Sonic: Lost World

 Wii U
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Oct 29, 2013
  • Also On: 3DS, PC
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7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 604 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 324 out of 604
  2. Mixed: 188 out of 604
  3. Negative: 92 out of 604
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  1. VyseHD
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    Yes I liked the game, exspecially the Tropical region, but yes the bossbattles are awful and some things are not good, but i think its polished it makes fun and its not that frustrating like people say
  2. PoopNuggets
    Aug 20, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a mixed bag for me it has some great features and some bad ones. the run feature is the weirdest thing for me because when i make a turn or something its like i lose all my speed. my next problem is the fact that this game resembles mario galaxy a bit too much sonic was made to be the complete opposite of mario but this game just looks like a mario galaxy sonic mod.My final problem with this game has to be tails why the hell was tails so jealous of eggman he should know after all they went through sonic wouldn't dare replace him. Even if thats the case i still love this game it holds alot of memories for me and it looks absolutely beautiful. The gameplay is pretty fun most of the time and thats all i have to say about it.… Expand
  3. SonicEnthusiast
    May 2, 2022
    8
    Stages feel like cylinders now and the controls that sonic is used to are completely different. The game doesn't feel fast like a sonic game should. It looks quite decent, nearly like a mario game. You can see that some stages have been inspired by the mega drive era too. It has a huge difficulty spike that caught me out and I wasn't prepared for which was actually really annoying. IStages feel like cylinders now and the controls that sonic is used to are completely different. The game doesn't feel fast like a sonic game should. It looks quite decent, nearly like a mario game. You can see that some stages have been inspired by the mega drive era too. It has a huge difficulty spike that caught me out and I wasn't prepared for which was actually really annoying. I recommend it to platformer fans that are ready to be patient for later stages.… Expand
  4. CamyVero
    Mar 2, 2022
    8
    Buen Juego. Se trata de un plataformas que combina de forma bastante eficiente la jugabilidad de los Sonic, (con su velocidad, sus anillos y los movimientos típicos de sonic) con un desarrollo en un mundo que por momentos puede recordar a lo visto en la saga Super Mario Galaxy. Esto no quiere decir que el juego sea un calco de la exitosa saga de nintendo, ya que el juego mantiene laBuen Juego. Se trata de un plataformas que combina de forma bastante eficiente la jugabilidad de los Sonic, (con su velocidad, sus anillos y los movimientos típicos de sonic) con un desarrollo en un mundo que por momentos puede recordar a lo visto en la saga Super Mario Galaxy. Esto no quiere decir que el juego sea un calco de la exitosa saga de nintendo, ya que el juego mantiene la personalidad propia de la saga, incuyendo las mecánicas vistas anteriormente en Sonic Colours de los whisps, unos pequeños extraterrestres que añaden habilidades a sonic y que es neceario dominar para avanzar en la aventura.

    Como punto negativo, ya que en un principio el juego era exclusivo de WiiU, la obligacion, casi a calzador de utilizar la pantalla táctil de la consola en ciertas ocasiones, lo que hace que se pierda continuidad en la partida. Sonic es una saga de juegos de movimiento rápido y el tener que quitar la vista de la pantalla principal para pulsar y lanzar a sonic es engorroso. De lo malo el juego no obliga a utilizar la pantalla dual, ya que se puede jugar en modo 'portátil'.

    A día de hoy este juego está en steam y puede que pruebe el port para ver si el control es mejor en pc. Pero por lo demás, salvando la obviedad de la historia en la que nos sorprende una alianza de Sonic y Eggman para combatir una amenaza mayor, el juego está muy bien. No tiene problemas destacables de rendimiento en WiiU, es bonito gráficamente y el diseño de los niveles es novedoso y a la vez tiene claras reminiscencias de los clásicos de la saga. Como siempre podemos encontrar muchos caminos diferentes por los niveles, lo que nos permitirá superar retos secundarios y encontrar coleccionables.

    Un claro aprobado para Sonic y sui Mundo Perdido. Recomendable si eres fan de SEGA y el erizo azul que ya es por derecho propio, historia de los videojuegos.    … Expand
  5. Kilaire
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is awesome the levels the gameplay the story!! everything is good Even the special zone are so good… Expand
  6. Call-o-freak
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    This is a fairly challenging platformer that has so much charm and has everything you want in a sonic game!
  7. tankdempsey
    Oct 7, 2020
    8
    In my opinion it is a beautiful game, it has often received immense hatred and for no reason. This game offers a Mario Galaxy-like experience, but obviously it differs quite a lot. The worlds are quite basic, typical of a platformer whoever, despite this, the stages are built in a masterly way, especially in the 3D sections. The views are beautiful, and all accompanied by simple butIn my opinion it is a beautiful game, it has often received immense hatred and for no reason. This game offers a Mario Galaxy-like experience, but obviously it differs quite a lot. The worlds are quite basic, typical of a platformer whoever, despite this, the stages are built in a masterly way, especially in the 3D sections. The views are beautiful, and all accompanied by simple but extremely enjoyable music, a music that often coincides with the atmosphere of the stages (as opposed to Sonic Forces). Of course I'm not saying that the game is free from flaws, such as the story, while it's fun and enjoyable, leaves a bad taste in the mouth, considering that we have gone from games with a nice plot like Sonic Adventure 2 or Sonic Unleashed, to a plot that is almost too childish even by the standards of the Blue Hedgehog. There are other flaws that I would like to list but it would be too long a "review", so I just want to say: Is it in the top 10 of the best Sonic games? It is close, but no. Is it one of the best Sonic 3D games? In my opinion yes, so to all of you who have not yet played it I want to say: do not let yourself be influenced by people who speak badly regardless of Sonic. Play it yourself and decide for yourself if it's a good game or if it's terrible, I'm sure most of you will like it.… Expand
  8. HorrornightLp
    Aug 19, 2020
    9
    Ich liebe das Spiel! Klar das Leveldesign ist zwar anders als in anderen Sonic Spielen aber mir macht es sehr viel spaß!! Auch die Story find ich richtig gut, die Musik ist auch super und es sieht auch sehr schön aus! Was ich auch mag sind die 2 Extra Level die es für die Wiiu gibt, die find ich richtig nice!
  9. greninjaX
    Sep 26, 2019
    8
    eh, it's not that bad. sonic lost world is certainly more fun than the 4 boost formula games, where you just hold forward to win. sega, put this on switch. it deserves a 2nd chance. it'll do better than forces ever did
  10. TheReaperX
    Jul 24, 2018
    8
    This game is cool compared with games like Sonic 2006, Sonic 3D Blast, Shadow The Headgehog.
  11. SonicSpeedo92
    Jun 28, 2018
    8
    Sonic Lost World is a pretty good game. Sure, there are some unnecessary gimmicks, and the story sucks, but the levels aside from that are pretty fun. And yeah, there's the run button, but I couldn't give two s**ts. The music is also as good as ever. Just buy or rent Lost World.
  12. MPReviews
    Mar 1, 2018
    8
    I seriously do not get the hate for this game. Personally, I loved it. I’d even go as far as to say that its one of my top 3 favorite 3D sonic games! The graphics are absolutely gorgeous, the story is admittedly simple, yes, but who really plays sonic games for a story anyways? The music is awesome, which is to be expected from a sonic game, the gameplay is really fun, the level design isI seriously do not get the hate for this game. Personally, I loved it. I’d even go as far as to say that its one of my top 3 favorite 3D sonic games! The graphics are absolutely gorgeous, the story is admittedly simple, yes, but who really plays sonic games for a story anyways? The music is awesome, which is to be expected from a sonic game, the gameplay is really fun, the level design is good, and the controls are great! The game isn’t perfect, as getting all of the red rings can be tedious and at times even enraging, and the games attempts at variety are pretty hit and miss. Its also one of the harder sonic games out there, but not in an unfair way. So overall, sonic lost world gets an 8 out of ten. Would be a bit higher if it weren’t for the complaints I mentioned, but its still a great game that I highly recommend you check out!… Expand
  13. FreedomFighters
    Feb 27, 2018
    8
    Guys, I'm all messed up here, I need some help. I feel like I'll get hate, but let me explain something: I've played "Sonic Adventure 2" (my review for it is on my page, go check it out if you care to hear my thoughts), the game that is considered by some to be THE BEST 3D "Sonic" game out there. And yet, I had more fun and an overall better experience playing "Sonic Lost World." It feelsGuys, I'm all messed up here, I need some help. I feel like I'll get hate, but let me explain something: I've played "Sonic Adventure 2" (my review for it is on my page, go check it out if you care to hear my thoughts), the game that is considered by some to be THE BEST 3D "Sonic" game out there. And yet, I had more fun and an overall better experience playing "Sonic Lost World." It feels weird to say that, but that's my opinion.
    Though it's definitely a love-it-or-hate-it game, I had a great time playing "Sonic Lost World." The game is fun, it's fast, it feels like a Sonic game for the most part, the controls felt solid minus some hiccups, the music is fantastic, the story kept me interested, the dialogue is witty, and the visuals...oh man, the visuals. Even on the Wii U, this game is absolutely gorgeous. There's definitely a lot working for the game, and that's why I had so much fun with it.
    That said, there's definitely some things working against the game: It's pretty short, it's a little too difficult at times (almost unrelentlessly difficult at points), the parkour system isn't great, and the Deadly Six are a bland and unmemorable bunch of villains.
    Even so, I definitely had a lot of fun playing through "Sonic Lost World," and I would definitely say that if your curiosity is peaked, give the game a go. Being such a polarizing game, it's worth playing even just to see if you fall into the "love it" or "hate it" camp. Me? I definitely enjoyed the game and feel it's pretty worthwhile all-around.
    Final rating: 8 out of 10 "Great"    … Expand
  14. SonicSpeed320
    Dec 23, 2017
    10
    Don't let the critics fool you, this is one of the best platformers on the Wii U and a definite return to sonic's routes. The music is catchy, The level design is inventive(most notably the rail grinding levels), and the gameplay is enjoyable and fresh. Out of most of the modern sonic games, this is a big step in the right direction for the series
  15. Calebobvs
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    This game is one of the most memorable sonic games the graphics are great! and the settings are colorful and beautiful. I highly recommend playing this.
  16. GeekCorps
    Jun 26, 2016
    8
    A great continuation of the Sonic games, changing the formula a little bit, sometimes way too much. The parkour system feels clumsy a the beginning, but when you master it, it is great. The levels vary from green hill styled levels to... a Monkeyball level or a casino level. The red star rings are easy to collect and they unlock chaos emeralds. If you get the 7 ones, you can transform intoA great continuation of the Sonic games, changing the formula a little bit, sometimes way too much. The parkour system feels clumsy a the beginning, but when you master it, it is great. The levels vary from green hill styled levels to... a Monkeyball level or a casino level. The red star rings are easy to collect and they unlock chaos emeralds. If you get the 7 ones, you can transform into super sonic, which is underpowered but has a boost instead of the spin dash. The music, made by the ones that made the Sonic Unleashed music, is great as always, my favorite being Sky Road Zone 2. All in all, it is a good game, but it has its flaws (*cough* Frozen Faztory Zone 2 *cough*), but I would reccomend playing it to many sonic fans.… Expand
  17. Ordeaux
    Feb 5, 2016
    9
    This is a really good sonic game it isn't perfect but it had great graphics amazing gameplay awesome presentation and ok controls but the boss fights are pathetic I don't understand why people hate this game so much try it if you have a wii u or pc but don't try the 3ds version
  18. AstralSonic
    Dec 29, 2015
    9
    Great game with beautiful graphics. Playing with Sonic in this speed and 3D environment does bring back some nostalgia from playing SA and SA2B. However, Some hard turns in the game feel punishable as they cut Sonic's speed more than half, and certain traps in the game are ridiculous to be considered a life-value trap. The story is better than what critiques claim to be "poor" or "dull",Great game with beautiful graphics. Playing with Sonic in this speed and 3D environment does bring back some nostalgia from playing SA and SA2B. However, Some hard turns in the game feel punishable as they cut Sonic's speed more than half, and certain traps in the game are ridiculous to be considered a life-value trap. The story is better than what critiques claim to be "poor" or "dull", and the deadly six are unique on their own. Both DLCs in this game are excellent, and the Legend of Zelda one is by far my favorite. Awesome game overall.… Expand
  19. Simobros17
    Nov 19, 2015
    8
    Non capisco tutte le lamentele della gente, a me Sonic Lost World per Wii U è piaciuto molto.
    Sia chiaro, il gameplay boost mi piace comunque però dopo un po' inizia ad essere tediante.
    Spero che il prossimo gioco della serie principale sia un mix di questo gameplay e quello di Adventure.
  20. CynicalAbe
    Nov 8, 2015
    8
    I honestly would describe this game by saying it's basically Mario Galaxy with a lot better controls, graphics, characters(barely), but does have a lot of odd and just plain bad design choices throughout, not a lot, but enough.
  21. AMMANN7
    Sep 6, 2015
    9
    9/10

    Best Sonic game to date and it is extremely underrated

    + Great platforming
    + 2D and 3D mix
    + Great level design
    + Mario Galaxy inspiration
    + Amazing combat
    + Interesting story

    - Boss battles
    - Wisps
    - Wall running could be better but it is a great addition to Sonic's arsenal
  22. WhiteGamerGT
    Aug 31, 2015
    10
    Sonic lost world best sonic game to Date with gorgeous graphic unique level design not coping super Mario Galaxy and should be in any sonic fans collection.
  23. sonicdiel555
    Jul 14, 2015
    10
    Um jogo incrível,gráficos,trilha sonora,jogabilidade excelentes.Esse e um ótimo jogo do Sonic e todos que tem um Wii u devem tê-lo,a Sega fez um belo trabalho!
  24. SamuelKneen
    Apr 24, 2015
    8
    When Sonic: Lost World is good, it's great. It has that magic that made the older Sonic games so addictive. There are a few levels that don't quite have the spark of others and let the game down slightly, (Rolling around as a giant snowball springs to mind...) but overall this is a very polished production, with immaculate graphics and great music.

    Most importantly though, Sonic: Lost    When Sonic: Lost World is good, it's great. It has that magic that made the older Sonic games so addictive. There are a few levels that don't quite have the spark of others and let the game down slightly, (Rolling around as a giant snowball springs to mind...) but overall this is a very polished production, with immaculate graphics and great music.

    Most importantly though, Sonic: Lost World is fun.    … Expand
  25. clxauxdixo
    Apr 17, 2015
    10
    definitely a great game sonic in my opinion is a good game undoubtedly not understand the negative reviews if very good definitely a great game sonic in my opinion is a good game undoubtedly not understand the negative reviews if very good also not to mention the good levels that are well designed real-mind
  26. retrojuegos
    Apr 9, 2015
    10
    He comprado este juego el 2015 porque estaba rebajado, y mi gran sorpresa que el juego me encanto yo creo que todos los que lo critican no lo han jugado y se dejan llevar por los comentarios de gente que no tiene el juego o ve un video de youtube. Es un gran juego se los recomiendo
  27. MmxDxx
    Mar 9, 2015
    9
    If you like classic sonic thrown into modern gameplay,then this game is for you.This game while not being my favorite sonic game (that would be unleashed) this is still a good game.
  28. WackoWorlds
    Feb 19, 2015
    10
    Unlike the Critics like the biased IGN and unreliable Gamespot, I actually know how to play a Sonic game. And let me tell you, I knew how to play this Masterpiece. Many people think it's a copy off of Mario Galaxy, although the truth is Mario Galaxy is kinda a copy off of the space levels in Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Adventure 2's levels are related to Yoshi's Island space-like levels, andUnlike the Critics like the biased IGN and unreliable Gamespot, I actually know how to play a Sonic game. And let me tell you, I knew how to play this Masterpiece. Many people think it's a copy off of Mario Galaxy, although the truth is Mario Galaxy is kinda a copy off of the space levels in Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Adventure 2's levels are related to Yoshi's Island space-like levels, and Yoshi's Island's space levels are a copy off of many parts of Sonic 3 and Knuckles's Carnival Night Zone and Death Egg Zone, and Sonic X-treme (Which a lot of people seem to be in denial of, thinking it was a fish-eye view game only, but the truth is it was a combination of both gravity-based gameplay and the fish-eye view, yeah I've done my research.) But I digress. And while I admit Mario Galaxy was a magnificent game, it was not completely original, because Sega thought of the idea first, and while many fans of Mario Galaxy can deny it all they want, it's not going to change the facts, but again, I emphasize, Mario Galaxy was a god-like game, a great step away from the money-grabbing, repetitive, sexist, though sometimes creative, games Mario is usually in.

    So the claims that Sonic Lost World is a rip-off of Mario Galaxy is distorted. I honestly like to think Sonic Lost World is just Sonic X-treme being finished off because of the similarities that one of the original ideas for the storyline Sonic X-treme was going to have was implemented in Sonic Lost World, The six Zeti being the original 'six chaos monsters' that were going to be under forced to do Eggman's biding after he stole and released them from the Master Emerald, (Half of that idea was put to use on Chaos in Sonic Adventure.) Although while I admit Sonic Lost World is nearly original, I do admit I've found out a few of the developers of the game where inspired by parts of Mario Galaxy, but that's parts, not all of it. Many creators have been inspired by others ideas, but have managed to make it original. Just like my father always says, "Good people are great creators, great people are inspired by the ideas of others, with so many ideas in the world, arguably nothing is truly original."    … Expand
  29. BN333
    Feb 12, 2015
    9
    Game is actually quite good, sometimes a bit hard but a very good Sonic game. Arguably the best one in the last 10-15 years. Classic Sonic turned into a 3D style title.

    Some consider this a "Mario Galaxy" game, but it isn't really the case. The gameplay feels like if old Sonic went into the new modern Sonic games but focused more on accuracy and mixed speeds. Heard alot consider it    Game is actually quite good, sometimes a bit hard but a very good Sonic game. Arguably the best one in the last 10-15 years. Classic Sonic turned into a 3D style title.

    Some consider this a "Mario Galaxy" game, but it isn't really the case. The gameplay feels like if old Sonic went into the new modern Sonic games but focused more on accuracy and mixed speeds.

    Heard alot consider it better then Colors, but it depends on whether you played it.    … Expand
  30. DreamerTG
    Jan 22, 2015
    10
    Sonic Lost World, in many ways, feels like the first truly 3D classic Sonic game to me. It has so much inspiration and creativity that I'm just bursting with happiness as I blaze through the colorful and adventurous worlds of the Lost Hex.
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#39 Best Wii U Game of 2013
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 64 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 33 out of 64
  3. Negative: 9 out of 64
  1. Level7.nu
    Dec 11, 2013
    70
    Sonic Lost World has its problems. The controls are imprecise and the difficulty somewhat uneven. But it is still one of the better Sonic games in later years with some great level design. It is not the best platform game out there but well worth a closer look.
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  2. Games Master UK
    Nov 27, 2013
    87
    The best true Sonic in years. [Christmas 2013, p.83]
  3. Gamers' Temple
    Nov 18, 2013
    35
    Sonic is no longer a good or even passable video game character.
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