Sonic Prime Dash

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Sonic Prime Dash is a thrilling single-player platformer game that offers high-speed endless running gameplay. Experience fabulous graphics and awesome game mechanics as you grind your way through endless levels. If you're a fan of Sonic, you won't want to miss out on this exciting adventure!

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

monetization86 positive mentions

grinding13 negative mentions

The game is a significant improvement over the original Sonic Dash, featuring no ads and no microtransactions, making for a more enjoyable experience.
Players appreciate the vibrant graphics and engaging gameplay, which captures the high-speed thrill of the Sonic franchise.
The inclusion of new characters from Sonic Prime and the ability to unlock them through gameplay rather than in-app purchases is a major plus.

Many players express frustration over the need for a Netflix subscription to access the game, limiting its availability.
The game can feel repetitive and grindy, with some players noting that character tokens are awarded sporadically, making upgrades difficult.
There are complaints about the lack of variety in bosses and levels, with some players feeling that the game does not fully utilize the Sonic Prime theme.

monetization
138 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
62%
10%
28%
The monetization model of this game has been widely praised for its absence of ads and microtransactions, as it is included with a Netflix subscription. Players appreciate the shift from a pay-to-win structure to a more straightforward gameplay experience, where all content can be earned through in-game currency rather than real money. Overall, the game is seen as a significant improvement over its predecessor, Sonic Dash, due to its ad-free environment and lack of in-app purchases.
- “Although you need a Netflix account to play this, you benefit from playing this game with no ads or microtransactions, which I sincerely hope stays that way.”
- “The extra content from Sonic Prime, as well as there being no ads and no in-app purchases unlike the non-Netflix version, makes for the definitive Sonic endless runner experience, and a must-play for any fans of the blue blur that have a Netflix subscription.”
- “This game has no ads and it is just Sonic Dash but more fun in my opinion, also I can't open the app anymore it just keeps crashing after the Netflix logo appears, don't know why but please fix it.”
- “Gave up on the free to play version years ago because of the monetization issues.”
- “Netflix account needed to open the game; what is wrong with all of you? Can't you give the game for free and have in-game purchases?”
- “It's cool to have a version of the game with no microtransactions, but for some reason I can't take screenshots or record my screen while playing it?”
graphics
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
81%
12%
7%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many users praising their vibrancy, detail, and overall quality. Players appreciate the colorful visuals and character variety, noting that the graphics enhance the engaging gameplay experience. While some mention minor issues like glitches or a need for improvement in certain areas, the consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Great game, characters and graphics look amazing!”
- “Dazzling visuals, great music and sounds, fast paced and entertaining.”
- “Great game and time killer, absolutely amazing graphics and definitely worth the download.”
- “All levels are the same, just some graphics change.”
- “The graphics sure need some improvement.”
- “I think it has bad graphics for the new places and only some characters.”
gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
45%
10%
The gameplay of the new Sonic Dash, developed by Sega, is praised for its vibrant graphics, smooth and responsive mechanics, and engaging character variety, making it a fun experience for players. While it retains many elements from the original Sonic Dash, recent updates have introduced new mechanics such as tapping on badniks while airborne and swiping arrows for bonuses, enhancing the gameplay loop. However, some players feel the game lacks originality and depth, suggesting a need for more diverse levels and a compelling story to elevate the experience.
- “The gameplay is smooth and responsive, allowing players to dash, jump, and spin their way through colorful environments inspired by Sonic's iconic universe.”
- “I love the gameplay loop this game has to offer, and I like how the character tokens are used in leveling up characters!”
- “Honestly, this is one of the best runner games I've ever played. The graphics are good, the gameplay is good, just everything is good; there are also no ads.”
- “It's just a reskin, man. Although Sonic Dash did bring back so many memories, it's just not worth it. If Netflix does make new mechanics, then I might change my mind, so Netflix, if you are seeing this, make new mechanics!”
- “This is just the old Sonic Dash but better and polished. In my opinion, Sonic Dash is better than the new one. I know the cards are annoying, but they actually feel more rewarding. However, I still think that cards are bad at the same time, and Sonic Dash has quality of life mechanics that can save time.”
- “Ahem, this game has the same mechanics as Sonic Dash, but with more characters (aka 3 characters if I am correct).”
grinding
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
93%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly when it comes to leveling up characters, as tokens are awarded sporadically and are often tied to random events. While the core gameplay remains enjoyable and the absence of ads or microtransactions is appreciated, many feel that the token system could be improved to make character upgrades less frustrating. Overall, the grinding is manageable, but it can become a chore due to the randomness and bugs affecting gameplay.
- “No tedious upgrading, no ugly main menu, no distracting cards all over the track, and no heavy price tags on characters.”
- “It's a bit tedious to level up characters since you only get a chance at a couple tokens for a random character during the style sections in between levels.”
- “Only problem is leveling up characters is tedious because you need tokens to level them up and aren't guaranteed to get the tokens you need.”
- “Pretty much the same as the original Sonic Dash but without ads and microtransactions, the game is pretty good after all but leveling up characters is a little bit tedious since you need tokens that you can only get through a random chance or events.”
stability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
8%
67%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While others praise its smooth performance and lack of microtransactions, many users express frustration over bugs and unresponsive controls that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game shows potential but requires significant improvements in stability to enhance player enjoyment.
- “This may just be a reskin, but it's still better to me. I get some cool starter characters and honestly, no glitches. Sure, some annoying deaths, but it's an amazing game still.”
- “Old school Sonic Dash... works perfectly via Netflix link and no glitches. Heaps of worlds, prizes, and rewards to keep you busy and on the ball. Comes highly recommended.”
- “Fun game, runs great, good use of Sonic IP.”
- “Really want to like this game but it constantly freezes and crashes.”
- “The game becomes unresponsive and freezes with a blank screen while returning to main screen view.”
- “It's a good game lots of glitches still there's times controls are off and lag, other issue I have is it tells you here have this on us when you cap their high score and doesn't pay anything, great characters awesome visuals just need the kinks fixed.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
45%
27%
The game's story is generally viewed as lacking depth, with many players noting that it primarily revolves around completing missions and unlocking zones rather than offering a compelling narrative. While some enjoy the character collection and mission variety, others feel that the repetitive gameplay and absence of a dedicated story mode diminish the overall experience. Players express a desire for more engaging plot elements and unique level designs to enhance motivation and enjoyment.
- “This game is awesome 👍 because even though you're doing the same thing over and over again, they give you different missions and you get to unlock different zones.”
- “Love the storyline.”
- “This with the first point mentioned here renders missions pointless.”
- “The spinning wheel keeps giving me trash on purpose, green hill zone doesn't have its original music, the missions constantly keep forcing me to wait an hour for a new one, we need more bosses and crossovers and please make a system where we can give away boosters that we don't want for red star rings or gems.”
- “The whole plot of the game is to complete all the zones and collect all the characters.”
music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
43%
14%
Overall, the music in the game is well-received, with players praising its quality and enjoyment, particularly highlighting the new Yoke City music. However, some users expressed disappointment over the absence of original tracks from classic zones like Green Hill. Suggestions for improvements include adding thematic animations and more diverse musical elements to enhance the experience further.
- “I love the music.”
- “Dazzling visuals, great music and sounds, fast paced and entertaining.”
- “I love the new Yoke City music and the graphics are 😎 🆒️.”
- “The spinning wheel keeps giving me trash on purpose, Green Hill Zone doesn't have its original music, the missions constantly keep forcing me to wait an hour for a new one, we need more bosses and crossovers, and please make a system where we can give away boosters that we don't want for red star rings or gems.”
optimization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
Overall, the optimization of the game is mixed; while it runs smoothly at 60 fps and does not crash, some users report slow progression and less fluidity in certain scenes. The recent update has negatively impacted performance and character progression, leading to frustration among players. Improvements in red ring rewards or costs are suggested to enhance the experience.
- “The game runs at 60 fps and it runs smoothly.”
- “I really like the Sonic game, but it would be good if they optimized it because some scenes are a bit slow and not fluid.”
- “As most Netflix 'games', it's the same as the original but without in-app purchases and needing a Netflix subscription, but runs smoothly and doesn't crash.”
- “The only reason this still gets 3 stars is because it's pre the abysmal cards update in Sonic Dash that wrecked performance, blocked the onward route, and ruined character progression.”
- “Good game but has become slow (progress-wise, not performance-wise) and almost a chore now that I'm done with Snow Mountain. Please either double the amount of red rings we receive or lower the cost of all red ring items.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it funny and engaging, though some note that it feels easier compared to other titles in the Sonic series. Overall, the comedic elements contribute positively to the gaming experience.
- “Funny and fantastic! The responses and interactions are great.”
- “Funny, but easier compared to other Sonic games.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional impact of the game is significant, with some players expressing strong negative feelings, indicating that the experience was so intense or distressing that they have no desire to play it again.