Sonic Colors

 Wii
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Nov 16, 2010
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 58
  3. Negative: 1 out of 58
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  1. Gamer Limit
    Nov 26, 2010
    70
    Colors is a definite improvement on Sonic Unleashed. By no means is Colors the 3D Sonic you've been waiting for, but if you can get through all the frustration, there is a lot of fun to be had in this package.
  2. GamePro
    Nov 23, 2010
    70
    Thanks to the added dimension brought by the new powers and the slimmed down presentation, Sonic Colors is a fine example of a modern platforming title as well as the best 3D Sonic to come out in many years. It is the less-heralded of the two Sonic games to be released this year, but it is the one most deserving of a purchase.
  3. Level7.nu
    Nov 19, 2010
    70
    The latest game featuring Sonic is a mixed experience. It's the best Sonic-game since the 2D Sonic games and it's a fast, beautiful game with a lot of great levels that you can play many times over and over. But the controls can cause quite some problems and the multiplayer part isn't as good as it could have been.
  5. Wired
    Nov 18, 2010
    70
    A giant leap forward for Sega's mascot. It represents the first time in more than a decade that I have enjoyed a Sonic game.
  6. Gamereactor Denmark
    Nov 18, 2010
    70
    The steering lacks precision, and the quality of the level design is a bit wobbly at times. But Sonic Colours still surprises with its quality, and it seems that Sega and Team Sonic have finally understood what makes a good, modern Sonic game. One of the strongest Sonic games in ages.
  7. PALGN
    Nov 15, 2010
    70
    Sonic Colours is Sega's first step in the right direction towards making a great Sonic game, but they're not quite there yet. This isn't the second coming of Sonic, but it's fun enough for kids and fans of the series.
  8. Gamestyle
    Nov 14, 2010
    70
    There is still work to be done on this series; the physics still need work and the difficulty still needs to be more carefully balanced. However, it's hard to hate any aspect of this game, even the parts that don't work so well, as it's the most successful attempt yet at recapturing the magic of the original games.
  9. Metro GameCentral
    Nov 11, 2010
    70
    The road to Sonic's redemption is a long one, but this is a much surer step towards it than any other game in the last 15+ years.
  10. Game Informer
    Nov 9, 2010
    70
    Sonic Team's most recent Wii offering is evidence that it's attempting to claw its way out of a deep grave crammed with disappointing titles. Some diehard Sonic fans with unlimited patience may find enjoyment here, but the rest of us should pick up one of Sonic's fully 2D titles until they get it right.
  11. GamesRadar+
    Nov 9, 2010
    70
    It both loves and hates the player, and this degree of love or hate depends on the type of player. Some could find its frustrations unforgiveable, while others will delight in its cornucopia of exploratory offerings.
  12. Gamereactor Sweden
    Nov 9, 2010
    70
    Sonic Colours is by far the best Sonic game in ages with nice graphics, high speeds and fresh platforming ideas. Recommended for gamers of all ages.
  13. GameTrailers
    Nov 9, 2010
    64
    Apart from a few brief glimpses of hope, Sonic Colors is a bit of a disappointment. Haphazard levels and unresponsive controls have been the bane of 3D Sonic games, and Colors does little to address these issues. It attempts to mask its shortcomings with shiny new trinkets that only briefly distract you from the glaring flaws.
  14. D+PAD Magazine
    Nov 28, 2010
    60
    Niggles aside, Sonic Colours is a step in the right direction, albeit a well overdue one and is for the most part an entertaining ride. It's just a shame that the domineering conclusion from the final product is promise, still leaving us waiting for the definitive 3D Sonic title.
  15. Edge Magazine
    Nov 24, 2010
    60
    A collection of ideas executed with variable success, which at times coalesce to form an effective whole, and at others feel like flashy distractions from an otherwise unambitious central formula. [Christmas 2010]
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  16. Guardian
    Nov 11, 2010
    60
    Sonic Colours never feels like a world you want to hang out in. There are smart ideas and neat challenges here, but in the end there's probably too much stuff and the untidy interface makes it hard to get at the goodies.
  17. Gamekult
    Nov 9, 2010
    60
    Not great enough to bring Sonic back to the pantheon of heroes from platform games, Sonic Colours is still a pleasant game which maybe lack a bit of originality and substance.

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#30 Best Wii Game of 2010
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#3 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2010
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#4 Most Shared Wii Game of 2010

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 586 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 449 out of 586
  2. Mixed: 98 out of 586
  3. Negative: 39 out of 586
  1. TheBrain
    Nov 16, 2010
    10
    It's a mixture of 3D awesomeness and 2D action adding some catchy music and a difficulty that really challenges your stuff. Buying this gameIt's a mixture of 3D awesomeness and 2D action adding some catchy music and a difficulty that really challenges your stuff. Buying this game would be the right choice for any Sonic fan.… Full Review »
  2. Zeph
    Nov 16, 2010
    9
    I can't be too critical of this game, compared to the quality of Sonic games in years past, Sonic Colors paints the way forward for a newI can't be too critical of this game, compared to the quality of Sonic games in years past, Sonic Colors paints the way forward for a new generation of 3D sonic games. The game uses the camera smartly, and transitions from 2D mode to 3D are actually VERY creative (like in one part, sonic will do a 270 degree turn around a fountain to shift from 2D to 3D), which if you remember Sonic Heroes, yeah, you won't have those issues here. The Wisps are used well, they don't seem underused or overused to me. Why? Because Sonic is supposed to be a fast blue blur for most of the action, not using some weird gimmick 75% of the time. The levels are well... beautiful. They are easily some of the best graphics a Wii game has ever seen. Gameplay wise, it has a few knots here and there (hence a non-perfect rating), Ive gotten trapped in an area once before requiring restart, and some of the pitfalls were rather... cheap, but aside from that, this game has great appeal to any Sonic fan young or old.… Full Review »
  3. Cbart13
    Dec 30, 2021
    0
    Game is extremely overrated. Horrible story, horrible characterization of main characters, 85% of game is 2D. Stages look un-natural becauseGame is extremely overrated. Horrible story, horrible characterization of main characters, 85% of game is 2D. Stages look un-natural because most of the game is just floating platforms. Game is probably around a 5, but just for the simple fact that it has a higher score than Sonic Generations and the masterpiece that is Sonic Unleashed, I’m giving it a 0. Still better than Forces tho. Forces gets a -10.… Full Review »
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