Sonic Adventure 2

 Xbox 360
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 132 Ratings

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  1. Edork
    Dec 17, 2012
    10
    What can I honestly say? If you're just getting into the series or want to relive your childhood, this game is totally worth it. Fingers crossed for a Sonic Adventure 3 :)
  2. Plaidman86
    Nov 12, 2012
    9
    I don't know why everyone keeps bashing this game. It's still the same Sonic Adventure 2 that was released in 2001 but with a nice facelift. In my opinion it's the last great Sonic game made and one of the greatest, final games of the Dreamcast. Yeah it would'a been nice if they fixed issues with controls, the camera, and the sound/music volumes but it's SA2 just as I remember it for goodI don't know why everyone keeps bashing this game. It's still the same Sonic Adventure 2 that was released in 2001 but with a nice facelift. In my opinion it's the last great Sonic game made and one of the greatest, final games of the Dreamcast. Yeah it would'a been nice if they fixed issues with controls, the camera, and the sound/music volumes but it's SA2 just as I remember it for good and for bad. This is one very fun game and great tour down memory lane.… Expand
  3. ashthedragon
    Jun 9, 2013
    10
    The best 3D sonic game, on a good port including widescreen and the Battle addon content. I wish Sonic games were back like this, althought the muliple characters gameplay is not the best, I like it. At least, they are playable, not like in actual sonic games where you can only play as Sonic.
  4. LoogiMan12
    Jul 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This. Game. Is. Amazing. whether your escaping the government jamming out to City Escape, or finding emerald pieces in Wild Canyon, this game is top-notch. For 10$ and a 3$ DLC to get the full experience, that is a bang for your buck.… Expand
  5. SaturnPhoenix
    Nov 19, 2012
    9
    This much expected re-release of this game plays just as it should, it doesn't feature any new weird & frustrating glitches (unlike the re-release of Sonic Adventure), it plays just like you remember & it actually supports full widescreen HD (again, unlike the re-release of Sonic Adventure). This game also features downloadable content which adds the enhanced Battle Mode from the GameCubeThis much expected re-release of this game plays just as it should, it doesn't feature any new weird & frustrating glitches (unlike the re-release of Sonic Adventure), it plays just like you remember & it actually supports full widescreen HD (again, unlike the re-release of Sonic Adventure). This game also features downloadable content which adds the enhanced Battle Mode from the GameCube version of the game, and it's completely worth getting, especially if you have anyone to play with or against. For only $10 to $13 for this re-release, it's well worth it.… Expand
  6. SuperKurzacz
    Jan 2, 2013
    10
    Sonic has gone so far and had so made I think this is the best!
  7. Zero_Dozer
    Oct 3, 2012
    8
    So, Sonic Adventure 2 is back. We finally have it up on the XBox Live. For what I've seen, I must say that it didn't get to be the same error as the port of the first Adventure was earlier. This note is quite based on the comparation with experience we've seen with the First Adventure on the PSN/XBLA and Sonic Heroes, that came after the original Adventure 2. Can't say this game is waySo, Sonic Adventure 2 is back. We finally have it up on the XBox Live. For what I've seen, I must say that it didn't get to be the same error as the port of the first Adventure was earlier. This note is quite based on the comparation with experience we've seen with the First Adventure on the PSN/XBLA and Sonic Heroes, that came after the original Adventure 2. Can't say this game is way better or fixed than it was before, but it's a relief to see that this one has not been nerfed in terms of quality like the first Adventure. So, we have HD graphics, trophies (yes, finally a good reason to A-Rank all stages and missions)... But this is all to be there. We got no big news beside the chance to mix the best of the original Dreamcast version with the best of the Gamecube version via DLC. Nonetheless, it did not made the same mistake of becoming the bugmass the first Adventure had become on the PSN/XBLA version.… Expand
  8. Fuzzymeatloaf
    Oct 11, 2012
    10
    This game is GREAT. If you like SA1 then you will like this one. The only problem is that there is no onliine 2 player and knuckles radar is a downgrade. Other than that perfect! The graphics and everything. It might be hard at first but after a while it will start to be fun!
  9. lexgamer
    Oct 4, 2012
    10
    Still one of the best Sonic games, recent Sonic games have gotten better, but they are good in a new and different way, this is easily the best of the classic Sonic games, must have for big fans!
  10. youlouz
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    PROS
    -Outstanding graphics
    -Amazing gameplay
    -Best music a game could have
    -Story flows well
    - Can cause great memories
    -Always something to do

    CONS
    -A little glitchy
  11. gstiker5
    Apr 16, 2013
    10
    eat Game worth the 800 MSP No 1040 MSP (Battle DLC) Good Great Graphics Good Story Great Sonic and Shadow Gameplay Addictive Chao Garden
    Good Controls
    Introduces Shadow Well My Fave Sonic Character Bad Tails and Eggman levels are so slow Knuckles and Rouges Gameplay is a total abomination Some Terrible Levels (Crazy Gadget, Mad Space) Overpowered Bosses (2nd Tails Boss on ARK    eat Game worth the 800 MSP No 1040 MSP (Battle DLC) Good Great Graphics Good Story Great Sonic and Shadow Gameplay Addictive Chao Garden
    Good Controls
    Introduces Shadow Well My Fave Sonic Character
    Bad
    Tails and Eggman levels are so slow
    Knuckles and Rouges Gameplay is a total abomination
    Some Terrible Levels (Crazy Gadget, Mad Space)
    Overpowered Bosses (2nd Tails Boss on ARK

    Anyway this remake of my best Sonic game ever is still great today. I'm putting up the score it's the best Sonic Game Ever and I'm Hopinb SA3 is coming soon    … Expand
  12. bonnin40
    Feb 16, 2013
    8
    This game is a direct port of the GC version of sonic adventure 2, minus the extra multiplayer battle mode, which is downloadable content. the game still has an amazing soundtrack, good story, great level design, and still has some camera and control issues, that are more prominent in this version, however the game is still very enjoyable even with the forementioned bugs and issues. thisThis game is a direct port of the GC version of sonic adventure 2, minus the extra multiplayer battle mode, which is downloadable content. the game still has an amazing soundtrack, good story, great level design, and still has some camera and control issues, that are more prominent in this version, however the game is still very enjoyable even with the forementioned bugs and issues. this is basically a straight up port, no more, no less. i still reccomend the dreamcast version, or even the gamecube version, but the dreamcast versions prices are up there, and getting this game on the xbox live arcade saves the hastle of pulling out the gamecube, for basically the same experience. a reallty great 3d platforming game that, while not as good as sonic adventure 1 (in my opinion) is still an amazing game. The game hasnt aged that well, but is still very enjoyable. i recomend it to any and all sonic fans, and any lover of 3d platformers.… Expand
  13. Bat-Gamer-Guy
    May 6, 2016
    8
    Sonic Adventure 2. The game most Sonic the Hedgehog fans call the greatest Sonic game of all time. Many people still replay this game to this day. People say that if it wasn't Sonic the Hedgehog 2 that got people into the Sonic series, it was this very game. So, let's take a look at it, shall we?
    Released 15 years ago on the short-lived SEGA Dreamcast, Sonic Adventure 2 is a sequel to    Sonic Adventure 2. The game most Sonic the Hedgehog fans call the greatest Sonic game of all time. Many people still replay this game to this day. People say that if it wasn't Sonic the Hedgehog 2 that got people into the Sonic series, it was this very game. So, let's take a look at it, shall we?
    Released 15 years ago on the short-lived SEGA Dreamcast, Sonic Adventure 2 is a sequel to Sonic Adventure, a Dreamcast launch title. It is, for the most part, very similar to Adventure in terms of gameplay. There's three gameplay styles, unlike SA, which had six. The three returning gameplay styles are speedy platforming (starring Sonic and Shadow), shooting (starring Eggman and Tails), and treasure hunting (starring Knuckles and Rouge). The hedgehog levels are amazing, in fact, they're the best levels of the game. They're so memorable, that's why people replay SA2. Shooting stages are meh. Eggman's are, at best, good and sorta fun. Tails's levels are terribly designed since he was put into the game late and was an Eggman clone, that's why you can't fly with him like in SA. Knuckles's levels can be alright, but for some reason I hate Rouge's level design more than Knuckles's, especially Mad Space. Remember the radar system from SA's treasure hunting stages? That radar is dumbed down here. You can only find one emerald piece at a time, and emeralds are always placed randomly, so having a good time in these stages are luck-based.
    The story is great. It's one of the many darker Sonic stories. I won't spoil this one. Experience it for yourself. Let's just say there's a hero side and a dark side of the story.
    The soundtrack here is just amazing. It is one of the best Sonic soundtracks to listen to while doing something, like typing a review for a game. This soundtrack ties at number one with Generations.
    Since this isn't the Dreamcast version (in fact, it's an Xbox 360 re-release), there's dlc here (I know the Dreamcast had dlc, but you'll see what I mean here). The re-release dlc includes SA2 Battle from the GameCube port, the one that probably got people into the series, as SEGA's consoles were dying and Nintendo was still going strong. Battle just gives more multiplayer options and a few other extra stuff, but it's not like Sonic Adventure DX.
    I really do love this game. Everything about it is great. Still, this game is pretty old, and some frustrating and cheap things could occasionally happen like glitches. Still, I highly recommend this title. I see why everyone loves it. If you got an old Dreamcast or GameCube, get this game. If you have access to the Internet on PSN, Xbox Live, or even Steam, download this game. You gotta live and learn.    … Expand
  14. LordOsyrys
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
    It's pretty unfair for Metacritic to have such a harsh grade for a port of a game that had an excellent score, when it's the same game. Still not quite as good as Sonic Adventure, but 2 is still a lot of fun. They changed a few things that mess it up from the first one, like Knuckles/Rouge's levels being more linear, and having way too many levels with Tails/Eggman that are slow andIt's pretty unfair for Metacritic to have such a harsh grade for a port of a game that had an excellent score, when it's the same game. Still not quite as good as Sonic Adventure, but 2 is still a lot of fun. They changed a few things that mess it up from the first one, like Knuckles/Rouge's levels being more linear, and having way too many levels with Tails/Eggman that are slow and clunky, but overall it is still a great game and has some of the best levels in any Sonic game ever, such as Radical Highway and Metal Harbor. They still haven't made a game even close to this good since.… Expand
  15. Coletrain128
    Mar 24, 2013
    8
    It's the same title from the dreamcast and gamecube, for better or worse. However, it's somewhat disappointing that the full game isn't include upon initial purchase, meaning that you will have to download the "Battle" DLC if you want full access to multiplayer and Chao Karate for around $3-$4. The soundtrack and story mode are present and so are the many problems with controls and cameraIt's the same title from the dreamcast and gamecube, for better or worse. However, it's somewhat disappointing that the full game isn't include upon initial purchase, meaning that you will have to download the "Battle" DLC if you want full access to multiplayer and Chao Karate for around $3-$4. The soundtrack and story mode are present and so are the many problems with controls and camera which continue to cause many random deaths. You either love it or hate it.… Expand
  16. MegamanZeroX19
    May 30, 2020
    9
    Un juego de Sonic bastante bueno.
    Sus únicos puntos negativos serían las misiones de Knuckles y Rouge ya que dependen del azar y lo difícil que es obtener las notas A,ya que esto limita tu libertad a la hora de completar los niveles.
    Fuera de eso el juego cumple bastante bien.
  17. theprotagonist
    Jan 25, 2023
    10
    I just recently re-purchased and replayed this on Xbox because my Gamecube copy is at my parent's house. And the experience confirms what I already knew: this is the best Sonic game. Hands down better than Generations. Hands down better than Frontiers. Yes, I originally played it as a child. Yes, I have a huge nostalgia factor. Yes, it has bugs. Yes, the voices in the English dub overlapI just recently re-purchased and replayed this on Xbox because my Gamecube copy is at my parent's house. And the experience confirms what I already knew: this is the best Sonic game. Hands down better than Generations. Hands down better than Frontiers. Yes, I originally played it as a child. Yes, I have a huge nostalgia factor. Yes, it has bugs. Yes, the voices in the English dub overlap each other and are poorly mixed with the music. And yes it is still awesome! Haters can screw themselves. Rolling around at the speed of sound!… Expand
  18. ROTSA2
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    RATING: 100%

    Filled with content, well-written, well-designed, and extremely replayable, Sonic Adventure 2 is in fact the ultimate Sonic game.
  19. Minusmite
    Oct 10, 2021
    9
    Sonic Adventure 2 is my favorite Sonic game of all time and one of my favorite games in general. It has such a perfect balance of 3 great gameplay styles, a nice (but flawed) story, and an absolutely incredible soundtrack. The stakes are at it's highest in this game, and it also introduces 2 fan-favorite characters (Shadow and Rouge). The main problem with this game is how it's aged, evenSonic Adventure 2 is my favorite Sonic game of all time and one of my favorite games in general. It has such a perfect balance of 3 great gameplay styles, a nice (but flawed) story, and an absolutely incredible soundtrack. The stakes are at it's highest in this game, and it also introduces 2 fan-favorite characters (Shadow and Rouge). The main problem with this game is how it's aged, even with a remaster that adds widescreen and 1080p. But that still doesn't stop me from loving this game, for 10 bucks this game is a steal.… Expand
  20. ImraanTest
    Dec 31, 2021
    9
    Sonic Adventure 2 was initially released back in 2001 as the swansong for SEGA's Dreamcast and man did the Dreamcast bow out with style.

    The game has 3 distinct playstyles. Sonic and Shadow have fast paced platforming with lots of corkscrews, tricks and excitement to behold. This gameplay style is more action-packed than it's predecessor, Sonic Adventure 1. These stages are the most fun    Sonic Adventure 2 was initially released back in 2001 as the swansong for SEGA's Dreamcast and man did the Dreamcast bow out with style.

    The game has 3 distinct playstyles. Sonic and Shadow have fast paced platforming with lots of corkscrews, tricks and excitement to behold. This gameplay style is more action-packed than it's predecessor, Sonic Adventure 1. These stages are the most fun part of SA2. The game's level design is exquisite and require you to remain alert. But, these segments aren't perfect, there are a few things holding this playstyle back. The game's controls and collision can feel rather janky and unpolished which can lead to a few unfair deaths. Moveover, the game's lackuster camera occasionally struggles to track the player.

    This problem is most apparent in Knuckles' and Rouge's treasure-hunting stages. These stages require you to locate 3 shards of the master emerald in large 3D environments with a radar and clues to help to find them. This is probably my least favourite playstyle in the game. The radar has been nerfed since SA1 as that game allowed to track multiple items at once, while this game can handle one. This feels like a blatant excuse to increase game time. Other than those quibbles, this gamestyle is rather enjoyable. The level design is just as immaculate as the speed stages and finding the shards can be quite enjoyable.

    Just like how shooting up robots are! This incredible Segway leads us to the game's final playstyle, Tails and Eggman's shooting stages. These stages have you destroying robots and traverse the stages in a mech. These stages can be quite mundane until you acquire upgrades for Tails' and Eggman's mech later in the game. These really spice up their gameplay and the later stages become more frantic, fun as they really utilise these upgrades. And, you can go back to previous stages and utilise these new abilities to find secrets or move through the stages faster. This goes for most of the game's upgrades. For example, Sonic and Shadow's light speed dash has you speeding through a trail of rings at light speed. This utilised well in Metal Habour, Sonic's second stage.

    The Chao garden is an enjoyable extra mode where you raise adorable creatures and have them race and play karate. And the game's 2 player mode sweetens the deal (but there's a catch, read the section with asterisks below).

    As for the things specific to this version of the game, the game has received a decent facelift. It is now in widescreen and runs at a higher resolution. **It requires you spend additional money to get the game's additional features from SA2B. I would have preferred to have everything bundled in.**
    Overall, the game is an enjoyable romp. One of the best 3D Sonic games to date.    … Expand
  21. SonicFan20
    Nov 16, 2022
    8
    Sonic Adventure 2 Is A Spectacular Sonic Game With Amazing Music, Great Storytelling, Great Writing, And Good Graphics For the Time, Amazing Multiplayer, And Way more. The Story Goes As Follows. Sonic Has Been framed for Robbery of A Chaos Emerald, He Does what anyone would do And JUMPS OFF THE PLANE In style With a piece of the plane as a board to Escape from the City. While Eggman hasSonic Adventure 2 Is A Spectacular Sonic Game With Amazing Music, Great Storytelling, Great Writing, And Good Graphics For the Time, Amazing Multiplayer, And Way more. The Story Goes As Follows. Sonic Has Been framed for Robbery of A Chaos Emerald, He Does what anyone would do And JUMPS OFF THE PLANE In style With a piece of the plane as a board to Escape from the City. While Eggman has Broken the Ultimate Lifeform "Shadow The Hedgehog" From Military G.U.N. Newcomer "Rouge The Bat" A Military Agent Sneeks Into To "Help" Dr. Eggman. Gameplay Is So Good, But Its Not Just Sonic You get to play as. Like the First adventure game, You Play as Several Different Characters. Sonic ,Shadow, Tails, Eggman ,Knuckles, And Rouge. Tails And Eggman Are Kinda Like Gamma. Shadow And Sonic Control Like Sonic In Adventure 1. And Knuckles And Rouge Control Like Knuckles In Sonic Adventure 1. All the Characters Are Really Fun But Knuckles Is Nerfed. Overall Very Good Game. The OST is godlike, So Is The Story. Overall 8/10 The Graphics Have Aged But Its Still a fun Game.… Expand

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#63 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2012
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#45 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2012

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Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. GameCritics
    Mar 20, 2013
    90
    Now that this great title is available with high definition graphics, it's a great way for fans of 3D platformers to spend ten bucks.
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  2. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    Dec 5, 2012
    50
    Time to reassess everything about 2001. [Christmas 2012, p.99]
  3. Eurogamer Germany
    Oct 25, 2012
    70
    Minor troubles aside, for about ten bucks you get one of the best Sonic experiences, and one that can and will keep you busy for weeks, if you're really want to see everything. If you can get past the camera issues, some control quibbles and the rather boring search for crystals, this will hook you like in the olden days. This reunion might bring with it some surprises, as your memory seems to play tricks on you, but it's still a worthwhile get together.
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