Sonic and the Secret Rings

 Wii
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 20, 2007
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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 289 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 289
  2. Mixed: 88 out of 289
  3. Negative: 83 out of 289
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  1. Fahdaad
    May 31, 2023
    5
    Poorly designed levels and controls that are more frustrating than they aren't, saved only by a fantastic use of settings and locales. Placing Sonic into the Arabian Nights makes for a unique and fun setting to run through.
  2. tandris108
    May 1, 2023
    5
    Only major problem that the game forces motion controls. If it was optional like in Unleashed, it would be much better.
  3. VyseHD
    Nov 20, 2022
    7
    its sad that its an outorunner but, the level themes are sooooo great that i cant give it under a 7, when you play it right it makes fun
  4. KrimsonKatt
    Aug 8, 2022
    5
    The Good
    +Amazing music, like always.
    +Really creative level themes +Really cool premise and fun new characters The Bad -The controls are atrocious. Worst motion controls ever outside of literal shovelware like Billy the Wizard: Broomstick Racing. -Everything is on rails -Sonic is intentionally handicapped in order to push the RPG mechanics. You need to "level up" for Sonic to    The Good
    +Amazing music, like always.
    +Really creative level themes
    +Really cool premise and fun new characters

    The Bad
    -The controls are atrocious. Worst motion controls ever outside of literal shovelware like Billy the Wizard: Broomstick Racing.
    -Everything is on rails
    -Sonic is intentionally handicapped in order to push the RPG mechanics. You need to "level up" for Sonic to actually play well.
    -The final boss is insanely unfair and poorly designed.
    -The mission structure makes most missions unfun due to the separated structure of the levels and makes it nearly impossible to know what missions to do next in order to progress unless you use a guide.
    -The mario party esque side mode is completely pointless and adds nothing to the experience. Also has terrible controls.
    -MAKE BELIEFS REBORN. MYTHS AND MINDS RETHOUGHT. QUESTION ALL THATS KNOWN. LEGENDS BLURRED AND TORN.    … Expand
  5. grimreapersims
    Mar 25, 2022
    5
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  6. FighterBro
    Sep 8, 2021
    6
    Sonic and the Secret Rings is a pretty solid game. After the mixed reviews of Sonic 06 critically and generally SEGA was able to release this game just 3 months after 06. This game is one of the things that caused 06 to be rushed but I digress. The story of the game is really good and has some emotion to it than later games in the series and honestly it's really fun seeing the interactionsSonic and the Secret Rings is a pretty solid game. After the mixed reviews of Sonic 06 critically and generally SEGA was able to release this game just 3 months after 06. This game is one of the things that caused 06 to be rushed but I digress. The story of the game is really good and has some emotion to it than later games in the series and honestly it's really fun seeing the interactions Sonic and Sharha have in the game. The gameplay can be really fun most of the time but the only problem I have with it is that they rely too much on the motion controls. I didn't mind it until I had to make Sonic go backwards at some points to progress and can be a hell controlling but you can get used to it if you put some effort into it. Overall the story of the game is really good, gameplay is solid and the controls can be wonky to control and can be such a hassle to deal with if you're not used to playing on a Wii. A game that would take awhile to go back to playing but still a fun experience. 6/10… Expand
  7. JuanMaHappyYeah
    Jul 14, 2021
    6
    Well, I really liked this game in the foreground, it seems to me that it has a pretty hard story (I'm not saying it's bad but it's not the best story of a Sonic video game either), with a batch of minigames, depending on how you see it They can be fun, but this video game dies with something very simple: The Controls. The controls in the adventure mode are stressful, since the game doesWell, I really liked this game in the foreground, it seems to me that it has a pretty hard story (I'm not saying it's bad but it's not the best story of a Sonic video game either), with a batch of minigames, depending on how you see it They can be fun, but this video game dies with something very simple: The Controls. The controls in the adventure mode are stressful, since the game does not detect the controls well, and playing becomes practically impossible, even sometimes it damages the minigames, and you cannot say that it is your fault, because for example, I when using Wii Sports, the controls go perfectly, but in Sonic and the Secret Rings, it becomes unplayable, only comparable to Sonic 2006, but this game has at least something to highlight… Expand
  8. Tri9322
    Mar 20, 2021
    6
    This game is a mess, but can be fun when it works. Right off the bat, the controls are a mess that barely work half the time. This heavily hurts the game and made the other minor flaws shine much worse. There is also lots of messy level design, with time when its hard to know where to go, and sometimes boost pads that run right into spikes and just bad choices that screw things up. MovingThis game is a mess, but can be fun when it works. Right off the bat, the controls are a mess that barely work half the time. This heavily hurts the game and made the other minor flaws shine much worse. There is also lots of messy level design, with time when its hard to know where to go, and sometimes boost pads that run right into spikes and just bad choices that screw things up. Moving backwards is also a mess. The game also does a bad job of explaining things, such as there is no way to know which levels you need to do to advance and you have to just try random ones until a cutscene activates. The game also fails to explain how to customize your abilities, which is a cool part of the game but is never explained well. On the good side, the graphics and level themes are both good. When the controls work, there is fun to be had in some levels. The story is alright, and the boss fights are cool. The game itself I give a 5/10, but the inclusion of a party mode with minigames bumps it up to a 6.… Expand
  9. LiquidSnekMGS
    May 20, 2020
    7
    Before you read, know that this is the second Sonic game whose main quest I ever beat (first was Black Knight), and will always be nostalgic for me. Now, to the game. People will complain about the controls, to which I agree, to some extent. They are not, however, the worst in the series *Free Riders*. The soundtrack, like any Sonic game, is great. The story is actually pretty solid. WhileBefore you read, know that this is the second Sonic game whose main quest I ever beat (first was Black Knight), and will always be nostalgic for me. Now, to the game. People will complain about the controls, to which I agree, to some extent. They are not, however, the worst in the series *Free Riders*. The soundtrack, like any Sonic game, is great. The story is actually pretty solid. While it is the worse game in the storybook saga, it is still a decent game.… Expand
  10. JPK
    Aug 19, 2018
    7
    Decent
    Much Needed Relief After The Conflicting Shadow The Hedgehog And The Massively Disappointing Sonic 06.
  11. SonicSpeedo92
    Jun 19, 2018
    5
    This is the most mediocre Sonic game I've ever played. On one hand, the controls suck, the mission structure is awful, the upgrade structure shouldn't have existed just to make the controls better, and you hear the main theme EVERYWHERE! On the other hand, the locales are interesting, the party mode is fun, the bosses are mostly enjoyable, the story is good, and the music is always as goodThis is the most mediocre Sonic game I've ever played. On one hand, the controls suck, the mission structure is awful, the upgrade structure shouldn't have existed just to make the controls better, and you hear the main theme EVERYWHERE! On the other hand, the locales are interesting, the party mode is fun, the bosses are mostly enjoyable, the story is good, and the music is always as good as ever, despite Seven Rings in Hand repeating everywhere. I personally say spend your money on something else. Secret Rings definitely isn't abysmal, but you could've done more with your money.… Expand
  12. Focaccia
    Mar 12, 2017
    6
    This game is not as catastrophic as Sonic '06 or Sonic and the Black knight, so that's a good start. Overall the game is between a good and okay game. My main problem is the sometimes unresponsive controls, which had me flying off the tracks. The multiplayer was a bad idea, it just damages the game because it just isn't fun. Some levels are pretty good though. If you're a die hard SonicThis game is not as catastrophic as Sonic '06 or Sonic and the Black knight, so that's a good start. Overall the game is between a good and okay game. My main problem is the sometimes unresponsive controls, which had me flying off the tracks. The multiplayer was a bad idea, it just damages the game because it just isn't fun. Some levels are pretty good though. If you're a die hard Sonic fan, this game will surely please, but otherwise if you have a wii, play sonic colours, that game is amazing.… Expand
  13. sonicgamer2004
    Feb 21, 2017
    7
    Secret Rings' plot starts off simple but manages to maintain that simplicity which it's counterpart Black Knight fails to do. If this game was to have one issue, it would be the gameplay. Many of Sonic's movements are assigned to the 2 button and this game is a Wii Remote-only game, meaning the nunchuk cannot be used. Sonic & The Secret Rings has the most underrated soundtrack in theSecret Rings' plot starts off simple but manages to maintain that simplicity which it's counterpart Black Knight fails to do. If this game was to have one issue, it would be the gameplay. Many of Sonic's movements are assigned to the 2 button and this game is a Wii Remote-only game, meaning the nunchuk cannot be used. Sonic & The Secret Rings has the most underrated soundtrack in the franchise's history. Blue On The Run and Let The Speed Mend It are just two of the highlights. The multiplayer mode surprised me at first and is sure to keep your family and friends entertained. As far as the levels and bosses go, there is a great variety but whereas some are challenging and fun, others contain time-wasting missions and horrible objectives. Dino Jungle is one stage in particular to look out for. Not a lot of people recognise Secret Rings as a good Sonic game. In my eyes, the first of the Storybook duo has a lot of fun to be had but there are a few hazards to look out for.… Expand
  14. Coreyhardie
    Aug 5, 2016
    6
    This is and wonky game too control but I had fun with it, story's ok, soundtracks ok, bosses are ok, the gane is just ok, it's strangely overrated, whereas black knight gets much more negativity when that game improved just about everything this game did, yet that one gets **** on, makes no sense!
  15. GamecubeLover
    Jul 26, 2016
    7
    Secret rings is surprisingly good but seriously flawed. Like the confusing story, controls, plot, setting, and much more but there is a lot of great things to offer so this game is fine.
  16. Robinson2511
    May 7, 2015
    5
    This one is... Interesting! The unusual controls are something that can be adapted too with enough time, even if I feel this is an over-emphasis on this motion controls. Being on the rails in a platformer has worked in the past, and could've worked here, what's the problem? 1. Making me backtrack to continue in a stage where moving backwards is a trial, and the camera doesn't turn aroundThis one is... Interesting! The unusual controls are something that can be adapted too with enough time, even if I feel this is an over-emphasis on this motion controls. Being on the rails in a platformer has worked in the past, and could've worked here, what's the problem? 1. Making me backtrack to continue in a stage where moving backwards is a trial, and the camera doesn't turn around so I'm constantly running into things I couldn't have possibly seen coming. 2. Trapping me in tiny rooms where I must homing attack annoying enemies to leave, and all Sonic wants to do is run into the wall, if Sonic controlled more like the usual 3D Sonic game with a bit of motion control here and there, than this game would be much more fun, but as it can get extremely frustrating in the later levels, I won't be coming back in a hurry. Great Visuals and Soundtrack though.… Expand
  17. sdc
    Apr 3, 2015
    7
    It's critical score is 69. That's a great start....
    Well, this game is good, not great, but good. We've got a very long campaign, with a good story, the presentation is sweet, and the gameplay worked very well. But of course, every good thing MUST have it's haters, for the sake of hating. Ugh.
  18. freemik27
    Mar 10, 2015
    7
    Yes this may not be a classic sonic game, but it is very enjoyable and you really should play it if you like sonic game. I really enjoy this game, but there are a few missions that can be a little boring like the dinosuar mission. This also may sound weird but use a wii wheel. Trust me it is MUCH better.
  19. PolisKanin
    Feb 19, 2014
    5
    Decent, but weird plot. The level design is good, but that's where the appeal stops. While playing it, at first I enjoyed it. However, its when I put my controller down and the game kept on going when I realized the game plays itself. The multiplayer mode is like Mario Party's unsuccessful brother.
  20. SonicAndMegaMan
    Feb 19, 2014
    5
    I've played all of the sonic games and I say this game deserves to be in the dark age of sonic. I'm giving a deserving rating trhat this game isn't a bad sonic game. but its hell not a good one, If i rank sonic the hedgehog 06 at a 1 and sonic adventure 2 or battle a 10 this deserves a 5 its the inbetween of a bad game and an ok game. its a solid entry but not good enough to spark my interest
  21. mewkid1234
    Nov 7, 2013
    7
    Meh...this game has it's ups and downs. The gameplay makes sense, but again, another look into a crossover. Aladdin and the Arabian Nights..yep...Sega went there. Well...no matter...the perspective of it seems great and all...but...ehhhhh. You find yourself constantly dying, but keep trying T: Nonetheless...let's get to the point...the controls...OH GOSH, THE CONTROLS...they burn my eyes.Meh...this game has it's ups and downs. The gameplay makes sense, but again, another look into a crossover. Aladdin and the Arabian Nights..yep...Sega went there. Well...no matter...the perspective of it seems great and all...but...ehhhhh. You find yourself constantly dying, but keep trying T: Nonetheless...let's get to the point...the controls...OH GOSH, THE CONTROLS...they burn my eyes. One little nudge and you go so fast, you can't stop. It's basically like a Sonic Adventure game. It's no Sonic 06, but I'll take this game over that. Still...in my thoughts, a good game..… Expand
  22. SuperKurzacz
    Oct 6, 2013
    5
    really bad controls but i got used to it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ya
  23. classicgamer321
    Sep 7, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When nintendo anouced the wii, SEGA made one of the most underrated sonic games ever, Sonic And the secret rings. I really enjoyed this game In fact I read a bunch of reviews before buying it and saw some people comparing it to sonic 06, REALLY? anyway, let's get to the game, first off the story, this game is not your average sonic game instead of being in the regular sonic universe sonic is in an Arabian knights based setting, this game started what was known as the sonic storybook series which were two storybook based games on the wii. All of the characters like tails, knuckles, eggman, etc, are Arabian knights lookalikes and are referred to as names of characters from the legendary story. this is a sonic game where eggman is not the villain, the villian is an evil genie named Erazer who wants to erase the Arabian knights world forever. I really like this story and think that it's a great spinoff for the sonic series, this game is about as simular to sonic games, as super mario sunshine is to mario games, it's a completely new environment and the only thing remaining from the series are rings, that's it. Now moving on to the gamplay, This game uses the wii remote sideways and you tilt the wii remote left and right to steer sonic, it's like playing a racing game on the wii with just the wii remote. you jump by pressing the 2 button, and do a homing attack by thrusting the wii remote forward. yes I admit that these are not the best controls in any sonic game ever, but they are at least decent and fully playable. This game has some of the best level design in a sonic game, levels like sand oasis, and levitated ruin are all great, the graphics are some of the best on the wii and this was the best looking game on the wii at the time of it's release. and the music is great, I love seven rings in hand It's one of my favorite songs in a sonic game. now here's some things that I don't like in the game, sometimes it can get really frustrating, I mean one mission in pirate storm took me over 3 days to complete with about 80 attempts, And I really did not like that mission at all. and you don't just play stages like in the other sonic games, there are about 10 missions and you have to complete about 7 of them before you can unlock the next world, The first mission is run to the goal like a basic sonic stage, but after that, their will be some frustrating and horrible missions where you have to make it to the goal without defeating any enemies, or don't break any jars, or defeat a set number of enemies. And then there are the bosses which are okay, they're basic bosses in 3d sonic games, you just hit the weak spot a couple of times then you're done. and then there's party mode, it's basically a Mario party game but with sonic characters in it, it's like sonic shuffle all over again, only this time it was fun, yes it's not as good as the mario party series, but it's very close. Sonic and the secret rings is one of my favorite sonic games, and one of the most underrated sonic games ever, just because it came after sonic 06 doesn't mean that it's anything like sonic 06. I highly recommend this to all sonic fans.… Expand
  24. SonicKlonoa216
    Mar 26, 2013
    5
    If I had to change my opinion on this game, I'd say it a few words: It is trash. The end. If you're looking for a good Sonic Platformer, Try out either the Sonic Adventure Series, Sonic Colors or Generations. Heck even Shadow the Hedgehog is a much better game than this!
  25. TheQuietGamer
    Jun 13, 2011
    5
    While it works on some degree, this is still a frustrating mess that only the most forgiving Sonic fan could have fun with, before I get to the bad of this game, I'll start with the few good things that this game has, there are some fun missions in the story mode, the graphics are decent, some of the mini games are fun and actually work, and the controls work some times, but the bad farWhile it works on some degree, this is still a frustrating mess that only the most forgiving Sonic fan could have fun with, before I get to the bad of this game, I'll start with the few good things that this game has, there are some fun missions in the story mode, the graphics are decent, some of the mini games are fun and actually work, and the controls work some times, but the bad far out ways the good, most of the story mode is a frustrating mess do to poor design choices and the controls which don't always work, and some of the mini games aren't fun and don't work like they should do to the controls, and the story is stupid and unenjoyable, honestly I can't recommend this to anyone other than die hard Sonic fans.… Expand
  26. joes
    Oct 5, 2009
    7
    horrible story but what i like about this game is it's so cheesy that it's so FUNNY! the game is easy and that makes it a little fun.
  27. TommyH.
    Dec 8, 2007
    6
    The gameplay is OK, but there's a problem that the story doesn't show "the real sonic adventure" for the Sonic fans.
  28. JamesH
    Nov 18, 2007
    5
    Wow, where do I begin. I own and love every other 3-d sonic game invented so far, but this one seems like just another attempt to include the wii's "innovative" control design into an already loved game that results in failure. Even the story is no good. During the opening cut scene I pretty much sat there with my mouth wishing it would end. And also, half the levels don'tWow, where do I begin. I own and love every other 3-d sonic game invented so far, but this one seems like just another attempt to include the wii's "innovative" control design into an already loved game that results in failure. Even the story is no good. During the opening cut scene I pretty much sat there with my mouth wishing it would end. And also, half the levels don't even pertain to the stupid story! Why do I have to go back through the same level and break 5 jars? and more importantly why do I have to go back through the level AGAIN but this time without breaking any jars??? Controls are clunky, and personally when I play wii games with the wii remote held sideways I usually hold facing towards me slightly, so in this game half the time I'm going backwards. Bottom line: 2 hours in, I quit playing and went and did my pre-calc homework. The one thing I do admire is the visuals, and it does occupy your time if you're bored.… Expand
  29. SamP.
    Nov 5, 2007
    5
    The idea and graphics were good. The execution wasn't. You feel as if you have no control over what you do. The controls are bad and unresponsive, and it's another game made that's too easy to appeal to children.
  30. MaxM.
    Apr 29, 2007
    6
    Good game but the start is too slow and boring, does get better towards the end but there are better games out there.
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#39 Best Wii Game of 2007
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#8 Most Shared Wii Game of 2007

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Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 44
  3. Negative: 4 out of 44
  1. Gaming Age
    83
    An encouraging sign that good Sonic games can still be made. I had a tremendous time exploring the different stages and the skill points add a bit of depth to an otherwise straightforward game.
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  2. 1UP
    75
    Although Sega deserves praise for Secret Rings' innovative single-player adventure, the less said about the four-player party mode, the better. It's another low-budget "Mario Party" rip-off that stretches out a few weak gameplay concepts into multiple multiplayer contests.
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  3. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    81
    By no means perfect, but it's still a fantastic game that finally gives the blue blazer the sort of fast-paced, slick action he deserves. It's tricky to master but once you do it really shines. [Mar 2007, p.62]
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