Sonic & Knuckles

 Xbox 360
  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Sep 9, 2009
  • Also On: PC
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 55 Ratings

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  • Summary: [Xbox Live Arcade] The blue hedgehog and the red echidna were sworn adversaries in Sonic 3, but in the platform adventure Sonic & Knuckles, Knuckles realizes that he's been just a pawn in the schemes of Dr. Eggman (aka Dr. Robotnik). Knuckles, the former adversary, now supports Sonic to[Xbox Live Arcade] The blue hedgehog and the red echidna were sworn adversaries in Sonic 3, but in the platform adventure Sonic & Knuckles, Knuckles realizes that he's been just a pawn in the schemes of Dr. Eggman (aka Dr. Robotnik). Knuckles, the former adversary, now supports Sonic to chase the common enemy, and each must use their strengths to acquire the priceless Master Emerald and save Angel Island. Sonic or Knuckles: Play as Sonic and let loose on Dr. Eggman wth amazing new powers, or play as Knuckles and tackle Dr. Eggman with bare-fisted attacks, high speed glides, and wall-climbing abilities. New adventures: Eight new zones and two different adventures await. Combine games: For the first time since the SEGA Genesis, combine with Sonic 3 to play as Sonic, Knuckles, even Tails, and unlock new secrets! Combine it with Sonic 2 and play with Knuckles and all his signature moves. [Sega]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 1 out of 14
  1. Vandal
    90
    It's always good to play the greates 16-bit classics, specially at a good price. But if the game is of this caliber, it is almost a must-buy.
  2. NZGamer
    80
    It would have been better if 2 and 3 were just released with the Sonic & Knuckles content instead of charging for a brand new download.
  3. GamePro
    80
    Knuckles is a blast to play with, because he can climb walls -- bringing a different aspect to the game from simply spinning and rolling like Sonic. Also, if you own Sonic 1, 2 or 3 in your XBLA game library, you can play as Knuckles in them as well, a little added extra courtesy of Seeeeeggaaa!
  4. X-ONE Magazine UK
    70
    In all honesty, the level design in Sonic & Knuckles is boring. [Issue#51, p.105]
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  5. MS Xbox World
    70
    Sonic & Knuckles may not be my favorite Sonic game from the Genesis days (that title still belongs to Sonic 2), but when you’re asked to pick a favorite from your favorites, can you really go wrong? Not really, and you can’t go wrong here, either.
  6. GameFocus
    63
    Only absolutely die-hard Genesis and Sonic fans will appreciate the game for what it is. If appeals to you, then by all means buy it but please remember you can also get this game and so many others for less than 30 dollars with the Sonic Ultimate Genesis Collection compilation.
  7. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    40
    Bland, convoluted and plagued with counter-productive level design. [Dec 2009, p.105]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. elilol15
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    This was a lot of fun! The special stages are way easier then the CDs ones and it has a variety of shields too. One of the best classics, notThis was a lot of fun! The special stages are way easier then the CDs ones and it has a variety of shields too. One of the best classics, not for saying the best one.… Expand
  2. Goorman1996
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    It's hard for me to compare Sonic 3 and Sonic & Knuckles about which part are the best one, but, as for me, Sonic & Knuckles are deservingIt's hard for me to compare Sonic 3 and Sonic & Knuckles about which part are the best one, but, as for me, Sonic & Knuckles are deserving more attention. This is was on of my first games I've played being as a kid, and it will be forever in my heart.… Expand
  4. Loogie222
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    This game is a really good sonic game. It's better than 3 and 1 in every way. I prefer this to 3. It has better music level design, and evenThis game is a really good sonic game. It's better than 3 and 1 in every way. I prefer this to 3. It has better music level design, and even introduces knuckles! The 2 gameplay styles double the play time. It even has lock on technology, which allows you to put it on sonic 3 to get the entirety of that game (since s&k is just the second half of sonic 3). put it on sonic 2 and you can play as knuckles. If you put it on sonic 1 you get THOUSANDS of special stages! This game is a perfect classic sonic game! Well, if you disclude that one sand level, it is. Thats really all i can say thats bad about this game.… Expand
  5. LittleSticker
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    back when knuckles was cool
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  6. Daniel_N
    May 16, 2021
    7
    It’s good for its quality, and gameplay. Possibly one of the better games of the franchise.
  7. GameDudeGuy
    Feb 4, 2021
    7
    not as amazing as sonic 3 but still a fun game i just wished they mix both sonic 3 and knuckles that way the game would have been much more fun
  8. SonicFan20
    Sep 15, 2022
    6
    Sonic & Knuckles Is Part Two Of A Truly Perfect Game. Sonic & Knuckles Starts Where Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Ended. No Tails This Time But SonicSonic & Knuckles Is Part Two Of A Truly Perfect Game. Sonic & Knuckles Starts Where Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Ended. No Tails This Time But Sonic Keeps His Insta Shield. Knuckles Is Now Playable With New Abilities Such As Climbing On Walls. And Gliding. This Game Has The Same Blue Spheres With The Same Sprites But Different Zones. One Moment You Can Be Spindashing In A Mushroom Zone And The Next You Will Be Climbing On Walls In A Desert. But This Half Is Where Things Start To Show But Other Than That.. It Feels Unfinished And Thats Where This Review Ends Really. Sonic & Knuckles Is Good But Something Is Missing So I Give Sonic & Knuckles A 6/10 its Time For Sonic The Hedgehog 3 & Knuckles… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#98 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2009
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#62 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009