Sonic Forces

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6.6

Mixed or average reviews- based on 694 Ratings

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  1. TheMarioFan
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    this game is pretty fun just like colours and generations
    although im more of a mario fan but i can sense the biased ratings on the game

    the story is great , graphics are great , gameplay is great and well the music is the best part
  2. Jeppe_HN
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    It may not be the best Sonic game out there and it has it's flaws. But it is still a solid experience, if you like games such as Colors and generations.

    8/10
  3. Krossbone
    Jan 29, 2020
    8
    This game is basically Sonic Colors, but good.
    It improves on level design, from 2D Colors stages being blocky and uninspired to 2D Forces stages having loops added back in and flowing nicely.
    From the 3D Colors stages that are scarce as all hell and extremely linear, to 3D Forces stages that zigzag and feel like they're moving. Forces also heavily improves on Colors in dialogue and    This game is basically Sonic Colors, but good.
    It improves on level design, from 2D Colors stages being blocky and uninspired to 2D Forces stages having loops added back in and flowing nicely.
    From the 3D Colors stages that are scarce as all hell and extremely linear, to 3D Forces stages that zigzag and feel like they're moving.

    Forces also heavily improves on Colors in dialogue and original concepts. While the writing itself is questionable, Forces manages to improve drastically over Colors in most dialogue, and the base concept of the game being a grand-scale, hopeless planetary war make it MUCH more interesting than the play-it-safe, uninspired story of Colors.

    Overall, Forces is what fans of the older, more serious games have wanted for years, and while the execution isn't perfect, the game manages to one-up the game that messed up the franchise's story-telling capabilities a decade ago.    … Expand
  4. DragonKnight141
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    I'd say it's a very fun new adventure, I especially liked the character customization. So many options and accessories for you own character, unlocked by getting higher ranks. I also like the Wispons a lot, they put an interesting twist on the gameplay increasing the replay value, as different wispons have different paths made for them. In short, I LOVED the custom character.

    I also    I'd say it's a very fun new adventure, I especially liked the character customization. So many options and accessories for you own character, unlocked by getting higher ranks. I also like the Wispons a lot, they put an interesting twist on the gameplay increasing the replay value, as different wispons have different paths made for them. In short, I LOVED the custom character.

    I also enjoyed the story as it's dark and keeps you interested in the game, but at the same time doesn't take itself too seriously as it is a sonic game.

    The Modern sonic stages were also really fun with the boost gameplay, and the boss stages were a delight to play. I don't particularly enjoy the fully 2D Classic level but they weren't bad.    … Expand
  5. sonicforces
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    My favourite modern sonic game, a lot of fun but to be honest putting classic sonic was just unnecessary. I'd love a 'sonic forces 2' type game where infinite is redeemed
  6. Jiyakesu
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    After finishing the story I get to reflect back on a short, but enjoyable adventure. The general gameplay is fun and is open for anyone to play. The introduction of an avatar was a better idea than I initially thought it was. The story was average at best containing very little that’s worth remembering. When the ending credits start you don’t feel as satisfied as you would want to and itAfter finishing the story I get to reflect back on a short, but enjoyable adventure. The general gameplay is fun and is open for anyone to play. The introduction of an avatar was a better idea than I initially thought it was. The story was average at best containing very little that’s worth remembering. When the ending credits start you don’t feel as satisfied as you would want to and it feels like Sonic Team overestimated the emotional strength of their story. One particular thing that stood out was the music: It’s slightly different from what we usually get in modern Sonic games, but it works really well. The game could have used more creative level design and a few tweaks to the controls (especially with classic Sonic), but that didn’t really stop me from smiling as I boosted through the solid soundtrack! If you’re a fan of the modern Sonic games, you’ll enjoy Sonic Forces. If you’re into the Genesis stuff and solid gameplay, stick with Mania! If you’re just a fanboy... buy it! Play it! Enjoy it! I’m giving it an 8/10 simply because I PERSONALLY enjoyed the game. It was well worth the money that I threw at it and it was a fun experience overall (though I honestly do hope that Sonic Team learns and improves upon the mistakes in this game).… Expand
  7. HoneyTheCat97
    Nov 8, 2017
    9
    The People who are not enjoying the game are just playing it wrong. If you play through the whole game without caring much about all the unlockables then sure, it won't really entertain you. To get the most out of it, try to get all red rings, all S ranks and most important: Try to compete on the Leaderboards. The Levels are very well designed for speedrunning and trying to beat a levelThe People who are not enjoying the game are just playing it wrong. If you play through the whole game without caring much about all the unlockables then sure, it won't really entertain you. To get the most out of it, try to get all red rings, all S ranks and most important: Try to compete on the Leaderboards. The Levels are very well designed for speedrunning and trying to beat a level as fast as possible is really fun.… Expand
  8. Scryta
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    while the physics can be somewhat off the game is still very fun to play from start to finish with a surprisingly ambitious storyline for a sonic game even if it isn’t particularly well put together, the music and background design are truly brilliant and do stand out some stages are quite short which is dissapointing overall sonic forces isn’t a good package and one that is almost (thoughwhile the physics can be somewhat off the game is still very fun to play from start to finish with a surprisingly ambitious storyline for a sonic game even if it isn’t particularly well put together, the music and background design are truly brilliant and do stand out some stages are quite short which is dissapointing overall sonic forces isn’t a good package and one that is almost (though slightly worse) as good as colours and generations that precede it… Expand
  9. EpicLadySponge
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Sonic Forces attempts to go new on ideas on story and gameplay without improving what might have been the most anticipated game on the market. To be completely fair, this was saved from actually being rushed to the market so I'll give it a chance to give it the score it deserves. There's no other way I can describe Sonic Forces without taking up a huge chunk of my time so I'm just going toSonic Forces attempts to go new on ideas on story and gameplay without improving what might have been the most anticipated game on the market. To be completely fair, this was saved from actually being rushed to the market so I'll give it a chance to give it the score it deserves. There's no other way I can describe Sonic Forces without taking up a huge chunk of my time so I'm just going to call it the newest Windows Vista of the franchise. It's so addicting that you could possibly find a way to play to the end and end up loving it, but, like Windows Vista, it's not safe from the flaws it receives. I'm sure we'll get a better Sonic game one day, but for now we have to get used to what they gave us.… Expand
  10. Cody95
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Sonic forces is a good game and I really like the story. The music is also amazing. I wish there where more environments to explore and the modern sonic levels/controls need improvement. I like the custom character levels and the red rings give the game a lot of replay ability.
  11. jasuso
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    It was about time we got a good modern sonic game, the return to serious storylines, the superb music and multiple playable characters make this one of the best games of the franchise.
  12. ECB19
    Aug 27, 2020
    8
    The gameplay is something imprecise but it is fun. Graphically it's better than previous deliveries. Also the soundtrack is good (although some tracks are not to my taste).
  13. AnotherRetroGam
    Nov 15, 2017
    8
    I made a big review text, but I deleted by accident. But the game is good, but don't played if you don't like modern sonic games, but if you like it played and make your on experience. 7.5/10 (my real score)
  14. max584
    Dec 2, 2017
    8
    una pena que sea tan corto, pero se agradece mucho que todo se consiga en el juego y no sea todo pagando por dlc otra cosa buena que tiene es la personalización de tu personaje, no se merece un 0 pero tampoco mas de un 7-8
  15. NoahInfinity
    Jan 12, 2018
    8
    A Fast Paced, Enjoyable Sonic Experience, Harmless At Worst.

    Pros: Fast Paced First Portable Sonic Game With HD Graphics Avatar Creation And Customization Great Music Good Plot Cons: Slippery Controls Wasted Potential Short Levels Short Game Altogether Too Much Automation Super Sonic Behind a £2 Pay-wall Lack Of Animations (Seriously, Sonic Has NO Idle Animation) If    A Fast Paced, Enjoyable Sonic Experience, Harmless At Worst.

    Pros:
    Fast Paced
    First Portable Sonic Game With HD Graphics
    Avatar Creation And Customization
    Great Music
    Good Plot

    Cons:
    Slippery Controls
    Wasted Potential
    Short Levels
    Short Game Altogether
    Too Much Automation
    Super Sonic Behind a £2 Pay-wall
    Lack Of Animations (Seriously, Sonic Has NO Idle Animation)

    If You Have The Money And You Haven't Got Mania Yet, Buy That Instead. But This Isn't A Bad Game By Any Chance.    … Expand
  16. AstralSonic
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    The game is fun. It's far from perfection, but the story, Modern, and Avatar stages, and the list of missions to complete in this game are enjoyable for fans and players to tackle in the game. The only major issue I had while playing this game is the poor controls for Classic Sonic. His momentum and speed are cumbersome to adapt to, and even then, this acceleration in the air is prettyThe game is fun. It's far from perfection, but the story, Modern, and Avatar stages, and the list of missions to complete in this game are enjoyable for fans and players to tackle in the game. The only major issue I had while playing this game is the poor controls for Classic Sonic. His momentum and speed are cumbersome to adapt to, and even then, this acceleration in the air is pretty poor. I'd recommend Sonic fans to get this game because it is enjoyable.
    One note on level design: It feels poorly implemented at the start of the game, but it gets much better towards the end.    … Expand
  17. FierceDeityLink
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    It was a good game, good graphics, portable, liked the level design, custom characters, bosses, and powers. Pick up this game, but only after you have gotten odyssey.
  18. joseLuis1
    Nov 7, 2017
    9
    Excelente juego, la personalizacion de personajes es muy buena, la jugabilidad tambien es muy buena, una grata sorpresa el que venga con un DLC incluido (gratis), el tema de la velocidad es algo discutible y es algo que puede no gustarle a los que no estan familiarizados con la franquicia, 100% recomendado.
  19. EderAndujo
    Nov 8, 2017
    9
    Buena historia, para un videojuego, no es tan mala como otros juegos del erizo azul. el gameplay es entretenido y combina lo que hemos visto en juegos como Sonic Adventure 1 y 2, Sonic Colors y Sonic Unleashed, Soundtrack increíble y personajes entrañables. Parece que Sonic Team quería satisfacer a todos los fans de Sonic y al final a algunos sí lo hizo y a algunos no.
    El juego es    Buena historia, para un videojuego, no es tan mala como otros juegos del erizo azul. el gameplay es entretenido y combina lo que hemos visto en juegos como Sonic Adventure 1 y 2, Sonic Colors y Sonic Unleashed, Soundtrack increíble y personajes entrañables. Parece que Sonic Team quería satisfacer a todos los fans de Sonic y al final a algunos sí lo hizo y a algunos no.
    El juego es entretenido y vale la pena darle una oportunidad, no es lo mejor que le hemos visto a Sonic Team, pero para mí pasa la prueba.    … Expand
  20. Bolt90
    Nov 8, 2017
    9
    Where Sonic Forces isn't the epitome of Sonic games, it is still a good solid game for fans and new-comers. Where the controls are more stiff than recent Sonic games like Generations and Colors, it is not so bad that it ruins the game. Avatar character is a fun edition, and gives a little variety to the Sonic game-play, though something more akin the to the Sonic Adventure series withWhere Sonic Forces isn't the epitome of Sonic games, it is still a good solid game for fans and new-comers. Where the controls are more stiff than recent Sonic games like Generations and Colors, it is not so bad that it ruins the game. Avatar character is a fun edition, and gives a little variety to the Sonic game-play, though something more akin the to the Sonic Adventure series with totally different play styles and level styles might have been more welcome. The Switch version is a blast, and the fact that it can be taken with you is a must. Technically frame-rate/ resolution is worse than other formats, but in this day and age, graphics are just good and the benefit of portability outweighs the benefit of slightly better looking.… Expand
  21. vMMe
    Nov 8, 2017
    8
    This game has some flaws like how boss mechanics repeat in other bosses, but this game does a good job in presentation, level design, and gameplay. Solid 8/10 Good job SEGA!
  22. Evandro7047301
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    It´s not a bad game, but not an outstanding one, but for the sake of metacrict and false reviews I´ll give it a 10(personal score = 7.5). The gameplay is very fast like other sonic games. But I really wished for longer stages :c
  23. BrandonNel2307
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    This game has a lot of potential to be perfect, but some strange gameplay mechanics does pull it back a little bit, however. The music is amazing, the game looks visually incredible, and the story is admirable for a Sonic game. The gameplay is also not bad, as you have options of controlling Modern Sonic, Classic Sonic, and even your own new Custom Hero. Modern & Classic Sonic all playThis game has a lot of potential to be perfect, but some strange gameplay mechanics does pull it back a little bit, however. The music is amazing, the game looks visually incredible, and the story is admirable for a Sonic game. The gameplay is also not bad, as you have options of controlling Modern Sonic, Classic Sonic, and even your own new Custom Hero. Modern & Classic Sonic all play very similarity to how they played in generations, and the Custom Hero plays very well as well. For Modern Sonic, his stages are mostly 3D with some 2D platforming parts. (Like Colors.) And Classic Sonic handles very well like in Generations And Mania. The physics has been ever-so-slightly been improved over Generations, but again, could benefit from some improvements. The controls for the Custom Hero can feel a bit unresponsive at times but does not ruin the core gameplay. And even though I feel like this game could've been better overall, I still do recommend this game to all Platforming fans and Sonic fans. The Switch version does run at a noticeably lower framerate and resolution, however. The game is still a blast though. Definitely an 8/10 from me.… Expand
  24. Shibbey
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    I created a MetaCritic account just to give this game a deserving review. Don't listen to the critics, this is the most fun i've had in a sonic game since Adventure 2. I've had a smile on my face the entire time. Avatar is fun with lots of customization options, controls are nice and tight, and its FUN. The story is actually pretty good, and its fun seeing all the characters from all theI created a MetaCritic account just to give this game a deserving review. Don't listen to the critics, this is the most fun i've had in a sonic game since Adventure 2. I've had a smile on my face the entire time. Avatar is fun with lots of customization options, controls are nice and tight, and its FUN. The story is actually pretty good, and its fun seeing all the characters from all the games together. Absolutely loving this game right now, and loving the switch... We have an awesome Zelda, Mario, and now Sonic game :) If you're a true sonic fan you'll love this game!… Expand
  25. Anrema
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    I think sonic forces is not a bad game, it haves some little problems but the majority of the content is quite good and its true that it goes too much speed but the game un general is good
  26. Kewl_Lemon
    Nov 18, 2017
    9
    I honestly don't know why there is so much backlash on this game, it is almost perfect, it is one of the best sonic games of recent time and thank god it was not another game just like sonic 06
  27. AdamLicht1101
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    Great !! The Game feel like an Evolution From Sonic Colors and Generations. Great Music, Story, Gameplay and more. And i also like the section between 2D and 3D. i think people only said that Forces is bad because they are jealous how good Sonic Games is. Honestly, much more better then Mario
  28. tshields1994
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    The game is very fun and reminds me of generations and heroes. The story is very good and gets you invested in the game early. Graphics and game play is very clean and it also has re-playability
  29. Br8y2020
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    This isn't a Mario Odyssey by any means, but for Sonic standards, it is pretty good. I enjoyed the game play, it wasn't too glitch filled or off the rails, it kept you in control the whole time. The levels may be short, but they're filled to the brim with amazing backgrounds and visuals. The characters all have development in one way ro another and the voice acting isn't half bad. Not toThis isn't a Mario Odyssey by any means, but for Sonic standards, it is pretty good. I enjoyed the game play, it wasn't too glitch filled or off the rails, it kept you in control the whole time. The levels may be short, but they're filled to the brim with amazing backgrounds and visuals. The characters all have development in one way ro another and the voice acting isn't half bad. Not to mention that you can make your own character which has hundreds of costume choices to choose form. This truly is a FAN'S Sonic game.… Expand
  30. Sam_Graphs
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    the game is pretty fun
    it does have some slight bugs and glicthes but they are so little to be even considered
    the music is great
    the gameplay is fun and the stages are only linear on the first 2 worlds and get better when you proceed in the game
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 17
  3. Negative: 1 out of 17
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Jan 7, 2018
    75
    It's not a bad game, but after four or so years, it just feels like it ought to be better. [Issue #31 – January/February 2018, p. 35E]
  2. GamingTrend
    Dec 7, 2017
    60
    Sonic Forces may be a misstep from this year’s Mania, but it’s still an enjoyable title. While it suffers from a host of problems with pacing and performance, it still is worth a weekend rental with its surprisingly entertaining plot and great music.
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  3. FNintendo
    Nov 17, 2017
    40
    Sonic Forces may have created some hype but unfortunately, it mostly falls flat on its face as it quickly becomes obvious that this game is an exercise in disappointment. While the action runs smoothly whether on a television screen or on handheld mode, the game's short and unimaginative levels, the absence of gameplay mechanics that had become a staple of 3D Sonic games, the unreliable controls and the mediocre soundtrack all add up to a very flawed game from which a lot more was expected.
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