el Cyberspace en general, el cual es algo bastante desaprovechado y tiene una jugabilidad bastante mala a comparación de como mueves a Sonic en el mundo abierto.
    Aún así, los puntos buenos opacan por mucho los puntos malo, un mundo
    El juego no es perfecto, tiene fallos como el popping que en ocasiones llega a ser algo exagerado, los gráficos que están justos y no destacan demasiado y el Cyberspace en general, el cual es algo bastante desaprovechado y tiene una jugabilidad bastante mala a comparación de como mueves a Sonic en el mundo abierto.
    Aún así, los puntos buenos opacan por mucho los puntos malo, un mundo abierto lleno de cositas por hacer y explorar, desafíos en cada isla que, aunque no son la cosa más complicada de hacer, en su mayoría son divertidos de hacer, las batallas contra los Titanes son la cosa más épica que se ha visto en franquicia, la música es hermosa manejando 3 estilos diferentes para cada "situación", y una historia bastante buena, arreglando cosas de juegos anteriores.
    Esperemos que SEGA y el Sonic Team tomen nota de las críticas tanto positivas como negativas, ya que este rumbo que van a tomar con la franquicia es bastante bueno, y puliendolo bien pueden sacar cosas maravillosas.
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  42. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    absolutely loved this game, the levels are fun and the music is awesome. definitely play it if you can.
  43. Nov 12, 2022
    9
    Sonic frontiers is a very different take from your typical 3d sonic game, but I am glad to say that this game is great. After years of waiting for something that’s good, sonic frontiers delivers that and more. From the open zone exploration to the amazing supersonic boss fights, sonic frontiers brings a fun and refreshing new take to the typical sonic experience.
  44. Nov 12, 2022
    10
    The story is amazing as it serves as an origin to this world. I really liked the music too. Yeah, there's one or two bugs but they will probably be patched in the first update.
  45. Nov 12, 2022
    8
    Very good foundational ideas that are executed mostly well but lacking polish, cyberspace has reused levels but can still feel worse because of the lack of proper quickstep, open world has no momentum unless you boost off of a ledge or ramp and it only has slope physics if you drop dash. However the game is still good, the open world is well made and overall very fun to play, super sonicVery good foundational ideas that are executed mostly well but lacking polish, cyberspace has reused levels but can still feel worse because of the lack of proper quickstep, open world has no momentum unless you boost off of a ledge or ramp and it only has slope physics if you drop dash. However the game is still good, the open world is well made and overall very fun to play, super sonic and boss fights are also incredibly and the highlight of most islands. Expand
  46. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    The openzone is very well designed. You don't feel bored while running through the field because there's always something to check out.
  47. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This has to be one of the best sonic games I've played. Thanks to a new writer, the story and the characters are so good! And, we now get to play as one of the best versions of Super Sonic in the whole Sonic franchise. Amazing job Sonic team! I really hope they keep this formula for the next game.
  48. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    this game is amazing very good bravo excellent it is nothing like BOTW and i really want a sequel of this game after forces this game is a refreshment. open world concept is really fun and combat is engaging. i also really like the addition of the skill tree the story is also very amazing.
  49. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    This game is really good and funny! Grafic is good, gameplay and battle system is fun and fluid, the control and movement of sonic is fluid and good. Furthermore the music is one of the best soundtracks I've ever heard! The only critic from my site is, the pop in of Plattforms on the screen. Please, give the game a chance, it is actully a really good game!
  50. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    This is a step in the right direction for the Sonic series. While flawed, it shows potential for something much greater. I'm happy that this game turned out as well as it did.
  51. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Es un juego evolutivo para sentar las bases del futuro de Sonic, es un juego con mundos fantásticos que te da la libertad que en lo personal le hacia falta a Sonic expandiendo su modo combate con una historia llamativa e interesante si eres fan de Sonic es un juego que tienes que jugar si o si y si no eres fan del erizo puedes darle una oportunidad con este juego.
  52. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego tiene mucha complejidad y merece mas atencion, mucha mas que el maldito gay of war, nadie entiende la mecanica del cyloop con el cual puedes dibujar penes y circulos sin duda merece el goty Expand
  53. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores 3d do Sonic, historia boa, bons personagens, e um otimo mapa.
  54. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Simplemente es un juegazo es la vuelta del sonic que todo el mundo amaba y extrañaba es una carta de disculpa a todos estos 10 años de verguenza a la saga, claro tiene problemas pero que juego de sonic no los tiene
  55. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    Been a hot minute since we've had a Sonic game that tried to be something more, I'm really glad this game is a step in the right direction!
  56. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Simplemente divertido, su gameplay es espectacular.
    Las aventuras del erizo regresan por buen camino, un bello regreso a las tardes que disfruté jugando con él en la infancia.
    ¡Genial!
  57. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just finished the game 100% The game itself was fun and for the first open zone game for the sonic franchise I do hope sega learns from this and creates a solid series from these machanics. Some of main issues i had from this game was the momentum and cyber missions. Other than that its been an solid experience. The battles with the titans are fun and music and sound tracks rock in this game. Expand
  58. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Although I'm still in the middle of the entrance of the 3rd island, I will speak out. Everything looks GREAT, the chemistry and emotions between the characters, especially between Sonic and Knuckles, the island boss fights are GREAT. But why not 10? On the 3rd island, I get bored with 2D sections, which make up 60 percent of the entire island. And... in cyberspace, too, there is a thing. The levels aren't all that interesting considering that... THEY ARE RIPPED FROM THE PAST GAMES! It's annoying. In general, I liked the game, but there is a fly in the ointment in this barrel of honey. Expand
  59. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    I am BLOWN AWAY by this game! I have played through the entire game multiple times (because of just how addicting it is) and I can confidently say that it is the best 3D Modern Sonic game we've had since Sonic Unleashed! However, this game is not without it's flaws. It has pop-in issues, some jank, and a story pacing issue towards the end of it. If I had to rate Sonic Frontiers on the funI am BLOWN AWAY by this game! I have played through the entire game multiple times (because of just how addicting it is) and I can confidently say that it is the best 3D Modern Sonic game we've had since Sonic Unleashed! However, this game is not without it's flaws. It has pop-in issues, some jank, and a story pacing issue towards the end of it. If I had to rate Sonic Frontiers on the fun factor scale, I'd give it a 10/10. The game is SUPER fun and has a HEAVENLY OST that blew me away.

    Therefore, I give Sonic Frontiers a score of 9.5/10 (I have to give a 10/10 bc there isn't a 9/5/10 option for user reviews)
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  60. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This game is a ton of fun for anyone who is a Sonic fan. Both the base gameplay and story are things that are a great starting point in a new direction for the franchise. This story contains a lot of past game references which has been missing the past few games, it makes the world feel more connected and real which is nice. It also sets up lots of potential character arcs in the futureThis game is a ton of fun for anyone who is a Sonic fan. Both the base gameplay and story are things that are a great starting point in a new direction for the franchise. This story contains a lot of past game references which has been missing the past few games, it makes the world feel more connected and real which is nice. It also sets up lots of potential character arcs in the future which im hoping that they are able to capitalize on. As for the gameplay, in the open-zone it is a fairly simply loop that does get a little bit repetitive overtime collecting the same items over and over but thankfully the traversal and Sonic’s movement feel great which results in me collecting what I need as I move to the other side of the island. I just hope that Sonic Team AND SEGA give the next instalment the time it needs to be polished and refined into what should be another great game. There is a bit of jankyness with the camera and controls sometimes which can be polished overtime, as well as cleaning up some performance issues such as the pop-in that occurs. Good job Sonic Team, im already waiting on the next one. Expand
  61. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I played all of Sonic Frontiers and it was absolutely amazing everything about this was perfect the open zones was a great transition for the newest generation for consoles the option to change how sonic moves is great and the cyberspace is a bit slow but it was fun trying to get all the challenges done and the super sonic fights were amazing and the soundtrack and fighting is perfect the only thing that's preventing me to put it a 10 is because of the end of the game and going against the true final boss and beating the game isn't that fulfilling but this is definitely the next step for sonic and might be my favorite sonic game but that's all this is your boi ANDREW_BLUE over and out Expand
  62. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Sonic is finally back! If you are thinking whether buying this game or not, trust me, don't listen to the critics, do yourself a favour and play it.
  63. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    This game is what I've wanted from Sonic since Generations, literally. Is it perfect? No, definitely not. But it's not only a fun Sonic game, but also a fun video game. It's been a while since I could confidently say that about a Sonic game. There are definitely some technical issues like pop in, but it doesn't affect the core game at all really. Loved it from start to finish. This is howThis game is what I've wanted from Sonic since Generations, literally. Is it perfect? No, definitely not. But it's not only a fun Sonic game, but also a fun video game. It's been a while since I could confidently say that about a Sonic game. There are definitely some technical issues like pop in, but it doesn't affect the core game at all really. Loved it from start to finish. This is how you do it Sega! Expand
  64. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    The best sonic game in a while, they honestly outdid themselves on this one
  65. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    The most important part of a game is if it's fun, and I can say with confidence that, despite how janky Sonic Frontiers can be at times, it's a really fun game.
  66. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    Very solid groundwork, very janky, lots of fun, better with momentum, improve cyberspace.
  67. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers is a pretty good game. Its rough around the edges in many areas, constantly reusing Green Hill Zone and Chemical Plant, and the narrative while good, couldve been a bit more involving. Overall though, I walked away being content that I was finally given the type of game I waited 14 years for.
  68. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Arregla todos los problemas que nos dieron en entregas anteriores respecto a los personajes, entrega una historia madura que hace recordar a esas historias que nos mostraban en la era adventure y en sonic unleashed, el sistema de combate al inicio se siente tedioso, pero con forme avanzas y consigues el resto de habilidades de sonic el juego se convierte en en una maravilla, y se sienteArregla todos los problemas que nos dieron en entregas anteriores respecto a los personajes, entrega una historia madura que hace recordar a esas historias que nos mostraban en la era adventure y en sonic unleashed, el sistema de combate al inicio se siente tedioso, pero con forme avanzas y consigues el resto de habilidades de sonic el juego se convierte en en una maravilla, y se siente muy satisfactorio a la hora de realizar un combo con todas la habilidades desbloqueadas, mas aun que los guardianes de cada isla son desafiantes y la mayoria tiene mecanicas diferentes a la hora de enfrentarlos, ni hablar de los titanes que son la cereza del pastel, entregando las mejores batallas de la franquicia, te sientes libre a la hora de recorrer el mapa, siempre encuentras cosas por hacer, ya sea conseguir los items para cada personaje, pelear con enemigos o haciendo puzzles, y haciendo las secciones del ciberespacio, la pesca con big llega a ser muy relajantr y sin que te des cuenta se te puede ir la nocion del tiempo, se ha convertido en uno de mis juegos favoritos y son muy pocos los que puedo decir que son mis favoritos Expand
  69. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Overall best sonic game I have ever played, highly recommend to anyone whether you are a sonic fan or not
  70. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    Easily the best 3D Sonic game in over 10 years. The world, filled with fun platforming challenges, the combat is simple, yet fun, the bosses, easily the best part of the game. Everything that makes Sonic, Sonic is all there, but clearly the game, like many isn't perfect and is littered with janky movements, improper camera movements at times, the Cyberspace levels really aren't all thatEasily the best 3D Sonic game in over 10 years. The world, filled with fun platforming challenges, the combat is simple, yet fun, the bosses, easily the best part of the game. Everything that makes Sonic, Sonic is all there, but clearly the game, like many isn't perfect and is littered with janky movements, improper camera movements at times, the Cyberspace levels really aren't all that fun to play (with some exceptions), nor is seeing the same 4 themes, two of which being reused from previous titles. What stopped me from giving this game a 7 is that all those problems wouldn't really be noticeable the more you play it and it's fun and that's all that matters in a video game. Expand
  71. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    I ultimately enjoyed this more than any Sonic game in the last 20 years, it's not perfect since the last two islands were rushed but I still recommend this to any Sonic fan
  72. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    What can I say, its fun, very very fun, and thats all a game needs to be, other things matter and it does have some flaws, but I had so much fun to me I dont care, because I can go on about the pop in and crap, but if I enjoyed the experience so much despite that, of course its a 10
  73. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Sonic is back baby!!!!!!!!
    It never felt so good to control Sonic until now, really hope they continue with the formula of open world, it really suits Sonic
  74. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    After 100%ing Sonic Frontiers twice, I can confidently say that the series is putting it’s best foot forward and turning over a new leaf, in order to usher in a new era for Sonic, and I’m very much looking forward to seeing what the Blue Blur has in store for us next.
  75. Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Magical! Best Sonic game of all time in my opinion. The soundtrack has so much variety and all done at a AAA level. The second and third boss are PEAK Sonic bosses with phenomenal cinematics. The game is absolutely worth it!
  76. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    This game is really good, but it has some flaws. The pop in is big and there is some bugs (not much) but the game could have been more polished. the story was really good, i just wish the animations were better, its a big improvement from forces, but its still not good enough. The combat was really fluid, i just think some enemies were a bit too easy, we like challenging fightsThis game is really good, but it has some flaws. The pop in is big and there is some bugs (not much) but the game could have been more polished. the story was really good, i just wish the animations were better, its a big improvement from forces, but its still not good enough. The combat was really fluid, i just think some enemies were a bit too easy, we like challenging fights kishimoto-san, the super sonic fights and the music behind them were Amazing!! One of the best parts of the game. But the final boss was kinda dissapointing, they should have sticked with the same format and make it more challengin. Overral its a awesome game, they can definitely improve it with the next games. Oh and the super sonic boss fights were the best parts of the game. The music was SOOOO good in them Expand
  77. Nov 13, 2022
    6
    First time playing a new 3D Sonic since Unleashed, and I was excited. After playing it, I can say that it's a lot like Pokemon Legends Arceus in the sense that it's a great idea and a great new direction for the series, but flawed by bizarre design choices and a SEVERE lack of polish. It's not fun to be running along and into a bumper and just... fall through it like it doesn't exist andFirst time playing a new 3D Sonic since Unleashed, and I was excited. After playing it, I can say that it's a lot like Pokemon Legends Arceus in the sense that it's a great idea and a great new direction for the series, but flawed by bizarre design choices and a SEVERE lack of polish. It's not fun to be running along and into a bumper and just... fall through it like it doesn't exist and have to start a segment over. Or press the boost button and just go flying off the stage. Combat is sadly pretty trivial even on hard, as all moves are WAY overpowered-- if you aren't just mashing the basic combo, you can just spam any other move, like Sonic Boom, and enemies will go down in seconds, completely unable to touch you. And what's up with the parry? If timing doesn't matter at all how is it fun to use? It makes it essentially a "hold this to win" button.
    Fluidly chaining together between rails and springs in the open world, from one "section" to the next, is very satisfying and fun (when it works and the jank doesn't ruin your run), but sometimes you're sent flying off in places you didn't expect, leaving you asking "wait where am I, where did I go"?
    Lastly, I like the idea of the collectibles. Beat bosses in the overworld to beat boost formula stages to get chaos emeralds. However, most collectibles become almost instantly worthless as you can just find keys and cogs randomly by defeating basic enemies or doing cycloop circles. Why bother playing the actual levels if the game just dumps keys on me constantly? Or why even play ANY of the game if I can just spend a few minutes fishing for all the resources I need? The collectables really should only come from the bosses, cyberspace levels and little platforming sections in the world. No digging treasure and getting a dozen memory tokens or a key, no one-shotting a grunt with a homing attack to get a cog... make me PLAY THE GAME to earn the rewards.
    Even with these flaws I had a ton of fun playing this game. I really hope the rough edges get smoothed out with the next release, the future has potential for sure.
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  78. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    Sonic frontiers is a great game, good story and epic boss fights, all though this game is not perfect with bugs and easy mini boss fights and average mini game challenges, I feel like this is the first step to something amazing and I'm excited to see the future of sonic games sonic games look bright
  79. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game is great. Sonic team is finally making up for their past mistakes by trying a new formula. The bosses in this game are FANTASTIC. I would give this game a 9/10 if the final boss wasn’t so underwhelming though. The last 3 bosses before it were awesome and hype. But that final boss felt like it wasn’t finished, it’s like they didn’t have enough time to fully develop the final boss of the game so hopefully in the future they have more manpower and time to make the game perfect. Expand
  80. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Best Sonic Game ever. Even better than my all time favorite Sonic game Sonic adventure 2. While this game has a few issues, I look past them because this game still managed to blow me away and deliver the most fun i've had from any game this year. Like.. This game feels like a strange love letter to the sonic series and just thinking about my experience with the game fills me with greatBest Sonic Game ever. Even better than my all time favorite Sonic game Sonic adventure 2. While this game has a few issues, I look past them because this game still managed to blow me away and deliver the most fun i've had from any game this year. Like.. This game feels like a strange love letter to the sonic series and just thinking about my experience with the game fills me with great emotions i never thought I'd have from playing this. My experience with this game is a 10. The music, The character writing, the gameplay... I can truthfully say the future of sonic is looking bright... All I ask is that they add a chao garden in the next game. I'm telling you... the fans will love a chao garden return. 100% Expand
  81. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    I actually played it and like it a lot. I didn’t go out of my way to spoil the game for others without any warning or intentionally try to get myself stuck with issues (actually I didn’t really have any big issues that affected my gameplay). It’s just fun and I didn’t want to stop playing. Also there’s already mods that fix things people don’t like or want changed so definitely take aI actually played it and like it a lot. I didn’t go out of my way to spoil the game for others without any warning or intentionally try to get myself stuck with issues (actually I didn’t really have any big issues that affected my gameplay). It’s just fun and I didn’t want to stop playing. Also there’s already mods that fix things people don’t like or want changed so definitely take a look. Expand
  82. Nov 13, 2022
    9
    I believe this is a really good game :)

    There are definitely some parts that aren't perfect, i would've given it a 10 if it was perfect, but i genuinely believe the good parts far outweigh the bad parts. please give it a try if you're skeptical. and if you still don't like it, that's completely your choice and i won't judge you for it.
  83. Nov 13, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love it!! I REALLY LOVE IT!!! so glad i bought this game GO KISHIMOTO GO

    ok enough praise let's get to my nitpicks

    -combat is kinda bare-bones; needs more moves tbh
    -the open world level design is aesthetically ass I'm sorry like why tf are there floating platforms in a basically desolate landscape??? In future games, level design should try to blend in with the environment
    -you guys flopped the last two islands, should've just combined them with Kronos and made chaos the last island...
    -POP IN......... LMFAOOOOOOO

    Despite these nitpicks, i still very much love this game, from my experience i would rate it 9 but objectively speaking, it's an 8.

    those boss fights tho holy **** RAIDEN IS THAT YOU
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  84. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    I absolutely love this game. The open zone is very fun to explore, the story is actually good the titan fights are amazing, the ost slaps, probably one of my most favorite games of all time, definitely a top 3 sonic game for me.
    I understand it has problems and I think the metascore is pretty fair, but from just my enjoyment of the game i think it's a 10 out of 10 and I'm excited about the
    I absolutely love this game. The open zone is very fun to explore, the story is actually good the titan fights are amazing, the ost slaps, probably one of my most favorite games of all time, definitely a top 3 sonic game for me.
    I understand it has problems and I think the metascore is pretty fair, but from just my enjoyment of the game i think it's a 10 out of 10 and I'm excited about the future of the series and I hope sega can improve the formula even more and make a 10 out of 10 for everyone
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  85. Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Un des meilleurs Sonic auquels j'ai pu jouer dans ma vie, un super monde ouvert, un Sonic qui possède des mouvements très fluides et maniables comparé aux jeux précédents de la licence, une OST à couper le souffle et une histoire vraiment, mais vraiment bien faite ! Un super retour en force de la part du hérisson bleu !
  86. Nov 14, 2022
    8
    well sonic's back and i must say why are you still here? go play the game.

    Controls in the open zone are solid it is a easy to learn hard to master style of gameplay. the combat control are a charcter action type game. most the mini bosses in this game are fun to interact with the few expectations. however every single island boss slaps. take the most over the top battles super sonic
    well sonic's back and i must say why are you still here? go play the game.

    Controls in the open zone are solid it is a easy to learn hard to master style of gameplay. the combat control are a charcter action type game. most the mini bosses in this game are fun to interact with the few expectations. however every single island boss slaps. take the most over the top battles super sonic will pull moves i didn't even know he had with some of these bosses.

    cyber space actually improves the further in the game you go. not just because they stop trying to force-feed you so many 2d cyberspace stages, but also because they pull from more SA2, SA1 and hero levels. i was overly excited when i realized one level was metal harbor. that said they really should have more than 4 visual themes, but it doesn't detract to much from the cyberspace stages.

    now it's not all sunshine
    some of the puzzles and mini range from mediocre to down right frustrating. (looking at you chaos island.) with my leasta favorite one being where you have to collect 600 scrap metal. which wouldn't be so much of a pain except there is a short timer and the peices do not magnetize to you.
    while every single main boss slaps in this game. some of the mini bosses are hit or miss.
    with the worst of them being the shark mini boss which has way to many QTE for my taste.

    now onto the best part i feel for this game besides the open zone aspect.

    The story is much more melancholic then recent games and the stakes are also the highest it's been since the adventure levels. I WILL NOT put any spoilers besides saying this game's story is about the star fair islands inhabitants, but much more it's a story about retrospective reflection as well as a surprise introspective view of Eggman's thoughts. b y the end of this game you will feel sorry for Eggman. which is not a sentence I would thought I would be saying. Shout out to ian flynn for this masterful writing. you will be shocked at the amount of call backs and actual character development we get in this game.

    gameplay 8/10

    environment/graphics 7/10

    music 10/10 (it's a sonic game )

    story 9/10

    please sega i cannot stress this enough STICK TO THIS FORMAT and STICK TO THIS Story telling less ha ha funny jokes and more heart. this is what set sonic apart from the Marios.
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  87. Nov 14, 2022
    8
    A great experience! the combat and the open zones are spot on, the boss fights are the best in the Sonic series. (excluding the last one lmao) The cyberspace levels can look bland, sharing only 5-6 themes and sometimes not meshing well with Sonic's new controls.

    The story is a good one, Ian Flynn has been working with the Sonic cast since 2006 and it shows with this being the best
    A great experience! the combat and the open zones are spot on, the boss fights are the best in the Sonic series. (excluding the last one lmao) The cyberspace levels can look bland, sharing only 5-6 themes and sometimes not meshing well with Sonic's new controls.

    The story is a good one, Ian Flynn has been working with the Sonic cast since 2006 and it shows with this being the best character work in over a decade. It's nice knowing Sonic's on good ground and with everything Learnt from frontiers I can't wait to see what's next.
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  88. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    A great new direction for the series, with a new fun and enjoyable gameplay formula, finaly an actually good story after over a decade and the best character writting the series has ever seen. And man those boss fights are just AMAZING. Hope that SEGA will be able to go even higher and higher from this point on!
  89. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The return of an icon of gaming. I can not stress enough how much this game means to people who love Sonic.
  90. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    The game is truly a step forward for sonic, a really great experience from start to finish!
  91. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Incrível, o melhor Sonic que já joguei, a experiência em mundo aberto, e a liberdade que o Sonic tem são incríveis
  92. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    without a doubt sonic frontiers enters my top of favorite sonic games, with the best gameplay in the open area, an incredible story thanks to ian flynn, and more parkour than ever. Thank you sega.
  93. Nov 14, 2022
    9
    I loved this game so much! The story, the music, the boss fights, the characters were so good
  94. Nov 14, 2022
    9
    Sonic Frontiers é sem dúvidas o jogo que vai pavimentar o futuro da série pra um excelente caminho.
    Trazendo uma gameplay divertida pro Open-Zone, uma trilha sonora absurdamente boa e uma história emocionante e que te prende bastante.
  95. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    great 3d platformer help to elevate the genre to a new high
    combat feel fluid and tight
    moving in open zone feel refreshing and amazing
    story is good for plateformer
  96. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Its so funny how gow fans rate this game to 0 ,and rate his **** to 10 points,what can i say about this game,its good,gameplay is casual,but he has a personal traits from franchise,fight system is has bad balans but if you want you can lost 20 hours in this interesting game and make 100%
  97. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Was a great experience overall. Recommend it for Sonic Fans.
    Tails is a nice guy.
    Knuckles is a nice guy.
  98. Nov 14, 2022
    9
    The game is really fun. The gameplay loop of jumping from challenge to challenge and getting collectables is really satisfying. Sonic controls the best he ever has (at least in a modern title). The combat in the game feels really good. While some don't like the Cyber Space levels I personally liked almost all of them as quick bite-sized challenges that mix up the gameplay. The story wasThe game is really fun. The gameplay loop of jumping from challenge to challenge and getting collectables is really satisfying. Sonic controls the best he ever has (at least in a modern title). The combat in the game feels really good. While some don't like the Cyber Space levels I personally liked almost all of them as quick bite-sized challenges that mix up the gameplay. The story was good, although I feel like they don't entirely explain everything. I'm also not a huge fan of the voice direction, but it doesn't get in the way of liking the characters. There are some minor annoyances (like occasional mini games, pop-in, or some systems not really being fully thought) but that doesn't stop the game from being extremely fun.

    Might not be the best Sonic game to start out with which is where I suspect some criticisms are coming from, but it's still easily a top Sonic game to me.
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  99. O7y
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Definitely the best sonic game with excellent combat,fun and addicting game play,and great story it's a 10 for sure. Expand
  100. Nov 14, 2022
    10
    finally, a great sonic game after a long time pf wait. good story, the characterization pf the characters are good and a fun gameplay
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 90 Critic Reviews

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