Sonic and the Secret Rings

 Wii
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 20, 2007
User Score
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. MichaelP.
    Feb 21, 2007
    10
    Hands down the best (read fastest) 3D Sonic ever.
  2. LuisT.
    Feb 20, 2007
    10
    Definitely a great game that helps bring Sonic back from the utter garbage that have been the last few console games. Best since SA on Dreamcast!
  3. Ettörillö
    Mar 15, 2007
    10
    Definitely a 10. I'm an adult player, I was born with the atari2600 and enjoyed the NES at the maximum expression. Well, never stop playing, little by little i saw how games were losing something that had the power to become them into an addictive pleasure. Since those years i haven't played a game like this, great design levels (what do you smoke SEGA guys?), so a-doq music, Definitely a 10. I'm an adult player, I was born with the atari2600 and enjoyed the NES at the maximum expression. Well, never stop playing, little by little i saw how games were losing something that had the power to become them into an addictive pleasure. Since those years i haven't played a game like this, great design levels (what do you smoke SEGA guys?), so a-doq music, great difficult not for little kids... and the best partof it, it invites you to try and try and try to get better & you get. Maybe this is the reason because most of the gamers underrated it, you must be a GREAT videogamer to enjoy the whole purpose. Sega, Clap Clap.… Expand
  4. LKnight
    Feb 26, 2007
    10
    I think this game is severely underrated - great sense of speed, great control once you get used to it, tons of unlockables, fun minigames, great level design, etc etc. the RPG-esque leveling-up of sonic and getting new moves makes you want to keep playing as well. This game is easily better than both wario ware and excite truck, and the best sonic since Sonic Rush for the DS.
  5. FnafGamer123
    May 22, 2019
    10
    I'll do say this game is close to solid due to the Wiimotes' motion controls, but the soundtrack sounds great, the graphics are okay, and the cutscenes are decent, because the animation is lazy.
  6. SuperDiegoLego
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Sonic And The Secret Rings Was My Childhood Game When I Got A Wii, It Was The Best Sonic Game Ever Made, It Deserve More Than 6.3 User Score, It's My Favorite Sonic And Wii Game Ever Made.
  7. CodyS.
    Mar 8, 2008
    9
    This game has great control once you get the hang of it. The graphics are pretty good for a Wii game. The only thing bad about this game is the controls don't work right sometimes and that gets very very hard in the middle of the game.
  8. CarlosD.
    May 9, 2007
    9
    Very enjoyable game The controls are very nice. Sonic back to his fastest best. The only think I disliked is the the reverse movement. It does not feel natural. All in all a game that is recommended. Should have received better reviews.
  9. Twili-Knight
    Jun 10, 2007
    9
    I found this a solid game, and quite a step up for the series. I found it used the Wii-mote well, and I believe that this game should be used as the BASIS for all future 3D Sonic games, however like Sonic Rush it has been grouped with an inferior partner and overlooked.
  10. stephenB
    Feb 24, 2007
    9
    this game is fun, and i think it's a cool game. But it has some problems. like the carmra goes wack sometimes, and it gets you relly mad! if you go with your instinks and get to mad and throw the wii romote at the tv then please plase your storey on www.wiihaveaproblem.com
  11. CarlosA.
    Feb 29, 2008
    9
    this game remember me when I play the donkey kong country series on the snes. A new game different than other sonic games like the repetitive sonic heroes and sonic the hedgehog 2006. We need more games of this kind to renew sonic popularity considering that sega have to use all the wii hardware for a exclusive version, not multiplattform games and mediocre graphics.
  12. JoeyR
    Jun 24, 2009
    9
    First off, as I have said time and time again, most of those that post bad reviews give reasons that don't have anything to do with the actual game. Admittedly, the prologue levels were tedious, but with the entirely new gameplay, I personally wouldn't have figured it out during the first level. Yes, the controls do work, surprise surprise. FYI, it takes the position your First off, as I have said time and time again, most of those that post bad reviews give reasons that don't have anything to do with the actual game. Admittedly, the prologue levels were tedious, but with the entirely new gameplay, I personally wouldn't have figured it out during the first level. Yes, the controls do work, surprise surprise. FYI, it takes the position your controller is in while the level is loading and sets that as neutral. Any problems are probably on your end. It's a very good game and the music is not as annoying as its made out to be. It's not monotonous and the levels do pertain to the story. I'm reeeally beginning to doubt whether most of you negative folks have EVER played this game. Honestly. The storyline is good and it appeals to people like me with in-game low attention spans. It's not a bad game. It's decent. It's fun. That's the only thing that matters. Get over it. Stop whining. Play this game, ignore reviewers that haven't played it, rate it based on what you think and not what others think for you, and have the time of your life.… Expand
  13. ChrisC
    Dec 31, 2009
    9
    This is one of my favorite Sonic games to date. However, this is coming from a guy who thinks that the only time Sonic had a really bad deal with with that Sonic 360 game. That's honestly the only bad one. Sonic Heroes was great. Both Adventure games were great. This one, plus The Black Knight was were both great. You know, people need to lessen expectations on Sonic games. This game This is one of my favorite Sonic games to date. However, this is coming from a guy who thinks that the only time Sonic had a really bad deal with with that Sonic 360 game. That's honestly the only bad one. Sonic Heroes was great. Both Adventure games were great. This one, plus The Black Knight was were both great. You know, people need to lessen expectations on Sonic games. This game keeps it very simple. There are tricky spots with the controls where you need to slow down in order to advance, but honestly, Sonic games were never ALL about speed. Sure, he's the blue blur; I get it, the world's fastest hedgehog yadda yadda and speed is his staple, I know. But if you recall, Sonic 3 wasn't all that fast, and that was the second best 2D sonic game ever (first best being Sonic CD). Before I rant too much, give this game a chance. You'll be very pleased. This game ruled. It really did.… Expand
  14. Krossbone
    Feb 3, 2020
    9
    Similar to many of other 2005 to '09 Sonic games in that it has one of the series' best stories. It strays from the usual gameplay and gives us use of the Wii's motion controls, which are kind of janky, hence the 9.
    However, the story, the cutscenes, the graphics, the amazingly fun multiplayer party mode, and enjoyable single-player campaign make this an extremely solid Sonic experience.    Similar to many of other 2005 to '09 Sonic games in that it has one of the series' best stories. It strays from the usual gameplay and gives us use of the Wii's motion controls, which are kind of janky, hence the 9.
    However, the story, the cutscenes, the graphics, the amazingly fun multiplayer party mode, and enjoyable single-player campaign make this an extremely solid Sonic experience.
    More people should talk about this game.    … Expand
  15. VegeST
    Jan 21, 2022
    9
    A least for me - one of the most entertainable and well done Sonic games. Cool story, outrageous graphics (for Wii of cource), interesting and really challanging gameplay - this is Sonic And The Secret Rings. I my opinion every Wii owner must all least play this game.
  16. Blaze_Moeru
    Dec 12, 2022
    9
    NOTE : This review Is telling my experience with the game after playing it again this year after a long time. This review was done with a fresh save.

    Sonic and the secret rings is one of the sonic games that I cherish most. Growing up, I loved to play this game, but as time passed, my wii broke. This year, I decided to start secret rings and black knights from a fresh perspective, as I    NOTE : This review Is telling my experience with the game after playing it again this year after a long time. This review was done with a fresh save.

    Sonic and the secret rings is one of the sonic games that I cherish most. Growing up, I loved to play this game, but as time passed, my wii broke. This year, I decided to start secret rings and black knights from a fresh perspective, as I have not heard much about the game prior to my playthrough this year. I won't spoiler this gem for you, reader, but please. Give Secret Rings a chance! An issue that might be annoying at first, would be the motion controlls. But, you can actually get used to them very quickly! Sonic and the secret rings is one of my favourite sonic games (If not my favourite), and you should give It a try!    … Expand
  17. AlexG.
    Mar 10, 2007
    8
    So far it's a pretty good game. I haven' finished it yet but I've played it enough to get a good taste of the game. There are still aspects of it that need improving like the dialoge. And it's a little frustrating that you don't get the soul gauge until the 4th level, but overall it's a good experience that you can't just blast through like other Sonic games.
  18. DanC
    May 4, 2007
    8
    Amazing graphics, lush gameplay, excellent use of the wiimote. pretty awful storyline, but it lasts ages and the party games are good. by far the best 3D sonic so far. BEST SONIC since sonic advance!
  19. PeterC.
    Apr 12, 2007
    8
    So far I have played this game and I am on the second. This game is fun, but i there are some flaws. First of all i still don't have the soul gauge (hear you get it on the fourth level). Second off Sonic goes to slow, and everytime he jumps he slows down. ( hear he runs faster later on in the game). This game is frustrating at the start, but it seems more rewarding later on.
  20. Sonicphoto
    Aug 29, 2010
    8
    Has a sonic lover, I thought the game in general was a nice fun spin off experience of the blue hedgehog. Yet, it never convinces you that this is the best gameplay for a sonic game, the sonic adventure formula remains being the better formula. This is mainly because the controls are not always responsive, that occasionally you will fail a stage because of the controls, not because youHas a sonic lover, I thought the game in general was a nice fun spin off experience of the blue hedgehog. Yet, it never convinces you that this is the best gameplay for a sonic game, the sonic adventure formula remains being the better formula. This is mainly because the controls are not always responsive, that occasionally you will fail a stage because of the controls, not because you were doing things wrong. Yet, it's still playable and it offers great opportunity to start very close to where you fall. It's definitely fast at times, and its definitely a thrilling ride all the way through that sonic fans should check out.… Expand
  21. JRcade
    Nov 14, 2010
    8
    By Far my favorite sonic game this generation, it took many aspects of SEGA as a whole to create a wonderful experience. For Once in a sonic game, The Cast of Characters was insignificant allowing room for more focus on the gameplay of the one playable character, Sonic, to be frank who hasn't had such a game since Sonic 3D blast over 10 years ago. The StoryBook team seemed to take aBy Far my favorite sonic game this generation, it took many aspects of SEGA as a whole to create a wonderful experience. For Once in a sonic game, The Cast of Characters was insignificant allowing room for more focus on the gameplay of the one playable character, Sonic, to be frank who hasn't had such a game since Sonic 3D blast over 10 years ago. The StoryBook team seemed to take a radically different approach here; choosing to use corporate history rather than mascot history in it's development. The On-rails arcade action was in my eyes a vast improvement for the sonic series considering many of the 3D games coming before it. The Added RPG element however was a bit of a hindrance, although finally achieving that sonic speed is an effort well earned while playing through the game. Another plus in it's lineup were the visuals in which for the time, were stellar from a 3rd party company. The cut-scenes although not CGI, added to the story element of the game, which for me was for all the better. The one MAJOR roadblock in the game for many players was the bi-polar difficulty encountered progressively through the game. If your looking for a better than average sonic game, with a bit of challenge, this is your game.… Expand
  22. LaytonLink1
    Nov 4, 2012
    8
    This game is great. Sure the controls aren't that responsive but it is a brilliant game. The first exclusive Sonic game for the wii has paid off and has put sonic back to his roots. The game has many missions and stages. The game also has storybook cutscenes and CGI cutscenes too. Sonic and the Secret rings also has an RPG element to it which works quite well. This game will keep youThis game is great. Sure the controls aren't that responsive but it is a brilliant game. The first exclusive Sonic game for the wii has paid off and has put sonic back to his roots. The game has many missions and stages. The game also has storybook cutscenes and CGI cutscenes too. Sonic and the Secret rings also has an RPG element to it which works quite well. This game will keep you playing for hours on end for it's missions, stages and the multiplayer which is all-right.The Soundtrack is very good and has a rock style to it which Sonic will love. Overall: Sonic and the Secret Rings is worth getting if your a sonic fan but it you don't like using the wii remote you won't like the game.A brilliant Package. Gameplay:7.5/10 Music:8.5/10 Graphics:8.5/10 Story:9/10 Replay Value:8.5/10… Expand
  23. catman1132000
    Jul 26, 2014
    8
    This is a good game. it isn't great but it is still a good game. I would recommend it but note that the controls are kinda crappy. Overall it is an alright game.
  24. Luigibros
    Jan 3, 2017
    8
    Sonic controls like a car... what? Nobody asked for this, but it's still good imo, graphics suck for the Wii and in general, but nobody cares about graphics
  25. MetalsReviews
    Dec 22, 2017
    8
    Strentghs:
    Fun Gameplay (Sometimes)
    Good Story
    Great ingame graphics

    Weaknesses:
    Cutscenes look lazy
    Erazor Djin sounds totally disinterested.
  26. Miles_Grimm94
    Sep 27, 2020
    8
    Un sonic che onestamente (anche se diverso dagli altri, assieme a The black knight) è ben realizzato, con delle sfide chi metteranno a dirà prova, anche se inizialmente bisognerà abituarsi ai controlli di movimento un po instabili. Un gioco che ti permette di godere a pieno una storia fuori dagli standard di sonic
  27. SanSeMat
    Aug 31, 2020
    8
    Одна из последних нормальных игр про Соника. Геймплейно это runner, но не смотря на корридорность игра всё равно бросает вызов и нет, не из за управления, которое на мой взгляд вполне себе хорошее для Wii. Так же в этой игре довольно необычный сюжет для серии. Спойлерить его я не буду, но что самое удивительное здесь Соник себя не ведёт как придурок или легкомысленная сволочь. Он в меруОдна из последних нормальных игр про Соника. Геймплейно это runner, но не смотря на корридорность игра всё равно бросает вызов и нет, не из за управления, которое на мой взгляд вполне себе хорошее для Wii. Так же в этой игре довольно необычный сюжет для серии. Спойлерить его я не буду, но что самое удивительное здесь Соник себя не ведёт как придурок или легкомысленная сволочь. Он в меру серьёзный и довольно жестокий как бы это странно не звучало. В целом Sonic And The Secret Rings довольно качественная игра, а по сравнению с Sonic 2006 просто шедевр, советую к прохождению.… Expand
  28. DustinB.
    Apr 6, 2007
    7
    When it's good it's very good, and when it's bad you may want to snap the disk in half. There are moments and levels where you're racing through at breakneck speed bouncing of enemies and bumbers and it's a blast. Then there will be the levels where you're spending all your time walking backwards and fighting to the controls. Many of the levels are FAR to When it's good it's very good, and when it's bad you may want to snap the disk in half. There are moments and levels where you're racing through at breakneck speed bouncing of enemies and bumbers and it's a blast. Then there will be the levels where you're spending all your time walking backwards and fighting to the controls. Many of the levels are FAR to unforgiving, one tiny misstep and you've lost. It seems that some of the level designers didn't know what game they were making. Still, if you give the game a chance and power through some of the awful bits, there's a lot of fun to be had. It is a deeply flawed game, but also one with a lot of potential.… Expand
  29. 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.
  30. ClayA.
    Feb 26, 2007
    7
    Sonic and the Secret Rings has yet again served little more than to disappoint. The cons of the game? Most importantly, there are factors that seem to continually hinder the main selling point of the game - the speed. The entire catylitic concept of the whole Sonic series is the speed. I find it frustrating that I have too little control over it, and its almost impossible to maintain a Sonic and the Secret Rings has yet again served little more than to disappoint. The cons of the game? Most importantly, there are factors that seem to continually hinder the main selling point of the game - the speed. The entire catylitic concept of the whole Sonic series is the speed. I find it frustrating that I have too little control over it, and its almost impossible to maintain a consistent, ever-increasing speed throughout a given stage. Add that to the minimal interaction and linear gameplay of the Adventure mode, throw in the repetitive, sometimes boring maps that get old quickly... and you have a tough recipe to make a great game out of. The pros of Sonic & TSR are by far the music, graphics and innovation. The gameplay can be a bit clunky at times, but the controls are fun. Great graphics for the most part, as comparable to the rest of the Sonic series. The music was a surprise as well, making it a fresh highlight. Those elements intertwined well with the unique level designs, and made it more interesting. All in all, a cool game to check out, but readily forgettable. Its only saving grace are the many minigames and unlockables, which may boost the replay value and offer a bit of a respite from the main mode's repetition and frustration.… Expand
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#39 Best Wii Game of 2007
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#6 Most Discussed 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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