Sonic is back and in a very familiar way. Sonic Superstars returns the speed green hedgehog to his classic 2D origins, complete with playable appearances from some of his best friends to defeat Doctor Eggman once again (or Robotnik, if you feel extremely nostalgic). But don’t let the classic exterior fool you. Superstars are here to show that an old hedgehog can still learn new tricks.
Four playable characters
Like most classic Sonic titles, Sonic Superstars doesn’t just feature the prominent hedgehog as a playable character. This time, there are four heroes to choose from, including Sonic the Hedgehog, Miles ‘Tails’ Prower, Knuckles the Echidna, and her original Sonic CD costume, Amy Rose.
In the spirit of classic Sonic, each of these characters has their own unique abilities that make them perfect for different playstyles and playstyles. Sonic has speed, Tails has the ability to fly high, Knuckles can glide horizontally and climb structures, and Amy has a hammer that can break walls and allow her to double jump with the widest damage radius. of each character. These characters alone are reason enough to revisit the game over and over again, but they’re not the only thing that keeps you playing.
Simultaneous four-player cooperation
For the first time in the series, four players can explore Sonic’s world at once. You and your team can choose from four selectable characters and work together to collect Chaos Emeralds and save innocent animals from Eggman’s mechanical clutches.
The area is filled with fresh air
Sonic Superstars goes back to the series’ 2D roots, but nothing but brand new areas here. That means new levels of themes, new decorations, and lots of new hot stuff while you roll at the speed of sound. These include things like foggy forests, forests full of natural tracks, bungee jumping vines, etc. It has a rich and modern visuals but matches the vibe of the classic series. But it’s better to take your eyes off the scene and focus on where your feet are going…
New Robotic Scammers Gallery
Areas aren’t the only things that have been upgraded. Eggman has some new tricks that are sure to catch the hedgehog and its friends. They appear in the form of countless new enemies and many other obstacles that you will have to learn to avoid and defeat. Sometimes the job will take longer than the standard bouncing Badnik. Expect to face off against small bosses as well as Eggman’s own mechanized concoctions that aim to stop your progress. Or so the doctor hopes.
Use the power of Chaos Emeralds
Another new feature to the Sonic the Hedgehog world is using the power of each Chaos Emerald. After finding the secret ring on a level, you’ll have to complete a grappling hook mini-game in which you have to swing over obstacles to get the glowing jewel.
Sega has revealed two. One turns you into water to traverse waterfalls, the other lets you unleash an army of clones to clear enemy screens. This means that for the first time, you don’t have to wait to collect all seven emeralds to grant Sonic superpowers. Now each emerald is as important as collecting them all and granting you new ways to play after each special stage. With seven to find, the possibilities of different powers are almost limitless.
Galore physics-based game
2D Sonic fans will be delighted to know that the physics-based gameplay is back and more glorious than ever. Use ramps to increase your speed and jump far. Accelerate and use your momentum to lunge at enemies, launching yourself across tons of terrain. Use your character’s abilities in tandem with your thrust to travel in unique ways. It’s all here and, as always, helping to provide a memorable Sonic experience and a basic experience to speed up with all sorts of speed tricks.
A modern classic
Each of these new pieces in the Sonic formula come together to create a classic game with a modern finish. This new addition to the classic Sonic games is not only a return, but a whole new experience for players from each generation of hedgehog fans.
This is understandable for those who yearn for a new addition to the 2D Sonic series to follow Sonic Mania. And for those looking for an introduction to classic titles or the Sonic series, this is the perfect starting point looking to perfect the formula and turn each of its tiers up to 10.
Sonic Superstars is scheduled to launch in the fall of 2023.
