Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric

 Wii U
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Nov 11, 2014
User Score
3.6

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 712 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 175 out of 712
  2. Mixed: 71 out of 712
  3. Negative: 466 out of 712
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  1. Kadeemluvmusic
    Nov 30, 2014
    0
    Note to SEGA, you are killing this poor hedgehog into an obscure excuse of making more crappy 3-D Sonic games. I don't know why SEGA just gonna be an exclusive to the ailing WII U console. But they are killing the franchise we know and loved since the O.G. Sega Genesis days.

    Sonic Boom is just crap. 100% Crap. Bugs, glitches, some sort of a Crash Bandicoot rip-off, mediocre graphics, a    Note to SEGA, you are killing this poor hedgehog into an obscure excuse of making more crappy 3-D Sonic games. I don't know why SEGA just gonna be an exclusive to the ailing WII U console. But they are killing the franchise we know and loved since the O.G. Sega Genesis days.

    Sonic Boom is just crap. 100% Crap. Bugs, glitches, some sort of a Crash Bandicoot rip-off, mediocre graphics, a lame story campaign, terrible voice acting, a watered-down soundtrack, you name it. It's a hot steamy mess of a broken game that is unfinished and unpolished. Maybe I have another meme of my own: What Nintendoes what Seg-Don't.

    Just die already, Sonic. I don't want to play any new Sonic games unless you should make a 2-D reboot. Think of Sonic Generations. Wouldn't it be cool if you just turning the roots back and prove that Sonic still has some life left if he can beat his longtime nemesis, Mario.

    Do not buy Sonic Boom. Sega just finally put the nail in the coffin and I hope they buried the ageless hedgehog, R.I.P. Sonic the Hedgehog (1991-2014).    … Expand
  2. babyboo
    Nov 28, 2014
    0
    An embarrassing rush job and an inexcusably bad game in every way. The graphics stink, the gameplay is boring as crap, the cut scenes are vomit inducing, the music is canned. Even if it weren't so sloppily made, the game is so uninspired in design and concept that it would barely merit a rental anyway.
  3. Niles2K14
    Nov 27, 2014
    2
    This game is an absolute disappointment because of a number of things. It has a terrible framerate, it's full of bugs and glitches, it's unfinished (due to Big Red Button breaking up during the development of the game hence why it's a terrible mess) and most of all, the game is extremely dull and monotonous to play. I personally would recommend Sonic Lost World or even Sonic 06 over thisThis game is an absolute disappointment because of a number of things. It has a terrible framerate, it's full of bugs and glitches, it's unfinished (due to Big Red Button breaking up during the development of the game hence why it's a terrible mess) and most of all, the game is extremely dull and monotonous to play. I personally would recommend Sonic Lost World or even Sonic 06 over this abomination. For your own sake, avoid this game like the plague.… Expand
  4. cronofighter
    Nov 27, 2014
    0
    The Story is ****

    the characters are nothing like the original

    endless glitchless

    soundtrack is one of the worst i ever heared

    the "humor" is for small children

    the control is awkward
  5. SegoEde
    Nov 27, 2014
    4
    First, this is isn't as bad as Sonic 06. That game is a broken mess, this game is just a "normal" mess. Controls are ok, I have seen better but also much worst. Graphics, yeah, outdated but not ugly.

    So what's wrong? Almost everything. The pure game mechanic is the same like in Knack, combat is just pressing one button ja extremely repetitive. There's too little platforming sections,    First, this is isn't as bad as Sonic 06. That game is a broken mess, this game is just a "normal" mess. Controls are ok, I have seen better but also much worst. Graphics, yeah, outdated but not ugly.

    So what's wrong? Almost everything. The pure game mechanic is the same like in Knack, combat is just pressing one button ja extremely repetitive. There's too little platforming sections, too much button-pressing puzzles and everything is so easy and boring. I mean really, a boring Sonic-game. Just play this piece of junk and you'll feel the torpidity. Even music can't help because they're so blank and forgettable.

    And the best or worst of all, characters keeps talking "so-cool" one-liner that makes me either facepalm or yell because of their stupidity. Yeah, cheese scriptwriting is okay with Sonic-games and it worked kinda well in 3 previous games but this one is just a bomb. Terrible jokes and the best ones are just mediocre.

    Who sre the people which this whole cake is intended for...?! For under 10 year old kids maybe when it comes to difficulty but they will feel the torpidity as well as we olders!    … Expand
  6. EpikRaikku
    Nov 26, 2014
    1
    If you actually believe in the reviews for this that are Positive they are lying. This game is absolute trash and shouldn't even be bought. You must go read the reviews from the critics on Youtube or other websites like that. The gameplay is awful, eye rolling humor, and more glitches than you can count. This game is about as bad as Sonic 06 which was also a glitch fest. Save your moneyIf you actually believe in the reviews for this that are Positive they are lying. This game is absolute trash and shouldn't even be bought. You must go read the reviews from the critics on Youtube or other websites like that. The gameplay is awful, eye rolling humor, and more glitches than you can count. This game is about as bad as Sonic 06 which was also a glitch fest. Save your money this year and buy a game like Bayonetta 2 or Smash bros.… Expand
  7. MasterKate
    Nov 26, 2014
    0
    I'm not gonna waste my time thinking of a thoughtful review, it sucks. That's all you need to know.

    I would avoid this, don't waste your money. The Sonic series is surely dead.
  8. JN1306
    Nov 25, 2014
    6
    Yeah, it was very disappointing...but honestly 3,8 is way too harsh. Keep in mind this was a brand new team worked on this game and I am willing to give them the benefit of the doubt and hpe they do better in the future. The game had sine enjoyable stages, I liked the new character designs and the music isnt half bad
  9. billywws
    Nov 25, 2014
    0
    In the absolute bottom of the barrel, you'd expect to find a really bad game. But look further, under the bottom of the barrel. Nothing, and I mean NOTHING even compares to the sloppy, unfinished piece of crap that is Sonic Boom: Rise Of Lyric. This game makes Sonic '06 look like an absolute masterpiece.
  10. Arraysion
    Nov 23, 2014
    1
    I cannot believe how Nintendo could allow such a tragedy on store shelves. Sonic, Tails, Amy, and Knuckles are forgetful and the story line is just crap (not to mention Knuckles looks like a inflated scrotum). There is no denying it, Sanic the hudgeheg is dead.
  11. Courageismight
    Nov 22, 2014
    3
    All I have to say is that I am glad I looked this game up on Meta before I fell for this junk heap that only gets half the score of Hyrule Warriors which I am already casting doubt into.
    I swear some games even though they are good games like Twilight Princess and some other game I know get no press then they give games like these that are slapped together messes with terrible plots    All I have to say is that I am glad I looked this game up on Meta before I fell for this junk heap that only gets half the score of Hyrule Warriors which I am already casting doubt into.
    I swear some games even though they are good games like Twilight Princess and some other game I know get no press then they give games like these that are slapped together messes with terrible plots ridiculous repetition that they SHOULD KNOW BY NOW THAT USERS HATE REPETITION LIKE THE PLAGUE anyway and then make the frame rate and the graphics like garbage and make the game SIMPLE WHICH IS ANOTHER THING THAT REPELS AUDIENCES LIKE CRAZY BECAUSE THEY NEED A STEADY STREAM OF THINGS TO TALK ABOUT IN THE GAME AND MAKE THE GAME A BORING FEST WHERE EVERYONE JUST BEGS YOU TO GET OFF THE TV.
    Yeah ALL game companies LISTEN UP make sure your game is COMPLEX AND FASCINATING BEFORE you make everyone get such hype about it I KNOW THEY CAN DO A BETTER JOB    … Expand
  12. Krawbeard
    Nov 20, 2014
    0
    Look.... I love sonic the hedgehog....

    It saddens me to say this.... But this game is unfinished garbage... It could've been something good... but its not.... Its sonic team's last exclusive nintendo game so yeah i guess I could see why they would suck at it especially considering most of sega was working on Alien Isolation.... but still this is their mascot.... Its a    Look.... I love sonic the hedgehog....

    It saddens me to say this....

    But this game is unfinished garbage...

    It could've been something good... but its not....

    Its sonic team's last exclusive nintendo game so yeah i guess I could see why they would suck at it especially considering most of sega was working on Alien Isolation.... but still this is their mascot....

    Its a shame...

    Honestly I wish Sega would give the rights of Sonic to Nintendo because Nintendo does not let games go unfinished...

    Its sad to see him, banjo & kazooie and all the other mascots go to rubbish....

    I guess some good mascots got to end I suppose.

    I haven't enjoyed a good sonic game since the adventure series and colors.

    Oh well. I bet the kids will atleast enjoy it because its a prequel to the Tv series...

    As an adult I am realizing one of my favorite guys who convinced me to get a sega genesis is dead or just a washed up loser by his own job that screwed him over.

    Please Sega just give him to Nintendo... I'm sure Mr. Iwata would be generous to label him as "sega's" sonic the hedgehog.

    Anyways... Look... If you want an unfinished game that doesn't work then I would say just get an Xbone because atleast they'll work better after patches... However if you want a sonic game then you might as well dig up your genesis and get all 7 emeralds and beat dr. robotnik because this wont do it and will disappoint you I promise.

    Shame on you sega....
    I hope you make negative profits on this game    … Expand
  13. ClawedHookshot
    Nov 20, 2014
    1
    What's a Sonic? I feel that was what Big Red Button and SEGA were saying when developing this game. How do you make a game that has brought the franchise back down to where it was eight years ago. After all the hard work Unleashed, Colours, Generations and Lost World had done, this is a major let down.

    The gameplay is horrid. The controls are clunky, characters feel stiff and there's no    What's a Sonic? I feel that was what Big Red Button and SEGA were saying when developing this game. How do you make a game that has brought the franchise back down to where it was eight years ago. After all the hard work Unleashed, Colours, Generations and Lost World had done, this is a major let down.

    The gameplay is horrid. The controls are clunky, characters feel stiff and there's no fast paced action that Sonic is known for. Why should you play a Sonic game if he doesn't go fast, his main selling point? Instead we're treated to the same boring generic platforming that he made fun of back in the early 1990's. The dialogue is ok at times but the characters never shut up, stating the obvious every time you get a ring, power up, run through a loop and I'm pretty sure they do it at some points when you're just walking. Also, the game is buggy as ever. Couple that with the terrible in game graphics and textures that make the game look like it came out of the PS2 era, Sonic Boom is one of the worst games of 2014.    … Expand
  14. gabzjmm23
    Nov 20, 2014
    9
    it is a different Sonic game. enjoyed it, i know why people hated it due to framerate drops and clunky controls. but love playing a platformer game. don't know why people just wanted Sonic to run fast and just collect the rings. this can be improve though.
  15. SuperLuigiBrosZ
    Nov 19, 2014
    10
    This is the closest thing we are getting to having the four most important characters in the Sonic franchise to work together for the first time in a plat former to stop Eggman. By the way, we got a American Classic Sonic, why not Modern? Also Knuckles has the best design in this game because it portrays the true powerhouse he is. He hit Super Sonic once and he went back to normal stateThis is the closest thing we are getting to having the four most important characters in the Sonic franchise to work together for the first time in a plat former to stop Eggman. By the way, we got a American Classic Sonic, why not Modern? Also Knuckles has the best design in this game because it portrays the true powerhouse he is. He hit Super Sonic once and he went back to normal state and Knuckles was laughing after like it was nothing. There is a reason why he is the guardian of the Master Emerald and is the last survivor of his ancient race. Also this isn't effecting the Sonic canon anyway so calm down. The next true Sonic game will have the designs you all remember.… Expand
  16. Yuli_Ban
    Nov 18, 2014
    0
    Clunky controls, uninspired gameplay, insipid humor, and a wretched plot that makes zero attempts to be anything worth experiencing are only the start of where this could-have-been-awesome game went wrong.

    Believe it or not, it's glitchier than Sonic 2006 for the Xbox 360 and PS3; at the very least it has color. Or at least, I think it does. And the plot isn't as pretentious, but that's    Clunky controls, uninspired gameplay, insipid humor, and a wretched plot that makes zero attempts to be anything worth experiencing are only the start of where this could-have-been-awesome game went wrong.

    Believe it or not, it's glitchier than Sonic 2006 for the Xbox 360 and PS3; at the very least it has color. Or at least, I think it does. And the plot isn't as pretentious, but that's only because what this game thinks is a plot is really a 5 year old's attempt at writing a Sonic fanfiction after playing an old demo for Sonic Adventure 2: Battle.

    Then there's the music. Sonic games are renowned for having top class OSTs, no matter the quality of the game itself. Here, they gave up. That's all I can say. None of the songs had me humming; none stick in my memory; they don't even sound finished.

    I've clocked 7 hours playing the game, and somewhere along the line, I realized that this game *couldn't* have ever been good, unlike Sonic '06, which was at least a thumbs-down Sonic Adventure rehash. The idea behind this is like the spiritual successor to Sonic Heroes, but without any of that game's nostalgic charm or so-bad-it's-good cheesy dialogue.

    If you want a game to satisfy the little ones for a few hours, here's some shovelware for ya. It'll be selling for $4.99 in no time anyway, so don't buy it now.    … Expand
  17. rhaynes7
    Nov 18, 2014
    3
    When I played Sonic Lost World, although there were many problems in my opinion, there were at least redeeming qualities. This game doesn't have any redeeming qualities.

    It's less that the game is broken, and more that it's simply not fun to play. Having Sonic move slow is fine, as long as the platforming works well, but having him go the same speed as everyone else is outrageous.    When I played Sonic Lost World, although there were many problems in my opinion, there were at least redeeming qualities. This game doesn't have any redeeming qualities.

    It's less that the game is broken, and more that it's simply not fun to play. Having Sonic move slow is fine, as long as the platforming works well, but having him go the same speed as everyone else is outrageous. The gameplay is dull, except for the short, short high speed segments. The banter is annoying, and the world created is relatively generic.

    This is the opposite of what Sonic should be. If you like the opposite of Sonic, you might have some fun, but otherwise, steer clear.    … Expand
  18. RegalSwan
    Nov 18, 2014
    0
    Dear sweet Jesus, this game is a mistake.

    Honestly, there's nothing I can say that can't be said. There is no speed, fighting is a chore, the characters are one-sided and the game is a glitchy mess far more than Sonic 06 ever was.

    A zero is the only thing this will ever deserve. Thanks for nothing, Sega.
  19. sonic125
    Nov 17, 2014
    0
    I am so glad this is the last sonic game on the wiil u and this game was rushed so we can get a sonic game not on the will u. thank god it's over with sonic games only on the will u
  20. Flutterflybear
    Nov 17, 2014
    5
    This game sucks it has lots of glitches, the characters don't stop talking, I mean it's alright sometimes it can be fun, but it still should've been made better!:(
  21. Xxsonicfan69xX
    Nov 17, 2014
    10
    Sonic Boom is a masterpiece.
    It'll make you laugh.
    It will make you cry.
    It will change your life.
    I was on the brink of suicide when my friend came in and said, "man, you gotta play Sonic Boom! Its the best." I did.
    It takes Sonic to the next level, with fun combat, awesome running sections, and a deep emotional story.
    I recommend this game to anyone. 10/10 Game of the year.
  22. Salario
    Nov 17, 2014
    0
    This may very well be the worst Sonic game in history. It's worse than any of the modern games that came after Sonic Adventure 2, and dare I say it, it's worse than Sonic 06. Most of you would disagree since you're still harboring negative vibes towards that game, but let me make this clear. Rise of Lyric is worse than 06. The graphics are low quality, the frame-rate is choppy, theThis may very well be the worst Sonic game in history. It's worse than any of the modern games that came after Sonic Adventure 2, and dare I say it, it's worse than Sonic 06. Most of you would disagree since you're still harboring negative vibes towards that game, but let me make this clear. Rise of Lyric is worse than 06. The graphics are low quality, the frame-rate is choppy, the characters are annoying and so on. Even the features that 06 did right were horribly screwed up. I'd sooner play the hated Sonic games than RoL.… Expand
  23. MrHaru2010
    Nov 16, 2014
    2
    I will give this game a starting point of "2 out of 10" because I like the characterization when their lines weren't being repeated over and over. However everything from the fact combat does NOT level you up with experience (The bot parts you gain do nothing but grant you passive upgrades), the fact you can't learn new moves, the choppy horrid framerate that can't even sustain 30 fps, theI will give this game a starting point of "2 out of 10" because I like the characterization when their lines weren't being repeated over and over. However everything from the fact combat does NOT level you up with experience (The bot parts you gain do nothing but grant you passive upgrades), the fact you can't learn new moves, the choppy horrid framerate that can't even sustain 30 fps, the rating system that LITERALLY DOES NOTHING FOR DOING BETTER IN COMBOS (Got an S rank? Doesn't do anything special at all), the fact that revisiting an area (at least in fast travel) resets all the cutscenes and dialogue spoken in that area....

    This game is severely unpolished. I feel regret that I bought this and beat it in a day. I wasn't mad that I beat the game: I was actually satisfied but upon reflecting on the game I had been playing....I just didn't have a reason or wish to go back to it.

    So I traded it in to GameStop towards Super Smash Bros Wii U: something I recommend everyone do if they made the mistake of buying this.

    If not and you're reading these user reviews: PLEASE STAY AWAY FROM THIS GAME. WATCH THE CARTOON INSTEAD. The cartoon actually has some talent behind it who have been working in the field and know their limits.

    SEGA, it's time to just let Sonic die. Please.    … Expand
  24. jswessler
    Nov 16, 2014
    0
    Adding on to my other review (I hoped this game was going to be good, but it was not. The freaking combat in unleashed is WAY BETTER than this combat, where you can only get like a 2 hit combo... Also a slow sonic game?? Gimme a break...)
    Also, what are these graphics? PS2
    and frame rate? PS2
    and jokes? REALLY BAD
    I would rather play sonic 06
  25. Kinaibhlan
    Nov 15, 2014
    5
    The game had the potential to be great but failed due to glitches and bugs and some are dubbing the game as Sonic 14. Is it THAT bad? Well yes and no, the glitches and framerate drops are a huge problem but there are good parts. I find the old Jak and Daxter sound effects nostalgic and the platforming really fun but everything else is not that good. The game is not worth $60, just wait forThe game had the potential to be great but failed due to glitches and bugs and some are dubbing the game as Sonic 14. Is it THAT bad? Well yes and no, the glitches and framerate drops are a huge problem but there are good parts. I find the old Jak and Daxter sound effects nostalgic and the platforming really fun but everything else is not that good. The game is not worth $60, just wait for it to be in the bargain bin or a low price used at Amazon.… Expand
  26. Solidough
    Nov 15, 2014
    1
    The game is flat out boring (really slow too!). People compare the combat system in this game to Sonic Unleashed, though Unleashed's is so much more varied. This is just a button masher.

    Also, the game is full of glitches. It's not as bad as Sonic 06, but it's still really bad. While 06 is more broken, it's also more enjoyable than this junk. They always tried way to hard to add    The game is flat out boring (really slow too!). People compare the combat system in this game to Sonic Unleashed, though Unleashed's is so much more varied. This is just a button masher.

    Also, the game is full of glitches. It's not as bad as Sonic 06, but it's still really bad. While 06 is more broken, it's also more enjoyable than this junk.

    They always tried way to hard to add comedy, it ended up becoming boring. Also they WOULDN'T shut up during the levels. Ever.

    The fact that the graphics are as outdated as if it was a game for the PS2, but it still has severe frame rate issues is abysmal. In multiplayer, the levle of detail is lowered and the the lighting is non-existent, but the frame rate is even worse.

    Finally, the music. The Sonic series is known for (no matter how bad a game) almost always having some rememberable soundtrack. However, this doesn't have a single soundtrack that is worth remembering. Also the music is quite often out of place.    … Expand
  27. dijukun
    Nov 15, 2014
    0
    would rather play sonic 06, at least that had a decent story. Terrible framerate,graphics, and etc. I don't know why nintendo would waste money on getting on this as an exclusive.
  28. VincentofRiften
    Nov 15, 2014
    2
    Bad OST, bad story, bad graphics, tons of glitches, annoying voice acting makes this one of the worst games; if not the worst game in general; of 2014.
  29. Undeadbobop
    Nov 15, 2014
    7
    It is up there with crash bandicoot & spyro, a good old style Naughtydog game, people just need to open their eyes and look at it not as sonic games pasts.
    Disregaurd the 10's and 4 & bellows they are made by people who never played the damn game and basically just troll scoring for the most part, most of the negative reviews are by sony ponies and xbots getting mad cause its not on    It is up there with crash bandicoot & spyro, a good old style Naughtydog game, people just need to open their eyes and look at it not as sonic games pasts.
    Disregaurd the 10's and 4 & bellows they are made by people who never played the damn game and basically just troll scoring for the most part, most of the negative reviews are by sony ponies and xbots getting mad cause its not on playstation, xbox, or vita. Most of the 10s are made by people who don't actually have a review explaining their rating and opinions of this game.

    Gameplay:

    The gameplay isn't like the standard sonic game were you just run fast with high flying action of player NOT the hell in controll, instead in this game it is a action platformer with exploration elements, with a combat system of 2 different types of attacks. A standard attack every characters is different, and a special attack. The special attacks for some characters seem really useless like knuckles break dance attack range is too small to actually hit anything without getting hit yourself. While sonics special attack actually is more of a combo move where there is 2 varients with feed back that feels like you are doing a lot more damage, thus more rewarding to do.

    It is a more action adventure game that will leave you exploring but disappointed there are not enough secrets which causes you to search and look deeper for secrets instead of instant gradification like in other sonic games. It does treat you like you are dumb giving you tutorials and walks you through but only after the fact that you needed to know what it is you are suppose to do. Then at other times it nags you to do something you done a million times, and this is in the very beginning of the game.

    About half way through they stfu, and you can actually play the game and have some fun, there are some puzzles that it actually does the right thing and doesn't tell you jack **** which can leave some people confused because they thought game was going to play them and not them play game.

    But for gamer's it should be fun, unless they are whiny entitled dinguses.
    Voice acting: terrible... oh you want more to know on it well the voice... sonic + voice acting = always bad especially when you treat the gamer like they are **** stupid. Voice acting for the purpose of story mmmk, voice acting to tell me what each character is doing without telling me what they are doing BBBBADDDD...

    Multiplayer:
    this is a very 2 player co-op centered game but apparently there is a 4 player challenge mode I havn't gotten around to it.

    Level design:

    It is amazing you can clearly tell it is reminised of both spyro and crash bandicoot, many people were complaining saying the 2d sections are just trying to be like sonic generations and crap like that but they have 3d to 2d to 3d with levels designed exactly like crash bandicoot at parts and other parts were they were layed out exactly like spyros.

    The bad:
    Worst part of the game: Requires 3ds version of the game to unlock larger "wallets" which means more coins because you can only collect 100 coins and that is it. Coins are treated as health in this game so that is obviously a very flawed thing with this game which is why I am rating it so low unlike most of the whiny bastards on here without a actual legiment complaint about the actual game.

    The best:
    It reminds me a lot of the older crash bandicoot games mixed in with spyro with some racket and clank elements added on to it. The gameplay is solid while the story is bbbbbaddd, mostly due to the some of the voice acting and how many cut scenes are there in the beginning, some of the new characters are decent. The gameplay is solid but it really isn't the standard sonic game which doesn't make it a bad game

    PS:: look at all those angry reviewers mad that they didn't get their review copies copy pasting things here in this user section, all of them mad because they didn't get gift baskets either, I say **** them those corrupt bastards.    … Expand
  30. TheQuietGamer
    Nov 14, 2014
    5
    Another dud of a Sonic game. It's no secret that Sonic has been in some very bad games over the years. However given the fact that his most recent titles Colors, Generations, and Lost World have been good, you'll be forgiven for thinking this one was also going to be. Especially considering a new developer was at the helm, and there was some experimentation with the modern Sonic formula.Another dud of a Sonic game. It's no secret that Sonic has been in some very bad games over the years. However given the fact that his most recent titles Colors, Generations, and Lost World have been good, you'll be forgiven for thinking this one was also going to be. Especially considering a new developer was at the helm, and there was some experimentation with the modern Sonic formula. Sadly it all stumbles.

    For one thing the game is painfully simplistic. Combat is mindless button-mashing, platforming is almost non-existant, and death means nothing. The new features like an open world and side-quests show promise, but they are brought down by the games lackluster gameplay and a plethora of technical issues. Finding a hidden path that leads to treasure or a new collectible can be exciting at first, until you realize that collecting them leads to nothing. Same with the side-quests. The rewards you get for completing them are worthless and not worth going out of your way to acquire.

    Exploring the world would be a lot more fun if there weren't so many glitches in the game. The shear amount you'll face is unbelievable, especially for a game in 2014. I fell through the environment, had cutscenes where I couldn't hear any dialog but could clearly see characters talking, and suffered frame rate issues and screen tearing. The latter two are especially surprising considering this game isn't exactly a graphical powerhouse.

    The story and cutscenes are atrocious. The plot is convoluted as expected with most Sonic games, and I honestly don't remember much about it even though I just beat it. It tries way too hard to be funny, but the problem is that the writing just isn't smart enough to do that. There are a few amusing one-liners, but at most all you'll get is a smirk or a mild chuckle. The majority of them are just irritating, which is a shame given that the premiere episode of the show it ties into was absolutely hilarious.

    So "Rise of Lyric" isn't a good game, but that's not to say it's unplayable. In fact it can be a mindlessly entertaining experience at times. The co-op is also surprisingly great. Both players will always have something to do thank to the fact that certain paths can only be accessed by one character. However despite that I still don't think the game is worth playing.

    It's a mediocre experience. One that feels rushed and unfinished thanks to the number a bugs and glitches it has. The gameplay feels so geared towards children that you can tell it's all just way too dumbed down. It's not necessarily awful, and I can see the more forgiving gaming crowd finding some fun here, but overall the highest compliment I can give it is that it isn't the worst Sonic game out there. That's pretty sad. Especially given the promise it shows at times. Pass on this one Sonic fans.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#45 Best Wii U Game of 2014
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#3 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2014
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#3 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2014

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
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Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 28
  3. Negative: 24 out of 28
  1. Games Master UK
    Jan 31, 2015
    29
    Possibly the worst blotch on Sonic's record. [Feb 2015, p.73]
  2. Multiplayer.it
    Jan 15, 2015
    40
    Simply put, Sonic Boom is one of the worst Sonic games in recent memory: the concept is bland, the design is awful and the execution is incredibly poor.
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  3. XGN
    Dec 23, 2014
    30
    Sonic Boom Rise of Lyric is a real disappointment for Sonic fans. There is basically nothing positive to say about this game. Sonic deserves much better.
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