Sonic Unleashed

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  1. AndrewM
    Dec 6, 2008
    9
    What I was looking for in a sonic game was a suitable follow-up to the Sonic Adventure series. and secret rings didn't cut it. this is the closest they have come ever since they put out sonic heroes. i love the werehog levels where you actually have to slow down and think your way through an area, and take out your frustration on the miserable little ghouls that wreak terror on the What I was looking for in a sonic game was a suitable follow-up to the Sonic Adventure series. and secret rings didn't cut it. this is the closest they have come ever since they put out sonic heroes. i love the werehog levels where you actually have to slow down and think your way through an area, and take out your frustration on the miserable little ghouls that wreak terror on the townsfolk. the only three things I found to be potentially problematic is 1. no camera controls, which can get pretty frustrating in werehog levels 2. hardly any 'spinball' action for sonic. ( I mean, the most fundemental part of sonic removed?? ) 3. chip. he just sounds so cheesy. and when all of a sudden he is a god (SPOILER ALERT) that kinda turned me off the whole story. besides that, this really takes the cake as a fenominal continuation of the sonic franchise… Expand
  2. Shrekening
    Feb 24, 2017
    8
    Sonic Unleashed is actually best played on the Wii. This version has great controls and level design that's much more well laid-out. Another good addition was the removal of medal hunting and hubworlds giving you more time in the action. What was a mediocre game on PS3 is brilliant on Wii.
  3. MetaRyan
    Sep 11, 2012
    9
    While often overshadowed by its HD twin, Sonic Unleashed Wii is, in many ways, better. And no, the Werehog sections aren't as bad as some would make you believe.
    This game is split into 2 level types: Day and Night. The day stages are simply amazing. The 3D sections are the best 3D sections in any Sonic game to date - yes, better than Adventure, better than Colors, and better than    While often overshadowed by its HD twin, Sonic Unleashed Wii is, in many ways, better. And no, the Werehog sections aren't as bad as some would make you believe.
    This game is split into 2 level types: Day and Night. The day stages are simply amazing. The 3D sections are the best 3D sections in any Sonic game to date - yes, better than Adventure, better than Colors, and better than Generations only because Generations' controls aren't tight. The 2D sections are fun too, though they seem a little too on-rails compared to Colors' Wisp Power-ups. The night sections... well, although they aren't great, they still are fun at times, and the motion controls make the night stages far superior to the HD version's. The boss fights (both day and night) are among the best 3D Sonic bosses to date.
    The graphics are top-notch. The game has some of the best graphics on the Wii, and definitely had the best graphics at the time it was released (yes, better than Super Mario Galaxy's). The sound is great too. The day stages' music are some of the Sonic series' finest, the night stages' music fits perfectly, and even the hub and menu music will get stuck in your head. My only complaint in this department is Jason Griffith's voice acting as Normal Sonic (Werehog Sonic's VAing is fine).
    Overall, Sonic Unleashed Wii is a great game. The night stages change the pace and have interesting gameplay, but it's the day stages that make the game. Buy this game if you have a Wii.
    Sonic Gameplay: 10
    Werehog Gameplay: 7
    Graphics: 9.5
    Sound: 9.5
    Replay Value: 8.5
    Overall: 9/10    … Expand
  4. TharosTheDragon
    Nov 4, 2016
    10
    Best Sonic game I've ever played. I have many complaints about the original 2D Sonic and this game fixes all of them. The fast-paced levels are designed to keep you moving all the way through rather than to stop you and slow you down, and it's clear that Sonic works so much better in 3D because you can see what's coming and react to it. I'm a big exploration gamer and secret hunter, andBest Sonic game I've ever played. I have many complaints about the original 2D Sonic and this game fixes all of them. The fast-paced levels are designed to keep you moving all the way through rather than to stop you and slow you down, and it's clear that Sonic works so much better in 3D because you can see what's coming and react to it. I'm a big exploration gamer and secret hunter, and this game not only provides secrets to be found in the many different routes of the fast levels but also provides a whole separate game mode where you slow down and explore levels at a moderate pace. This gives the game great variety which I also like. And then there are unlockable puzzle levels that impressively combine the two radically different play styles into one.… Expand
  5. BenG
    Sep 8, 2009
    10
    Best Wii game and one of the best Sonic games to date. Better than I expected. Play it and see. To Tom C "The worst part about this game is the fact that the sonic sections are by far the greatest 3d sonic ever." How does that make sense? Yes Sonic Unleashed is one of the best and most important gaming experiences we've ever played, but the fact the game also includes werehog somehow Best Wii game and one of the best Sonic games to date. Better than I expected. Play it and see. To Tom C "The worst part about this game is the fact that the sonic sections are by far the greatest 3d sonic ever." How does that make sense? Yes Sonic Unleashed is one of the best and most important gaming experiences we've ever played, but the fact the game also includes werehog somehow undoes that? Where are people's values? If someone is to deducts points for the werehog it should be minimal, that is if you insist on deducting points at all, because if you do, it is misleading, and it implies we should be avoiding great gameplay just because the total package isn't consistent.… Expand
  6. SonicT22
    Mar 24, 2017
    9
    This game is pretty good on the Wii version the only bad things i can say about it is 1. Forced motion controls on Night Stages 2. HOLOSKA NIGHT STAGES 3. Egg Lancer is pretty unfair but the game has more redeeming qualities than things that hurt its score GOOD THINGS: 1. Final Boss is more fair 2. NO FORCES BUTTON MASHING/QUICK TIME EVENTS 3. Overworld is easier to navigate 4.EggmanlandThis game is pretty good on the Wii version the only bad things i can say about it is 1. Forced motion controls on Night Stages 2. HOLOSKA NIGHT STAGES 3. Egg Lancer is pretty unfair but the game has more redeeming qualities than things that hurt its score GOOD THINGS: 1. Final Boss is more fair 2. NO FORCES BUTTON MASHING/QUICK TIME EVENTS 3. Overworld is easier to navigate 4.Eggmanland isn't 20 MINUTES LONG 5.Takes effort to 100% 6. The game has a better live system than the PS3/360 Version 7. Pause sound isn't a Doorbell with all of those together is goes 7/3 good wins!!! so with my powers whatever I give thee 9/10 yay yay confetti!!!… Expand
  7. BloodS.1
    Jan 28, 2010
    9
    The daytime stages in Sonic Unleashed are actually the new part to the game - the Werehog stages are just the original Sonic games plus lots of fighting minus enemies throughout each level and incredibly badly placed spikes and enemies. The only problem I have with the game is the fact that the werehog stages are twice as long as the daytime stages. Otherwise, the game is better than any The daytime stages in Sonic Unleashed are actually the new part to the game - the Werehog stages are just the original Sonic games plus lots of fighting minus enemies throughout each level and incredibly badly placed spikes and enemies. The only problem I have with the game is the fact that the werehog stages are twice as long as the daytime stages. Otherwise, the game is better than any other Sonic game I've played - including the classics.… Expand
  8. MichaelD.
    Nov 24, 2008
    8
    Sonic unleashed is fun! plain and simple. The daytime stages are a blast to play (literally) and sonic is faster than ever before! what really adds to the fun is the ability to drift around tight turns witch surprisingly works for the game, not against it. The night time stages on the other hand, isn't really that awesome, but it also isn't really that bad, in these stages you Sonic unleashed is fun! plain and simple. The daytime stages are a blast to play (literally) and sonic is faster than ever before! what really adds to the fun is the ability to drift around tight turns witch surprisingly works for the game, not against it. The night time stages on the other hand, isn't really that awesome, but it also isn't really that bad, in these stages you lumber around and beat the crud out of baddies, and these constant brawls don't really get too repetitive, thanks to a slew of cool butt whooping moves. also after every night time level you get a bunch of points that are applied to your stats which (if you get enough) can level you up or earn you new moves! In general, after you peel away the layers of "meh" gimmicks, an awesome adrenalin pumping platform is revealed! This is a step forward for the sonic franchise but he still has miles to go before he can get his 1991 fame back. Buy sonic unleashed for the good it has to offer, it blocks out the "so-so."… Expand
  9. MarvinM
    Aug 28, 2009
    9
    Honestly, at first I was hesitant about purchasing this game due to its low ratings. But after playing through it for a couple of hours, I have to say, I certainly don't regret purchasing Sonic Unleashed. The night levels aren't as bad as you'd think; I think it's quite entertaining to bash those creatures around. Also, the game's got some great replay value Honestly, at first I was hesitant about purchasing this game due to its low ratings. But after playing through it for a couple of hours, I have to say, I certainly don't regret purchasing Sonic Unleashed. The night levels aren't as bad as you'd think; I think it's quite entertaining to bash those creatures around. Also, the game's got some great replay value because you can unlock many missions, some even entirely new stages. The graphics and music were also great, even for a console like the Wii. So if you're a Sonic fan, go ahead and buy it. If not, consider renting it and taking it for a spin (no pun intended).… Expand
  10. JoeyR
    Jun 24, 2009
    8
    OK, here goes. The daylight levels are very much like the original Sonic gameplay. In fact, Sega brought back for those levels everything that gamers have been whining about not being there since Sonic Adventure. Yet, when given exactly what they asked for, they still complain. The Werehog levels are fun, although the Wii version didn't need 3x the number of Werehog levels. Still, OK, here goes. The daylight levels are very much like the original Sonic gameplay. In fact, Sega brought back for those levels everything that gamers have been whining about not being there since Sonic Adventure. Yet, when given exactly what they asked for, they still complain. The Werehog levels are fun, although the Wii version didn't need 3x the number of Werehog levels. Still, its a fun game and I don't get why people don't like it. The only thing that matters is: Do you think it's fun? Don't examine everything critically, that only ruins the experience. Play the game just to play the game. Ignore what the reviewers have said and make your own unbiased opinion. Have fun. Stop whining. Play the game before you create an opinion of it. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.… Expand
  11. JosephM.
    Nov 18, 2008
    10
    This game is truly a sign of greater things to come in the Sonic. It is as if they lifted the curse of bad titles with this one; an almost true return to 2d gameplay glory. I found little annoyances with the Wii version's control scheme and the game is rather easy to get into. I was surprised at how much better the visuals actually are than what I saw in trailers and screenshots. This game is truly a sign of greater things to come in the Sonic. It is as if they lifted the curse of bad titles with this one; an almost true return to 2d gameplay glory. I found little annoyances with the Wii version's control scheme and the game is rather easy to get into. I was surprised at how much better the visuals actually are than what I saw in trailers and screenshots. Then again, most wii games look better when you play it in person. The boss battles at day are similar to that of Sonic Advance 2, where you keep up the fast pace, rather than fight a stationary boss. A great transition from 2d to 3d, finally. This title is a breath of fresh air for the Wii.… Expand
  12. AntonioD.
    Nov 24, 2008
    9
    Ok! The stages,graphics,music, and fast paced sonic is a real success in the game, but after the cool sonic epoch( a certain time), we get the werehog sonic. Sure the werehog is an impediment in your gaming, and the fact that it takes to long to complete the stages is sort of besot and a hindrance but it is not all that bad. People normally hate games that that take 3 hours to complete, Ok! The stages,graphics,music, and fast paced sonic is a real success in the game, but after the cool sonic epoch( a certain time), we get the werehog sonic. Sure the werehog is an impediment in your gaming, and the fact that it takes to long to complete the stages is sort of besot and a hindrance but it is not all that bad. People normally hate games that that take 3 hours to complete, and love games like twilight princess. The sonic levels may start out boring, but as you get farther in the game, you tend to get a grasp on this sonics' controls and like it. Over all, i give this game an 82%, but next time when Wii 2 is out, Nitendo better go all out!… Expand
  13. LaytonLink1
    Nov 3, 2012
    9
    Before this game arrived I loved certian sonic but then this game came. It's a brilliant game and the best 3D sonic game. The game is not perfect but it is still very amazing. The only flaw with the game is the controls for the wherehog but you can use the classic controller. The Graphics are brilliant in this game and the cutscenes are amazing.
    The game plays realy well and the Day time    Before this game arrived I loved certian sonic but then this game came. It's a brilliant game and the best 3D sonic game. The game is not perfect but it is still very amazing. The only flaw with the game is the controls for the wherehog but you can use the classic controller. The Graphics are brilliant in this game and the cutscenes are amazing.
    The game plays realy well and the Day time stages ae just outstanding and the enviroment is brilliant.
    The hub world is diffrent to the HD versions but that isn't bad. The replay value is very good and you can unlock many extras like art.
    Overall: This is the best Sonic game to date even with the wherehog. The Gameplay is brilliant in the Day time stages and the night time stages are allright. For a sonic fan this is a must get.Also the soundtrack is even better and it sounds brilliant.
    Gameplay:8/10
    Music:10/10
    Graphics:8/10
    Presentaion:9/10
    Extra Value:8/10
    Overall:9/10    … Expand
  14. SonicmanMW3
    Jul 25, 2013
    8
    sonic Unleashed is one of the best Wii games you can get that not from Nintendo. The Wii port is the second best port of the game (Xbox 360 port being the best.) the Wii port is fun as on other systems. The day time stages are best part of the game while the night time stages are slow and combat base, but still fun and fast pact in combat. The graphtes are great for Wii standards and thesonic Unleashed is one of the best Wii games you can get that not from Nintendo. The Wii port is the second best port of the game (Xbox 360 port being the best.) the Wii port is fun as on other systems. The day time stages are best part of the game while the night time stages are slow and combat base, but still fun and fast pact in combat. The graphtes are great for Wii standards and the controls works perfect. The story work and easy to understand. Sonic Unleashed is a game a sonic fan should own in hisher collection.… Expand
  15. spellboy555
    Oct 5, 2013
    8
    This game was a very nice sonic game. I admit it may have its flaws (Like too many were-hog stages) But at least they were enjoyable. The fast paced action and humor give this game my rating of 8
  16. Mr-X
    Apr 13, 2014
    10
    This game is a Wii highlight. Don't pass out because it's the "inferior" version. I love this game. All of the day stages are extremely well designed, and I can tolerate the later Werehog stages, To me, they actually pass by quickly, and I get a kick out of beating the hell out of anything that moves.
    This game's only flaw is that the daytime stages are too short, and occasionally bug    This game is a Wii highlight. Don't pass out because it's the "inferior" version. I love this game. All of the day stages are extremely well designed, and I can tolerate the later Werehog stages, To me, they actually pass by quickly, and I get a kick out of beating the hell out of anything that moves.
    This game's only flaw is that the daytime stages are too short, and occasionally bug out. One such case is a certain spring robot used to shortcut your way through Adabat can turn "invisible" and cause you to pass through it.
    The game, overall, has a nice flow to things, and the daytime stages are definately the highlight. There's just some satisfaction of getting an S on a flawless Eggmanland run. To get the sought-after S, you need to become well-aware of the best route, and lies ahead on it. The results can surprise even the most experienced player. Non-hackers can beat Adabat in under 2:00 if they know what they're doing.    … Expand
  17. BlueSpeed
    Nov 26, 2015
    9
    Awesome game to the Sonic the hedgehog series.Sonic is so fast,even faster than in generations.Even though the werehog stages in this game is not bad,but i recommend you doing the day stages.
  18. HumanAfterAll16
    Jan 18, 2016
    9
    How much you love Sonic Unleashed really just depends on how you approach it. About half or less of the game is blindingly fast speed, half or more is slower paced platforming and beat-em-up combat. Personally, I enjoyed the Werehog stages quite a bit... Not as much as the Hedgehog stages, but if you treat them like what they are, they're actually very fun. The Wii was a system full ofHow much you love Sonic Unleashed really just depends on how you approach it. About half or less of the game is blindingly fast speed, half or more is slower paced platforming and beat-em-up combat. Personally, I enjoyed the Werehog stages quite a bit... Not as much as the Hedgehog stages, but if you treat them like what they are, they're actually very fun. The Wii was a system full of great platformers like the SNES of old, and if you're planning on trying one of Sonic's ventures for the system, I'd honestly suggest Unleashed before all. Fun, varied gameplay, great soundtrack, solid graphics, fairly cheap to purchase these days. All around solid game.… Expand
  19. GamecubeLover
    Jul 26, 2016
    10
    The werehog stages are great but can get repetitive. The day stages are probably the best part of the game you feel like the fastest thing alive actually. The graphics are beautiful and the controls are great. The boss battles are amazing too. The story is a bit cliche but I can deal with it. So this game is my 7th or 6th favorite sonic game.
  20. Wobbuffet
    Jul 12, 2017
    8
    While yes the game has bad wherehog level design, the camera leaves a lot to be desired, and Chip can get annoying at the beginning for already seasoned players with his tutorials, however, the game still has a cool Sonic-esq story and funny situations with Eggman and friends. Finally, the final boss feels like a boss. (Dark Gaia, not Eggman).
  21. buzzspark
    Sep 8, 2017
    8
    When I put in this game after holding on to it with thirty minutes game time for nearly six years, I expected to be thoroughly disappointed. I've heard many things about Unleashed's Wii version, ranging from unresponsive controls, to an overabundance of night levels, to a lack of content, to lower graphics, to tedious motion controls. But, even with all this bad reception, I marched onWhen I put in this game after holding on to it with thirty minutes game time for nearly six years, I expected to be thoroughly disappointed. I've heard many things about Unleashed's Wii version, ranging from unresponsive controls, to an overabundance of night levels, to a lack of content, to lower graphics, to tedious motion controls. But, even with all this bad reception, I marched on forward and ended up being thoroughly surprised! Sonic Unleashed greatly retains the classic series' fast, action-packed gameplay, while also bringing in some much needed variation in the form of a slower, puzzle-based platforming beat-em-up. Take this as you will, as a sign that I'm not a Sonic fan (which i'm not), when I say that I liked the night stages a lot more than the daytime levels. The motion controls are fun, and there are tons of special moves, on top of blocks, evasion, and AoE combo attacks. The graphics are great, even with console limitations. Some people'd say the whole idea of a werehog is stupid, but I think it's interesting and a welcome deviation from the franchise's long history of bad 3D games. This is one of the best Wii experiences to date, and possibly even one of the best Sonic games, not like there was much to contend with in the first place!… Expand
  22. SaltyShellduck
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    This is honestly my favourite 3D Sonic game. This is probably the fastest Sonic has and will ever go, and I even enjoyed the Werehog stages! Sonic Team was moving forward, but then started to move back with Lost World...
  23. Criti-Wise
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    *knock knock* "Is that my childhood knocking at the door?"

    This is honestly the best 3d Sonic game I've played so far, along with Heroes. The voice acting's impressive, the story's interesting, the visuals are still great today (wait, this is the Wii version), and I don't care what you guys say about the werehog. You don't have to play/like this, but if you like speed and combat, then    *knock knock* "Is that my childhood knocking at the door?"

    This is honestly the best 3d Sonic game I've played so far, along with Heroes. The voice acting's impressive, the story's interesting, the visuals are still great today (wait, this is the Wii version), and I don't care what you guys say about the werehog. You don't have to play/like this, but if you like speed and combat, then at least consider this.    … Expand
  24. PacMax
    Oct 6, 2018
    8
    Easily the best Sonic game ever, fast-paced and crazy daytime stages and slow-but intense nighttime sections and great visuals create a thrill-enduring experience. It’s Sonic, and boy, does it finally feel like it!
  25. Oscar0919
    Mar 17, 2019
    8
    This an okay sonic game is pretty fun but there is a couple of glitches....but okay
  26. sosuss
    Apr 4, 2019
    9
    in ps3 and xbox version you can travel around the maps but in this one no.and eggmanland is seperate in this version. its one of the bestest wii games ı ever played but it have little mistakes
  27. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    9
    10/10 -----------------------------------------------------------------------
  28. SPARKY358gaming
    Jun 19, 2022
    9
    The game is quite fun, i would say that in comparison to it's xbox 360 and ps3 counterparts, which have much higher highs and much lower lows the wii version is more consistent.
    The day stages aren't as exhilarating but the night stages aren't as tedious, in part thanks to the motion controls which turn the werehog sections from annoying button mashing to button mashing with a little more    The game is quite fun, i would say that in comparison to it's xbox 360 and ps3 counterparts, which have much higher highs and much lower lows the wii version is more consistent.
    The day stages aren't as exhilarating but the night stages aren't as tedious, in part thanks to the motion controls which turn the werehog sections from annoying button mashing to button mashing with a little more engagement.
    There is support for Wiimote & nunchuck, classic or GameCube controllers, thus making the game accessible to people who might not fancy the motion aspect of the game.
    The movement feels very nice, very rarely did i find it annoying or frustrating, the hardest thing is learning the controls as nintendo is always uses "non-standard" so to say controls.
    The story is good enough, you aren't buying the game for it that's for sure.
    In comparison to the ps2 version the wii version looks much better, but that's expected from a console that is supposedly from the 7th generation.
    The voice acting is lacking at times, but it's not bad or anything, just not amazing.

    I recommend the game and i can't find any flaws that create large problems or disruptions.    … Expand
  29. FarmYard_Gaming
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    One of the most complete Wii games I've ever played. Looks pretty good, has a stellar soundtrack, thrilling speed, a genuinely enjoyable story that got me into Sonic and the motion controls are very well done.
  30. drywall
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. literally the best video game ever created. this can be attributed to the fact that it was not created by sega or sonic team, but by god himself. #miraclefromgod… Expand
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#89 Best Wii Game of 2008
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#4 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2008
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#12 Most Shared Wii Game of 2008

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66

Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. Game Informer
    65
    The Wii version has less annoying traits than the others and still retains all the usual mediocrity. The motion-control elements in the Werehog levels add an extra dimension to the action, and the hub worlds are entirely text-based and aren’t nearly as annoying. If you can stand the diminished graphics, the Wii version actually edges out the PS3 and 360 entries.
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  2. IGN
    72
    Sonic Unleashed is half great game and half tedious gimmick.
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  3. Nintendo Power
    80
    If you don't mind some fisticuffs mixed into your high-speed thrills, give Sonic Unleashed a shot. [Holiday 2008, p.80]
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