Sonic Generations

 Xbox 360
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 598 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 39 out of 598
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  1. PedroLamar
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Coisa linda de jogo, simplesmente uma carta de amor a todos os fãs, a unica coisa ruim é não ter tido mais personagens jogaveis e mais fases, de resto, está divino, merecia um relançamento
  2. PaRaDoX_LiBeRtY
    Aug 10, 2023
    9
    Грати стало краще адже гру оптимізували під Xbox Series, а це 60 к/сек. та збільшена роздільна здатність гри!
    Чудова гра про Соніка!
    Переосмислення рівнів з попередніх частин ігор про синього їжака в новій графіці під класичний 2D стиль та сучасний буст стиль! Сюжет банальний але красива та кольорова графіка, крутий саундтрек та добре керування персонажем роблять цю гру чудовою.    Грати стало краще адже гру оптимізували під Xbox Series, а це 60 к/сек. та збільшена роздільна здатність гри!
    Чудова гра про Соніка!
    Переосмислення рівнів з попередніх частин ігор про синього їжака в новій графіці під класичний 2D стиль та сучасний буст стиль!
    Сюжет банальний але красива та кольорова графіка, крутий саундтрек та добре керування персонажем роблять цю гру чудовою.
    Рекомендую цю гру всім любителям платформерів!    … Expand
  3. zlt
    Jul 22, 2023
    8
    I Have Nothing To Say Really................................................................
  4. micreper
    May 19, 2023
    10
    Generations is one of the greatest sonic games of all time,if not the greatest,it isn't too hard or buggy,it is very short and lacks of story but it is a nice trip down the memory lane for the OG sonic fans
  5. GlennLosio
    May 13, 2023
    10
    The game looks very fantastic and Cool to me when I played it on Xbox one that day it was totally worth it.
  6. BonzaiTheHost
    May 10, 2023
    9
    An amazing game that is held back by a nothing story. An incredible tribute to Sonic's past history without it leaning towards Nostalgia Pandering that the series has back-slided on for the past few years.
  7. Jimbok3rr178
    Apr 13, 2023
    9
    This game is almost perfect I love the boost and classic gameplay but god do I hate classic planet wisp and the story is just kinda there
  8. supermarycyute
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    It's Unleashed but worse, still pretty amazing ngl, I really really liike it
  9. saneternopopr
    Mar 27, 2023
    10
    It's crazy how much Colors fans will hate this game and Sonic Unleashed on Twitter and even pretend Forces is much worse just to make their mediocre game look better, but we Generations and Unleashed fans will not allow this revisionist history to prevail
  10. Kdog152
    Feb 25, 2023
    10
    You literally can't go wrong with this game, it's sooooooooo goood. The level design is perfect, though I do wish the levels were longer. There are a few levels that can be difficult at times, like Crisis city act 1, but the majority of the levels are easy, but it doesn't matter because it's so fun. The music, while mostly remixes, is awesome! I mean, I literally can't get enough ofYou literally can't go wrong with this game, it's sooooooooo goood. The level design is perfect, though I do wish the levels were longer. There are a few levels that can be difficult at times, like Crisis city act 1, but the majority of the levels are easy, but it doesn't matter because it's so fun. The music, while mostly remixes, is awesome! I mean, I literally can't get enough of classic city escape. This game is beautiful. This is a must play. The bosses and rival bosses in this game are the best in the series (well, not anymore bc Frontiers has taken the trophy of best bosses) This game also confirms that Sonic 2006 did happen, it's just, it happened in an alternate timeline. The only critique I can really give is this game should have been longer. There should have been a level from sonic cd (like palm tree panic_), sonic rush, sonic and the secret rings and sonic and the black knight. I also think they should have given us a classic zone from the first half of sonic 3, like Hydrocity or icecap zone. Classic Sonic was awesome. Modern Sonic is awesome. There isn't a single bad level in this game at all. It's a shame that, for the next decade after, the series was gonna plummet severely. But hay, that doesn't matter anymore because Sonic frontiers brought sonic back to life. This is really a love letter to the franchise.… Expand
  11. Chadum
    Feb 7, 2023
    10
    Absolute masterpiece of a game, this is not only made for Sonic fans, but for people who play video games as a whole. Easily the best Sonic game with no gimmick that doesn't make the game bad but brings it down a ton. Classic Sonic's gameplay is nowhere near as good as Modern Sonic's, but still great. Only flaw is the lacking story and the final boss' gameplay, although if you're trying toAbsolute masterpiece of a game, this is not only made for Sonic fans, but for people who play video games as a whole. Easily the best Sonic game with no gimmick that doesn't make the game bad but brings it down a ton. Classic Sonic's gameplay is nowhere near as good as Modern Sonic's, but still great. Only flaw is the lacking story and the final boss' gameplay, although if you're trying to get all achievements/trophies, you'll understand everything about the Time Eater like I did.… Expand
  12. Geo3891
    Nov 29, 2022
    9
    Este es uno de los mejores juegos de toda la franquicia del erizo azul, es el juego de la formula boost mas pulido y a pesar de que la historia sea inexistente, el gameplay es demasiado entretenido y los desafíos le dan buena rejugabilidad e hicieron una buena elección para los niveles de este juego, aunque es una lastima que este juego sea muy corto
  13. Soul-Silver
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    great game the only real flaw is the story being bad but otherwise everything else is perfect
  14. Begad02
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    This game is so good , great , awesome, outstanding , AMAZING. Truly the greatest.
  15. LVB1002
    Nov 6, 2022
    10
    Sonic Generations is a treat, the story has flaws, but oh my god is game is so fantastic, 100/100
  16. Minibloxia
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    This game is so good amazing story amazing gameplay I don't know why it's lower then sonic mania but this is so good this was the first sonic game I have ever played I suggest you try it out to modern sonic consists in boosting around these insanely repayable levels along with classic sonic which was way better then the classic sonkc from sonic forces I love this game bring this game forThis game is so good amazing story amazing gameplay I don't know why it's lower then sonic mania but this is so good this was the first sonic game I have ever played I suggest you try it out to modern sonic consists in boosting around these insanely repayable levels along with classic sonic which was way better then the classic sonkc from sonic forces I love this game bring this game for knew players because they might master it very easy I love this game… Expand
  17. TheWinterWarman
    Oct 27, 2022
    8
    A good, short and sweet Sonic game that improves everything from colors and unleashed (except for story and identity). The level design is fast and fluid for both sonics (mostly for modern), the music is some of the best remixes in the series and seeing my favorite stages in HD brings a tear to my eye. The downsides of this adventure is that this game is short, the story is not good, andA good, short and sweet Sonic game that improves everything from colors and unleashed (except for story and identity). The level design is fast and fluid for both sonics (mostly for modern), the music is some of the best remixes in the series and seeing my favorite stages in HD brings a tear to my eye. The downsides of this adventure is that this game is short, the story is not good, and Planet Wisp. I just wish that there were more levels added to the game so this could've been the best this game could've been. Also the story is worst than sonic colors in my opinion and I hate planet Wisp in this game. Also this game is very easy. But other than that, if you like the boost of unleashed and colors, and want a shot of nostalgia in a polished package, then Generations is for you.… Expand
  18. sonhadouro
    Oct 18, 2022
    10
    Underappreciated, this game deserves more love, it's a top 5 sonic game, awesome
  19. Mariodealer1st
    Sep 13, 2022
    10
    Classic sonic brings it down and the boost stages aren't as good as Unleashed's, but still a must play
  20. ROTSA2
    Sep 13, 2022
    9
    RATING: 88%

    After many disappointing games, Sonic Generations was a comeback for the series that celebrated how far the series has truly gone. Very few platform game series survive for 2 decades.
  21. Resetto
    Sep 6, 2022
    8
    Now that’s a Sonic game! Fast, fun, maybe not great at around the end and a little easy, but overall an insanely fun game that cuts the bs of a game like Unleashed.
  22. LittleSticker
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    this game is so good for no reason
    i miss when knuckles wasn't just an idiot though
  23. corujadiurna
    Jun 26, 2022
    9
    It's crazy how this game is sandwiched around two horrible Sonic games, it's a great celebration game
  24. SneezyTuba101
    May 14, 2022
    9
    História medíocre, mas ganeplay e level design incríveis, muito divertido de jogar, mesmo que seja meio repetitivo
  25. MaccaX
    Apr 28, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game captures all there is to love about sonic, the first boss battle is perfect in how hard it is and i’ll love this game for how it makes you love the sonic games even more… Expand
  26. FarmYard_Gaming
    Apr 14, 2022
    10
    Stellar, absolutely stellar. The remastered music is glorious for someone who grew up on the 3D, Boost formula era of the series.
  27. OmxgaAwesome
    Apr 8, 2022
    9
    The second best Sonic The Hedgehog game ever made! This game gives us a mixed of 2d Gameplay and 3d that is actually good unlike Sonic Forces.
  28. Fox21__
    Jan 28, 2022
    9
    This is my favorite Sonic game of all time. Both the Modern and Classic Sonic gameplay are PHENOMENAL. The game is a perfect length, as it doesn’t take more than a few days to complete (if you’re not doing it all in 1 sitting).
  29. Wolf855
    Jan 12, 2022
    8
    Campain- ok
    Characters- ok
    Gameplay- Great
    Graphics- ok
    Content- Great
    Overall- its a Great Sonic Game
  30. ImraanTest
    Dec 31, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sonic Generations is an incredible love letter to the franchise. The games boasts 9 returning zones from previous Sonic games.

    The game is split into Classic Sonic segments and Modern Sonic segments.

    The Modern Sonic sections is some of the best that the boost gameplay has to offer. Some of the levels get really open. It really tests your reflexes and has decent platforming. Classic Sonic attempts to emulate how the original Classic Sonic trilogy and CD controlled. While the controls and physics aren’t perfect, they are definitely serviceable and the level design accommodates the game’s technical shortcomings. Level design is rock solid throughout. The game’s story is very low-key. I think that’s a good thing. I don’t even want to see how the writers would massacre this story if they went all in with time travel elements.    … Expand
  31. multiplat_gamer
    Dec 18, 2021
    10
    Sonic Generations has tight and complete controls for both Sonics. The level design is great. The level themes are purposely a greatest hits of the main Sonic games. The music is cool and you can customise it per level. You can unlock a lot of extras including songs and visual art. The missions/extra levels are for the most part interesting. Getting a S rank on each level is fulfillingSonic Generations has tight and complete controls for both Sonics. The level design is great. The level themes are purposely a greatest hits of the main Sonic games. The music is cool and you can customise it per level. You can unlock a lot of extras including songs and visual art. The missions/extra levels are for the most part interesting. Getting a S rank on each level is fulfilling because learning the level layout allows you to gain momentum and it's immensely satisfying to beat your record and not die to get the S rank. Finding the red coins extends the replay value even more. There are not many boss battles but the selection is perfect. Now the game runs at 60fps in 4K on Series X and it has never been better. This is the best Sonic 3D game, it's fun, it looks great, it sounds good and it has a lot of content.… Expand
  32. OrdinaryGaming
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    Best sonic game I've played so far. Gameplay and controls are very comfortable, beautiful graphics, no cringe jokes, two sonics and they remastered music from older titles, so you could listen to almost every single track while playing the game.
  33. PizzaW0lf
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    Sonic Generations is a speedy platform-er released in 2011. Published by Sega and produced by the makers of Sonic forces and Sonic colors. I must preface that is actually my first real Sonic game I really played and finished so expect a new player bias towards this. Let's get started with the review.

    - Story (No spoliers) The story in this game depicts Sonic celebrating his birthday.    Sonic Generations is a speedy platform-er released in 2011. Published by Sega and produced by the makers of Sonic forces and Sonic colors. I must preface that is actually my first real Sonic game I really played and finished so expect a new player bias towards this. Let's get started with the review.

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    Story (No spoliers)
    The story in this game depicts Sonic celebrating his birthday. When all of a sudden the time eater comes out of nowhere and destroys the world leaving it colorless and empty. Which leaves Sonic to go and rescue his friends and restore them back to there filled forms in both classic and modern Sonic (which ties into the game play really well). While the story isn't too remarkable, there's some really cool details they leave in the story for past fans to enjoy. I also really like the symbolic meaning of Sonic celebrating his birthday as this game is supposed to represent the history of sonic coming together to create the ultimate game. Overall the story does it's job very well to motivate the player to finish the game but it's completely optional as you can skip all the cut scenes if you desire.

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    Gameplay
    The gameplay in this game is extremely weird sometimes. First, the controls. The controls can be inconsistent and I found it to be very frustrating when they never worked when I wanted them to work. The main problem is how sluggish it can be to control sonic in certain sections. For example, which is easily the worst stage in the game. It was so annoying not being able to be precise with the platforming that stage. If the controls were to be improved, I would make them a lot more responsive and tactile. The hit boxes in this game is another lacking area. There would be times where I wanted to pick up some rings but I would barely miss them even though it would've looked like I got them. Either way these weren't deal breakers but I would've liked the game a lot more. However for the times they did worked it was great. Just be aware that certain sections can be frustrating for this reason. The boost felt great and so did the drifting.

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    Presentation
    The Graphics in this game look incredible mostly with how the rocks look and the texture work. Some parts look a little rough, but overall they did a great job remaking these stages to a crisp HD look. Also the music is amazing and leaves me listening to it even after I end the game.

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    Conclusion
    In conclusion Sonic generations is a great celebration of all things Sonic and I'm really happy to have this be my first time playing a real Sonic game like this. I would highly recommend this game when it goes on sale.    … Expand
  34. Amirali85_fa
    Nov 13, 2021
    10
    Sonic generations is one of the best 3d sonic game the boost formula is awesome in this game stages are not too short or too long .
  35. 2bitplayss
    Sep 13, 2021
    9
    this game has some of the best boost level design of any 3d sonic.
    im not the biggest fan of classic sonic, i would rather have adventure sonic.
    but il be lying if i say that these stages aren't wel designed. i love how fast the spin dash is. and this game has some great music. seaside hill is the most open boost level ever there are like a million pathways some i still never knew    this game has some of the best boost level design of any 3d sonic.
    im not the biggest fan of classic sonic, i would rather have adventure sonic.
    but il be lying if i say that these stages aren't wel designed. i love how fast the spin dash is.
    and this game has some great music.
    seaside hill is the most open boost level ever there are like a million pathways some i still never knew where there.

    to bad there is almost no story i think they could have done an epic story with visiting old levels.
    but Ken Pontac and Warren Graff are **** righters i hope sega will fire them they write some of the most **** sonic stories ever like look at sonic lost worlds story

    anyway gameplay wise this game is a solid 9
    music is great love the remix
    -1 for the story tho and the final boss    … Expand
  36. schimidtwas
    Sep 11, 2021
    8
    Incredible, it is an excellent game for those who want to know the franchise. Although it is easy and very short, lasting less than 3 hours, it is very good, it could be better, having more levels, more challenges, being more long-lived and having a third Sonic being the one from the Adventure era, "pre-boost" in this case, and also a much better story and setting.
    But I recommend, you    Incredible, it is an excellent game for those who want to know the franchise. Although it is easy and very short, lasting less than 3 hours, it is very good, it could be better, having more levels, more challenges, being more long-lived and having a third Sonic being the one from the Adventure era, "pre-boost" in this case, and also a much better story and setting.
    But I recommend, you can catch him without fear that he will have an excellent game in his library.    … Expand
  37. carlosmponce25
    Sep 6, 2021
    8
    Seré sincero, el juego tiene una historia vacía, sin profundidad, es algo predecible, ¡Pero vamos, nadie juega a un Sonic o Mario por su historia!, y ese es el punto; en el aspecto técnico, de gameplay, de diseño de niveles y de música, este Sonic se lleva la corona como el mejor juego de Sonic moderno de su tipo en 3D. Pasé horas completándolo en mi antigua 360, son horas de mi infanciaSeré sincero, el juego tiene una historia vacía, sin profundidad, es algo predecible, ¡Pero vamos, nadie juega a un Sonic o Mario por su historia!, y ese es el punto; en el aspecto técnico, de gameplay, de diseño de niveles y de música, este Sonic se lleva la corona como el mejor juego de Sonic moderno de su tipo en 3D. Pasé horas completándolo en mi antigua 360, son horas de mi infancia que jamás olvidaré, y pese a los años aún sigo disfrutando de este juego con la meta de completarlo en el menor tiempo posible. Totalmente recomendado si quieres jugar un juego de Sonic, no te arrepentirás.… Expand
  38. grimreapersims
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
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  39. RainerRatez
    Aug 14, 2021
    10
    Literally the best sonic game I have ever played. It mixes 2d and 3d amazingly well. It can put you on your toes for its fast paced platforming. Thank you sega for making this absolutely gorgeous and we'll made game for us sonic fans. Happy 30th birthday sonic!
  40. Knight678
    Jul 23, 2021
    9
    This Game has Amazing levels,Classic Sonic actually is fun in this game imo,Ost is a Banger like every Sonic Game and Has Very good unlockable music which you get by collecting Red Rings.The only problems i have with this game is the story and Planet Wisp.
  41. 1_DansReviews
    Jul 16, 2021
    10
    Now this is sonic and the boost formula at it's best fun levels amazing call backs stellar music and stellar controls this is a must buy
  42. Davesreview83
    Jul 23, 2021
    10
    Just spectacular it takes the classic games and combines it with the modern style of game to make the best sonic game ever
  43. FighterBro
    Jul 15, 2021
    8
    Sonic Generations has to be one of the best boost games I have ever played showing us Sonic's history from Sonic 1 to the latest game at the time Sonic Colors. It does remakes of the most well known levels of previous Sonic games really good for the Modern Stages. The classic stages are fun too but you're really here for the boost levels. My only complaint is that the game is at least 5Sonic Generations has to be one of the best boost games I have ever played showing us Sonic's history from Sonic 1 to the latest game at the time Sonic Colors. It does remakes of the most well known levels of previous Sonic games really good for the Modern Stages. The classic stages are fun too but you're really here for the boost levels. My only complaint is that the game is at least 5 hours long, no story but it is an anniversary title, and the ranking system is too easy. If the ranking was like Unleashed/Colors I would like it way more.Other than that really good game 8/10… Expand
  44. TeakBridge6671
    May 5, 2021
    9
    I definitely love this game and I appreciate it for what it did for the franchise, Classic sonic in this game despite it being a little rough around the edges, is still pretty fun. And Modern Sonic was just a thrill to play, the music, the graphics, the level design all had so much thought put into it.
    My few problems with this game start out with some of the bugs in this game, where the    I definitely love this game and I appreciate it for what it did for the franchise, Classic sonic in this game despite it being a little rough around the edges, is still pretty fun. And Modern Sonic was just a thrill to play, the music, the graphics, the level design all had so much thought put into it.
    My few problems with this game start out with some of the bugs in this game, where the controls act up, or sometimes the game just sometimes crashes on me mid level. I would recommend playing this on Xbox one.
    Overall, I love this game. But for the future of the series, since this game has multiple pathways, I wish future games would have this kind of level design but with ORIGINAL level aesthetics.    … Expand
  45. DrDurant
    Nov 23, 2020
    10
    Awesome experience overall, it was a major step forward for in the franchise, it deserves more attention.
  46. Javier_Santos
    Oct 1, 2020
    10
    It is simply one of the more refined Sonic games ever made, and have levels of almost all of Sonic history, if you are a Sonic fan you should try it.
  47. kewkatt
    Jun 29, 2020
    9
    Un juego de sonic que es bueno sin intentar ser profundo simplemente es sonic con su alocado estilo plataformero
  48. MegamanZeroX19
    May 30, 2020
    9
    Mi juego favorito de Sonic.
    Sus únicos problemas serían que la historia es corta y es bastante fácil obtener notas S.
    Fuera de eso el juego es bastante bueno y,si incluimos las misiones secundarias,te provee de mucho tiempo de entretenimiento.Y más si buscas desbloquear todo.
    Y es que aparte te da elementos para volver a jugarlo de diferentes formas.
  49. Thunder4036
    Apr 3, 2020
    9
    Honestly, one of my friends introduced me to this game and let me run a few levels of it. I could not get enough of the game. The soundtrack is pretty good, and yes, there are annoying parts where you have momentum and POOF, you stop, but the game is still really fun. As a classic sonic fan, bringing back 2D was awesome and super nostalgic. Brings back memories of Sonic 3 & Knuckles. Its aHonestly, one of my friends introduced me to this game and let me run a few levels of it. I could not get enough of the game. The soundtrack is pretty good, and yes, there are annoying parts where you have momentum and POOF, you stop, but the game is still really fun. As a classic sonic fan, bringing back 2D was awesome and super nostalgic. Brings back memories of Sonic 3 & Knuckles. Its a good game, and there are other Sonic games i would play before playing this, but still a good game in general.… Expand
  50. Stan_Osbourne
    Mar 26, 2020
    8
    Когда Sonic Colors вырвал серию из бездны небытия, Sonic Generations прямо таки приятный бальзам на душу. Это ностальгия в чистом её виде, как реквием по всем тем играм, что мы любили и будем любить дальше. Отличный бонус в виде оригинальной открываемой игры про Соника, плюс отличный ремикс и редизайн под 3Д и 2Д геймплей классического и модерн Соника. Жаль, что это было так...недолго. ВКогда Sonic Colors вырвал серию из бездны небытия, Sonic Generations прямо таки приятный бальзам на душу. Это ностальгия в чистом её виде, как реквием по всем тем играм, что мы любили и будем любить дальше. Отличный бонус в виде оригинальной открываемой игры про Соника, плюс отличный ремикс и редизайн под 3Д и 2Д геймплей классического и модерн Соника. Жаль, что это было так...недолго. В целом игра приятная, хоть и сюжет крайне примитивен.… Expand
  51. weskergamer
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    Excelent game, a little short in story but there's a lot of challenges and side missions you can do to make it a bit longer. Very fun, nice remixes, really good graphics
  52. ZXSth
    Feb 4, 2020
    8
    As an unapologetic fan of both Sonic Adventure games who found Sonic Unleashed frustrating and not worth finishing, I was happily surprised by Sonic Generations. Despite its short length, this was probably the first time I went back and replayed levels in a Sonic game just to try and get the best time possible. And as someone who has no regard for reaching the top of a leaderboard, I findAs an unapologetic fan of both Sonic Adventure games who found Sonic Unleashed frustrating and not worth finishing, I was happily surprised by Sonic Generations. Despite its short length, this was probably the first time I went back and replayed levels in a Sonic game just to try and get the best time possible. And as someone who has no regard for reaching the top of a leaderboard, I find this an incredible achievement.

    Though it absolutely rides on the coattails of Sonic's prior exploits, this game (especially the Modern Sonic sections, I've found) is engaging as hell. The designs of the reimagined levels are quite well-conceived, and both Classic and Modern Sonic control remarkably well (Classic Sonic especially, who feels almost the same as he did in the Genesis games). Furthermore, the return of Super Sonic is a welcome addition for longtime fans of this series, who were stuck playing as him only in the final boss battle of the game.

    I would recommend this game to anyone looking for a solid fast-paced action game. And when it comes to longtime Sonic fans, this is an easy recommendation - you will be reminded of the best Sonic had to offer, because it is in full force in this game.    … Expand
  53. JP_Wilde
    Jan 24, 2020
    9
    a game that marked my life, for revisiting my past and joining with modern Sonic games.
    Just amazing the affection they had with this game, the reconstruction of known phases was done in an exceptional way, 100% of the songs are wonderful, I don't know one that I didn't like.
    The story is simple but it works in the context of the game, the only thing I don't like is the Final Boss, but    a game that marked my life, for revisiting my past and joining with modern Sonic games.
    Just amazing the affection they had with this game, the reconstruction of known phases was done in an exceptional way, 100% of the songs are wonderful, I don't know one that I didn't like.
    The story is simple but it works in the context of the game, the only thing I don't like is the Final Boss, but other than that, it's an almost perfect game, besides the short time of clear gameplay.    … Expand
  54. PlayerNr03
    Oct 6, 2019
    10
    One of the best Sonic game to date. This game is a joy to play to start to finish with incredible level-design, a catchy OST, great graphics and fun gameplay.
  55. NintendoPlayer0
    Aug 6, 2019
    8
    This is the best 3D sonic, no doubt.
    The 2D sections with classic sonic are fun.
    But, this game is really short, like really short, you can beat it in 1 Hour.
    Not a must-play, but if you enjoyed the modern sonic levels in sonic unleashed, you will enjoy this one.
  56. sosuss
    Apr 7, 2019
    8
    many of sonic fans liked classic sonic gameplay but ı think its kinda boring.2d gameplay was good in mania but in this one its boring a lot and that key finding is boring too modern levels AWSOME btw.
  57. Daniel_N
    Jan 4, 2019
    9
    I really love this game, and for those who have played it, you travel though time as sonic and his Genesis self and blast through the past to defeat a mysterious figure that has captured his friends.
  58. ECB19
    Dec 6, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OMG!! This is a very good game.
    It has a good feeling of speed, although a bit clumsy but it is really fun.
    The version I played also contained the first sonic the hedgehog of the sega genesis.    … Expand
  59. nitrodragon25
    Nov 25, 2018
    10
    Sonic Generations is in my opinion, the best Sonic game to date. Both Modern and Classic Sonic control great, the graphics are good, and the overall art style fits a Sonic game perfectly. The level design is also great, and the soundtrack ( like most Sonic games ) is wonderful to hear. There's replay-ability too, thanks to the game's unlockable extras. My only problems are the story whichSonic Generations is in my opinion, the best Sonic game to date. Both Modern and Classic Sonic control great, the graphics are good, and the overall art style fits a Sonic game perfectly. The level design is also great, and the soundtrack ( like most Sonic games ) is wonderful to hear. There's replay-ability too, thanks to the game's unlockable extras. My only problems are the story which is extremely basic, and how short the game is. I would definitely recommend this game for new and old Sonic fans!… Expand
  60. Westimations
    Oct 25, 2018
    8
    Sonic Generations is a really enjoyable game, with a creative story, albeit with some weak gameplay (mainly because of Modern Sonic's acts), but the game looks amazing for a game from 2011, probably my favorite video game from 2011, barely edging out Super Mario 3D Land. Kind of funny how they came out 2 days in between each other.
    Story: 9/10
    Gameplay: 7/10
    Presentation: 9/10
    Overall: 8/10
  61. dislexicpotato
    Oct 2, 2018
    8
    The peak of the Sonic franchise, with gorgeous graphics, amazing music, and gameplay that is superb for both modern and classic sonic
  62. DerekSCritic
    Sep 9, 2018
    10
    Sonic Generations is one of my favorite Sonic games of all time! It perfectly mixes Classic Sonic with Modern Sonic to create a very fun game. This game has excellent 2D side scroller levels for Classic Sonic, and amazing 2.5D and 3D gameplay for Modern Sonic that is fast with great platforming. The levels in this game also look great with modern versions of classic levels. It also soundsSonic Generations is one of my favorite Sonic games of all time! It perfectly mixes Classic Sonic with Modern Sonic to create a very fun game. This game has excellent 2D side scroller levels for Classic Sonic, and amazing 2.5D and 3D gameplay for Modern Sonic that is fast with great platforming. The levels in this game also look great with modern versions of classic levels. It also sounds great with remixed classic tunes. This game is awesome! I am so happy that I bought this game! It's an amazing video game that reflects perfectly on Sonic's past!… Expand
  63. JPK
    Aug 19, 2018
    9
    A True Gift To Fans
    Sonic Generations Mixes Old With New By Providing A Great Story And A Sh*t Load Of Nostalgia.
  64. LocalAlienParty
    Jul 15, 2018
    8
    Sonic Generations is easily the best modern Sonic game you can buy today. Which is disappointing, considering how this was released way back in 2011. While the story is barebones, it's a simple enough excuse to justify a glorified retrospective trip throughout Sonic's history. Each level is a reimagining of a famous one from an older title, starting with the original Genesis game andSonic Generations is easily the best modern Sonic game you can buy today. Which is disappointing, considering how this was released way back in 2011. While the story is barebones, it's a simple enough excuse to justify a glorified retrospective trip throughout Sonic's history. Each level is a reimagining of a famous one from an older title, starting with the original Genesis game and ending with Colors. Both Classic and Modern Sonic play well, controls were tight and responsive. Each level is also highly replayable due to great design choices. Modern Sonic's levels truly shine the most, as it feels more like a reworked, balanced version of Unleashed. Ironically, the game falls apart in the last 3 acts (with levels based on games like Sonic '06). I don't know who decided to make each of those levels 10 minutes long, but it was a terrible mistake. I swore at least a third of the game revolved around Sonic '06, Unleashed, and Colors. Instead of redeeming the negatives from those titles, it just makes it ever so painfully clear why they weren't good, making you want to replay the Dreamcast levels more than anything else. Padding involves tedious mini-levels featuring other characters as support (a level involving Tails were he has to fly you over big gaps you couldn't jump, etc). Of course, you need to complete at least one of those 3 times per act as to get the Boss Key. At least the mini-boss levels were interesting, like recreating the famous final battle against Shadow. Music is always great, it's a Sonic game. Most music included are remixed cuts of songs you will probably sing along to, if you grew up playing the franchise. I truly hope SEGA can allow Sonic Team the time and resources to create a better follow-up to Forces. The engine is already available, so enough with the gimmicks already. A next-gen (Modern only) Sonic game that's truly great is within reach. I played this version of Sonic Generations on an Xbox One S, via backward compatible features. Benefits included better textures and a framerate that never dropped once. An Xbox One X 4K/60fps patch is also available. (I have also completed this game on PS3 a year ago, so my comparison to last gen hardware is to that version, which had minor framerate drops roughly twice a level). I truly believe this game could have been a 10 if delayed, or a 9 if the last few levels were reworked. As it stands, I will argue that it's a solid 8/10 game worth playing for everyone. If you're a Sonic fan, you must play this.… Expand
  65. ygrenlel
    Jun 3, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this game is so good i like this game sonic have a speedy good and in my opnion this game has the best of the best… Expand
  66. Spideroverlord
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best sonic adventure game yet you can play as modern sonic and classic sonic to Join forces to restoring the stages and saving sonic friends also you will encounter boss fights and rival battles like shadow,silver,metal Sonic,death egg robot,perfect chaos,egg dragoon and time eater the gameplay is fast paste and a good story but I wish you don,t have to collect the keys to unlock the next boss and I wish e 123 Omega and other sonic characters appear in the game i wish the story was longer the best things are after defeating the boss fights and rival battles you will collect a chaos emerald to unlock the final boss but you need 7 chaos emerald to unlock the final battle I hope this game will be remastered on the current consoles.… Expand
  67. RPsonicfan
    Feb 8, 2017
    10
    I would recommend this game to all Sonic fans, and platform fans. It is the best platform game for the Xbox 360! Enjoyable music, zones, great graphics, great storyline and more ( there are secrets in the game ).
  68. EpicLadySponge
    Jan 3, 2017
    8
    [ Edited as of January 3rd, 2017 ] Sonic Generations is worth a true gamer's beauty to celebrate years of such a character and his game. Whether you love the hedgehog during his classical days or as of now, this is your big game to collect.
  69. sonicgamer2004
    Dec 24, 2016
    10
    Sonic Generations is my second favourite Sonic game for a reason. Combining classic 2D gameplay with that of modern 3D gameplay creates the most suitable game for Sonic's 20th anniversary. In my opinion it is also the second best looking Sonic game to date. Although not particularly special, the story is simple and straight forward and the controls are great having fixed the AirSonic Generations is my second favourite Sonic game for a reason. Combining classic 2D gameplay with that of modern 3D gameplay creates the most suitable game for Sonic's 20th anniversary. In my opinion it is also the second best looking Sonic game to date. Although not particularly special, the story is simple and straight forward and the controls are great having fixed the Air Boost/Homing Attack problem from Unleashed. The levels themselves are great fun with both classic and modern Sonic, being not too short nor too long. The Bosses are fun to play but for me, are really easy to beat. The boss battles could be improved if there were more of them and they were harder. The unlockables are great and make collecting red star rings and completing challenges even more essential. As for the music, well, lets just say there aren't many games with better soundtracks. I truly hope that I will get the Sonic Generations Blue Blur Official Soundtrack soon and I recommend this and the game to anyone interested. A brilliant game for a brilliant video game icon. Sonic Generations is my second favourite Sonic game in history (that title goes to Sonic Adventure 2/Battle) and I highly recommend this game to Sonic fans and maybe even fans of platforming. This is all my opinion but you're going to have to play the game to judge it. :-)… Expand
  70. Portalguy17
    Nov 14, 2016
    9
    This is a great game, this is what a sonic game should be like, fast but easy to control, I found the final boss to be kinda difficult but that's not necessarily a bad thing, the 2D levels are my favourite levels in this game by far, the 3D levels were good but felt lacking to me, this is a great sonic game that anyone can enjoy.
  71. cookthesauce
    Oct 2, 2016
    10
    Can you see?
    The sun is shinin' on me.
    It makes me feel so free, so alive! It makes me want to survive! And the sky, it makes me feel so high, The bad times pass me by 'cause today is gonna be a brighter day! Can you feel the sunshine? Does it brighten up your day? Don't you feel that sometimes You just need to run away? Reach out for the sunshine Forget about the rain    Can you see?
    The sun is shinin' on me.
    It makes me feel so free,
    so alive!
    It makes me want to survive!
    And the sky,
    it makes me feel so high,
    The bad times pass me by
    'cause today
    is gonna be a brighter day!

    Can you feel the sunshine?
    Does it brighten up your day?
    Don't you feel that sometimes
    You just need to run away?
    Reach out for the sunshine
    Forget about the rain
    Just think about the good times
    And they will come back again

    Feel the sunshine...

    Without you,
    there's nothing for me to do
    Can you feel the sunshine, too?
    It's comin' through;
    it makes me feel brand new
    When you're here,
    I wish you were always near
    'cause everything's so clear
    And today
    is gonna be a brighter day

    Can you feel the sunshine?
    Does it brighten up your day? (Brighten up your day...)
    Don't you feel that sometimes
    You just need to run away?
    Reach out for the sunshine
    Forget about the rain
    Just think about the good times
    And they will come back again

    When the sun goes down
    I feel like I am waiting
    For another day
    When the clouds go away
    Can you feel it?
    Ooh-hoo...
    Can you feel it?
    Oh...
    Can you feel it? Oh... Can you feel it? Can you feel the sunshine? Does it brighten up your day? (Brighten up your day...) Don't you feel that sometimes We just need to run away? Reach out for the sunshine Forget about the rain Just think about the good times And they will come back again [piano, percussion bridge] Can you feel the sunshine? Does it brighten up your day? (Brighten up your day...) Don't you feel that sometimes You just need to run away? (You just need to run away...) Reach out for the sunshine Forget about the rain Just think about the good times And they will come back again Can you feel the sunshine? (Can you feel it?) Does it brighten up your day? (Brighten up your day...) Don't you feel that sometimes We just need to run away? (Need to run away...) Reach out for the sunshine (Reach out...) Forget about the rain Just think about the good times And they will come back again Whoa-oh-oh-oh... Brighten up your day... You just need to run away... Reach out, you gotta reach out... Come back again... You gotta reach out...    … Expand
  72. Coreyhardie
    Aug 5, 2016
    9
    The story sucks, the games short, the final boss sucks, could have used more, but what we got is still an awesome game, 2nd favourite sonic game for me.
  73. Blaster2004
    Jul 18, 2016
    8
    This is one of the best Sonic games ever made, it's not perfect, because some of the challenges where stupid, and it's short. But the game play and graphics cancel both of those flaws out
  74. MrWill
    Jun 27, 2016
    10
    A story weaker than water and a short run time do not prevent Sonic Generations from being a tour de force of a platformer with exciting gameplay in both 3D and 2D, an appealing new art style for familiar environments and a catchy soundtrack. It's all about the gameplay with this instalment and the fact that it stands so well alone without a story is a testament to how fun the gameplay is.
  75. Sovietman
    May 11, 2016
    10
    I love it there's many different stages classic era dreamcas era and modern era. However there isn't much variation as there is 5 city stages but those city stages are great.
  76. Shadow1
    Apr 4, 2016
    10
    I played this game on Pc and play this game on X360 . On X360 graphics not worse than On PC and control on X360 better than ON PC . And game very very good on each platform .
  77. Bat-Gamer-Guy
    Feb 6, 2016
    10
    This game is a love letter to the whole Sonic franchise, and I love it.

    The game has two different styles of gameplay. You can play as Classic Sonic in his 2D levels that bring back the memories of his days in the early 90's. Or, you may play as Modern Sonic in 3D levels that have him home attack and boost, with the boost returning from the previous Sonic Unleashed and Sonic Colors.    This game is a love letter to the whole Sonic franchise, and I love it.

    The game has two different styles of gameplay. You can play as Classic Sonic in his 2D levels that bring back the memories of his days in the early 90's. Or, you may play as Modern Sonic in 3D levels that have him home attack and boost, with the boost returning from the previous Sonic Unleashed and Sonic Colors.

    Also, classic levels are here to play in and explore too.

    Representing the classic or Genesis era, we have Green Hill (obviously) from the very first Sonic game, Chemical Plant from Sonic 2, and Sky Sanctuary from Sonic & Knuckles.

    Representing the Dreamcast era is Speed Highway from Sonic Adventure (one of the first 3D Sonic games), City Escape from Sonic Adventure 2, and Seaside Hill from Sonic Heroes (even though Heroes was never even on the Dreamcast. This era should be called something else like the Drummond era, after Sonic's voice actor, Ryan Drummond, in all these three games. Or maybe, sixth generation era, because the Dreamcast was a sixth gen console, and Heroes was on all the other sixth gen consoles. I don't know why, but the name Dreamcast era just kinda bothers me).

    And finally, the modern era, with Crisis City from Sonic '06 (why), Rooftop Run from Sonic Unleashed, and Planet Wisp from Sonic Colors (honestly, Planet Wisp is the one level I hate in Generations).

    The music is fantastic. It is just remixes, but they're actually great.

    This was a perfect way to celebrate 20 years of Sonic. Five years later and the game is still awesome and amazing and fun. It's by no means original, but who cares. As long as the gameplay has been perfected (which it has), there's tons of fun and replayability here. I forgot to mention the plot, but it's alright. It's just Sonic meets with his younger self and they stop a new foe called the Time Eater. Again, it's alright. Not the best, but not the worst. But who cares about story when tons of classic stages are available to explore in 2D and 3D perspectives. This is one of the best Sonic games in a while.    … Expand
  78. Duskycarp116
    Sep 11, 2015
    8
    Remember when Sonic's 2 good 3D games? If you don't then you really need to play this because its really really fun as **** m9s, and it will forever be in my memories
  79. S3AN06
    Jun 17, 2015
    8
    Sonic Generations is my second favourite Modern Sonic game due to its high speed action; fans of the classic titles will enjoy the game as much as I do.

    Everything about this game is amazing with the only letdown being the easy difficulty and not many other stages from other Sonic games to play; I rate this game a 8.5 out of 10. A must play for long time Sonic fans.
  80. FaustaoPentelho
    Jun 6, 2015
    10
    I love this games he's so good I love modern sonic and classic sonic too this game is all i have seen in the games this a junction of all this i love
  81. FireAntoniyo
    May 26, 2015
    9
    In the year 2011, SEGA served us up a Sonic The Hedgehog game that is quite simply amazing! This game is truly a work of art that shows us that Sonic The Hedgehog is and always will be a legend in gaming history. The game consist of two types of game play, the 3D high speed platforming stages where you play as Modern Sonic, and the classic 2D platforming stages as Classic Sonic. The gameIn the year 2011, SEGA served us up a Sonic The Hedgehog game that is quite simply amazing! This game is truly a work of art that shows us that Sonic The Hedgehog is and always will be a legend in gaming history. The game consist of two types of game play, the 3D high speed platforming stages where you play as Modern Sonic, and the classic 2D platforming stages as Classic Sonic. The game looks amazing and sounds amazing. Each stage has been remastered in glorious HD and also have their own song remixed fitting the stage perfectly. However the storyline did disappoint me a lot, as it was really lazy and just felt repetitive, and some of the boss and rival fights were boring and carried on for far too long, such as the Egg Dragoon and Shadow's fight but, I did enjoy Silver's fight and the Perfect Chaos boss. In conclusion, Sonic Generations earns a 9/10 as the game is incredible! I recommend this game to anyone that is new to the Sonic The Hedgehog franchise.… Expand
  82. Nerdreviewer
    May 25, 2015
    9
    Melhor jogo do sonic, não tem quase nenhum defeito, o único defeito é que tem relativamente bastante 2D no Sonic moderno que era pra ser 3D, mas só isso mesmo
  83. TheNinjaGuy914
    May 13, 2015
    10
    This was my first ever sonic game after not knowing who sonic was. When i unlocked him in brawl i did not know why but when i unlocked him and started playing as him i just really liked him. not because of his moves, i just liked him and did not know why. when my mom bought me this game and i put in in my xbox I WAS HOOKED!!! Gameplay was awesome, music was better than the original piecesThis was my first ever sonic game after not knowing who sonic was. When i unlocked him in brawl i did not know why but when i unlocked him and started playing as him i just really liked him. not because of his moves, i just liked him and did not know why. when my mom bought me this game and i put in in my xbox I WAS HOOKED!!! Gameplay was awesome, music was better than the original pieces of its original game. And also idk why but the spindash was my favorite part of the classic sonic parts. also n the final boss whenever the went out of the circle for 3d i switched to 2d to get rings. eventually i actually hit him and was surprised but happy at the same time. this is 1. in my top 5 sonic games. I LOVED 2d SONIC AND I WISH HE WOULD BE IN MORE GAMES!!! HE JUST RECKED THROUGH EVERYTHING AND HIS BOUNCING OFF ENEMIES REALLY WAS COOL AND I WISH THEY USED IT MORE IN THE GAME!!! THIS IS MY FAVORITE GAME OF ALL TIME!!!… Expand
  84. sonicpro
    Feb 28, 2015
    10
    this is my favorite sonic game! sega finally understood how to make sonic games, im never thought the game was boring,the gameplay is awesome the music is awesome the bosses are great and the graphics are gorgeous!
  85. SpazzyGoose
    Jan 19, 2015
    10
    awesome game play , super fast , good story , fun to replay over and over , nice skills , 2 game modes , the controls are clunky at times , great graphics , better than Mario has ever done , great boost , amazing remakes of songs and levels , nice environment , 2 sonics are better than 1 and just well done all around. THIS IS WHAT WE WANT! 11/10!
  86. supersonic16XD
    Jan 14, 2015
    10
    Sonic Generations es el Mejor Juego ACTUAL DE SONIC COMPRALO Y JUEGAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA XDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXDXD LOLOLOLOL LIKE SONIC GENERATION LIKE
  87. metascoresuxdik
    Oct 25, 2014
    10
    Simply amazing. This game has proven why Sonic is the successful icon he is today in the first place. This game is fast, fun, full of action, and exciting. This is by far one of my most favorable games. Defiantly one of the best Sonic games by far, and even worthy enough to be considered one of the best games of all time in general. 10/10
  88. NerdConsultant
    Oct 22, 2014
    10
    Finally the Sonic game i have waited for it is outstanding combing everything that makes the character and games great. the gameplay is throughly enjoyable no matter which sonic you play as and revisiting these levels is great nostalgia highly recommended to any Sonic fan and heres hoping future games will adopt this style of gameplay
  89. DreamcastUser
    Oct 19, 2014
    8
    Easily one of the best 3D Sonics ever made. The story was good ole Sonic Fun. And it also had a lot of good nostalgia with the levels. My only complaint is that it all felt too short.
  90. PillowChew
    Oct 10, 2014
    9
    It fulfills the promise of a Sonic game much better than anything the Japanese developer has done before. Sonic Generations is stupendous, with it's constant variety and expert level design still proves that Sega still knows how to tweak their Sonic Formula in fun ways.
  91. VictorSilver
    Sep 24, 2014
    10
    The best game that SEGA could do to homage the fans of Sonic series. Everything is cool: graphics, music, level design, classic and modern in just one game, and the dialogues that jokes his own series. Incredible!
  92. how_are_u
    Aug 20, 2014
    8
    This game was released on 3DS, but also has an X360 version! This version features better, though non-3D graphics, decent control (especially on the classic stages), and a really awesome area where you can play your favourite Sonic music again and again. The 3D stages are rather fun, but I personally find them infuriating, although their control is decent (The 3D control isn't as good asThis game was released on 3DS, but also has an X360 version! This version features better, though non-3D graphics, decent control (especially on the classic stages), and a really awesome area where you can play your favourite Sonic music again and again. The 3D stages are rather fun, but I personally find them infuriating, although their control is decent (The 3D control isn't as good as Sonic The Hedgehog, also X360, though, which came five years earlier. Seriously?). A good game overall.… Expand
  93. DemonSlayerNate
    Jul 21, 2014
    8
    This game is fun a bag of fun You can switch between 2D gameplay, and 3D gameplay. It take the best elements of 2D and 3D sonic and recreates some of the best levels from previous sonic games. One of the best sonic games.
  94. AwesomeCakester
    Apr 23, 2014
    8
    Sonic Gereations is one of the best 3D Sonic games put out by far in my opinion. It's face paced, colorful, and describes the 20 years of Sonic to a tee. The problems I have with Sonic Generations are very small but important to me. The first is boss fights being a tad on the easy side. Fun, but easy. The final boss is very confessing in that it's hard to tell when you've done somethingSonic Gereations is one of the best 3D Sonic games put out by far in my opinion. It's face paced, colorful, and describes the 20 years of Sonic to a tee. The problems I have with Sonic Generations are very small but important to me. The first is boss fights being a tad on the easy side. Fun, but easy. The final boss is very confessing in that it's hard to tell when you've done something right, and the game plays things very safe. Which isn't bad. Over all if you like Sonic the Hedgehog, chances are you already have it, or a fan of platformers, you should give this one a go.… Expand
  95. darkfury45
    Mar 19, 2014
    8
    Sonic Generations will do what it says in the title, and take you through the Generations of sonic the hedgehog. Reliving some of the best and - unfortunately - worst moments in Sonic's years of running through the world

    Graphics: The smooth graphics and dynamic color pallet with incredible shading is remarkable, and the blur effects for the modern sonic dash attacks is simply    Sonic Generations will do what it says in the title, and take you through the Generations of sonic the hedgehog. Reliving some of the best and - unfortunately - worst moments in Sonic's years of running through the world

    Graphics: The smooth graphics and dynamic color pallet with incredible shading is remarkable, and the blur effects for the modern sonic dash attacks is simply outstanding as to how well it works together. The graphics - however - do push the system to its limits, and you can occasionally find frame-rate chops or momentary lag. It's not enough to ruin a game, and is thankfully rare in most cases.

    Game play: The negative part of the game play is the bias towards modern Sonic and very short storyline. Even if you choose to do the challenges, find all five red rings in a level, the game play is very short lived and following the story alone is even shorter. In terms of the bosses, you face two bosses as Modern Sonic and one as Retro Sonic, the final boss is - as many will, did, and should expect - tag team between the two. As a sonic veteran, having played many of Sonic's best and worst games (sonic labyrinth, just why SEGA? Y_Y) I was very disappointed with how you do not revisit some of the most nostalgic bosses from the older Sonic games such as Sonic CD, Sonic 3, Sonic & Knuckles, etc. The game play - short lived as it is - provides a huge refreshment to nostalgia with revamped music and remastered bosses and levels, themed after some of the BEST moments in Sonic's history. You get to enjoy the epic 2D classic and 3D modern sonic game play styles, with challenges from older games, revamped with many improvements and epic moments.

    Storyline: The storyline itself is very obvious to many people, and - as stated before - is very short lived. The story itself doesn't really excite you much as there are very minimal plot twists or intriguing details. However, by revisiting some of the older games, we can see how much Sonic has changed - for the better and worse - over the years.

    Character Development: The character development is rather minimalistic, with very minimal use of their personalities and barely any use other than to find out secrets in levels - such as locations of the red rings - and take part in one of the cheesiest cut scenes I've ever seen in the final stage. You also get to hear Omochao with one of the worst voice acting they ever gave to the robotic creature - thankfully disabling Omochao is an option.

    Unfulfilled Expectations: As a Sonic Veteran, I have longed to see a return of the Chao Gardens as well as special stages. The Chao Gardens was one of the most relaxing and adorable mini-games the Sonic franchise gave us during the Sonic Adventure games, and the special stages (such as the ones from Sonic, Sonic 2, Sonic CD and Sonic 3) provided a bit of a hidden challenge. Annoying? Perhaps, but a classic thing that gave players a challenge. In Sonic Generations - and most games nowadays - you earn chaos emeralds during the story, but have no use for them. In this case especially, there's no use of the chaos emeralds (outside the final boss) until you've completed the game AND purchased an upgrade. Upgrades were an interesting add-on to modern sonic games, but they can be tedious and make minimal sense. Given how you can use the chaos emeralds to turn super sonic AFTER purchasing the upgrade - which is ONLY available AFTER finishing the main storyline - really leaves me with great disappointment. The rival battles, however, add an interesting twist to some of Sonic's older battles, but unfortunately, do not satisfy some of the nostalgia that was expected; mainly due to the short length of the battles. The final boss - however - was the biggest disappointment I have seen in a Sonic game in ages. The battle itself is too easy and more so luck based. It is highly predictable in many cases, however in other cases, some attacks are near-impossible to dodge due to either lack of time to react, lag issues, or glitched hit boxes. Some abilities, such as the time slow, aren't even threatening, just a nuisance to deal with as they do nearly nothing but slow the entire battle down. From the three other bosses they offer, the final boss is a huge disappointment in comparison.

    Conclusion: Despite how much negativity that people may have picked up from minor, Sonic Generations is a very fun and VERY satisfying game in many places. Several spots need improvement, but SEGA has shown us how our favorite blue hedgehog has come, and with a secret unlockable that lets you relive the first of the Sonic series, we are given a game with many variations in design, with multiple ways to clear a level - much like in the old Sonic Games - and a game play even a six year old can master. I hope SEGA will look at this and realize what made Sonic great, improve it, and release something truly remarkable.    … Expand
  96. TehBwitzie
    Feb 8, 2014
    10
    Sure it's only like 2 hours, but it's a damn excellent two hours. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
  97. guitarguy001
    Jan 9, 2014
    9
    A great Sonic game and one of the best Sonic games in a while. Stunning visuals, high-octane platforming, great soundtrack and just a ton of fun to play. While the story is rather-lacking, this game is my 2nd favorite Sonic game.
  98. LongTimeNoSee
    Dec 21, 2013
    9
    With the best elements of both Unleashed and Colors Sonic Generations is easily one of the best 3D sonic games since the days of the dream cast. Sonic Generations has truly fantastic level design for both classic and modern sonic with a kick ass soundtrack to boot. The only area where this game falls short is with the final boss it is very confusing and hitting the time eater feels almostWith the best elements of both Unleashed and Colors Sonic Generations is easily one of the best 3D sonic games since the days of the dream cast. Sonic Generations has truly fantastic level design for both classic and modern sonic with a kick ass soundtrack to boot. The only area where this game falls short is with the final boss it is very confusing and hitting the time eater feels almost completely luck based. If you have not picked this game up yet a seriously encourage you to do so now.… Expand
  99. Bokxie
    Dec 12, 2013
    8
    Sonic Generations marks the 20th anniversary of the Blue blur, and with celebrations of our beloved gaming icon, a game also joins the club. And what kind of game is it?

    The game allows you to play with 2 Sonics. One from the good old genesis days and one from the modern Sonic days. Sounds confusing? Well, time travel is always confusing so don't point at me. The two Sonics are on their    Sonic Generations marks the 20th anniversary of the Blue blur, and with celebrations of our beloved gaming icon, a game also joins the club. And what kind of game is it?

    The game allows you to play with 2 Sonics. One from the good old genesis days and one from the modern Sonic days. Sounds confusing? Well, time travel is always confusing so don't point at me. The two Sonics are on their way to save their friends, speeding through stages of the past and fix the timeline.

    The gameplay is fun for everyone, either an old skool Sonic fan or a new one, or even someone who has never been part of this franchise. Like playing old platformers with speed added, classic Sonic is your friend! More of a 3d speed section fan, modern Sonic is the guy you want! You'll have to play with both of them to complete the game but don't worry, you'll enjoy it.

    The music consists mainly of older Sonic themes being remixed. For example, when you go through a stage you will hear two versions, a classic version and a modern version of the original stage theme. And they are absolutely a joy to listen to.

    Other things also make a return or are brand new. There are mission gates which allows you to go through stages with an other goal than reach the finish, and there's a skill shop in which you can adjust Sonic's gameplay style to your own. Want more speed? Buy the blast off skill. Want more grip? The acceleration skill is something you want.

    There are only two negative points that I have to mention with this game, which are the length and the story. The length of this game is only 4 hours long, not counting the missions and collecting red rings or achievements, so that's a bit of a let down. The story is pretty awkward. There are barely any cutscenes, and making a story including time travel tends to fail easy if done wrong.

    I would advice this game to any fan, whether old skool, modern lover or not a fan of Sonic overall.    … Expand
  100. peters554
    Dec 6, 2013
    9
    Sonic Generations is pretty much the old Sonic games all rolled into one with much more modern graphics noticing fine points in the game may help you later in the hidden levels.
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#80 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#16 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#12 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. GamingTrend
    Feb 10, 2012
    84
    You won't be disappointed by the changes that have been made to make this a great experience.
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  2. Level7.nu
    Dec 11, 2011
    60
    Sonic Generations lets you play as two different Sonics, one from the present and one from the past. The first levels are fantastic, but the level design soon gets dull. The time trials and the music is good though.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Dec 9, 2011
    84
    It's somewhat short and the boss battles are truly awful, but otherwise Sonic Generations is a solid platformer. Revisiting old levels is nostalgic and having two Sonics to control is a nice touch. [Dec 2011]
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