Sonic The Hedgehog Classic
- May 21, 2009
- SEGA
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Get on Apple Store"Sonic the Hedgehog Classic" is a single-player Platformer game, optimized for mobile devices, that brings the original Sonic experience to life with compelling gameplay, good graphics, and a re-mastered soundtrack. The game offers new features like Time Attack mode and playable characters Tails and Knuckles, as well as exclusive controller support. However, it is known to have bugs. The mission to save the world from Dr. Eggman across seven classic zones remains as exciting as ever.
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Reviews
- monetization1,376 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, primarily due to the overwhelming presence of ads. Many players report that ads appear excessively during gameplay, including after every level, pause, or action, making the game feel unplayable at times. While there is an option to pay for an ad-free experience, numerous users express frustration that even after purchasing this option, ads still persist, leading to a perception of corporate greed and dissatisfaction with the overall gaming experience.
“It's free to play and very cheap for no ads, and even if you don't like playing it on the phone, people have made ports for PC, so you're fine.”
“I recommend purchasing no ads for the measly $2.”
“Great game, great port, but when I paid the $2.99 for no ads, the ads still appear and I don't know how to turn them off.”
“The game itself is really nice but it's the fact that I have to pay in order to remove the advertisements.”
“This used to be my favorite game and you ruined it with all of your ads and greediness, Sega.”
“The amount of ads is a little intrusive and having to pay to remove them can feel scummy, but I'd also say the price itself was very low considering what I got for it.”
- graphics119 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received a generally positive reception, with many players praising the nostalgic 16-bit aesthetic and improved HD visuals that enhance the overall experience. While some users appreciate the clarity and detail on various devices, others express concerns about pixelation and difficulty distinguishing characters from backgrounds. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point, contributing to the game's charm and appeal, despite some calls for further enhancements.
“The graphics are amazing, too!”
“This iconic franchise has once again captivated players with its exhilarating gameplay, dazzling visuals, and a nostalgic homage to its roots.”
“The hd visuals, wide-screen and extras make it feel definitive and there are plenty of quality of life improvements.”
“I realize the graphics are supposed to be retro, but they could have been cleaned up a little in order to make it easier to see on a phone screen.”
“I don't know how this game works on other devices but on my LG V30 the graphics are terrible, and controls for hedgehog movement are flimsy.”
“This game has low quality, pay-to-win, bad graphics and no good maps.”
- gameplay107 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its smoothness, nostalgic feel, and faithful recreation of classic mechanics, making it enjoyable for both new players and longtime fans. However, many users express frustration with the frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, significantly detracting from the overall experience. While some appreciate the addition of controller support and improved graphics, others find the controls challenging and the gameplay occasionally hindered by inconsistent mechanics.
“The gameplay is smooth, and the framerate is consistent.”
“This iconic franchise has once again captivated players with its exhilarating gameplay, dazzling visuals, and a nostalgic homage to its roots.”
“The gameplay is sooooo good; I played all of it 10/10. This game is for a Sonic fan.”
“The ads are killing the gameplay experience.”
“The ads popping up right in the middle of gameplay is frustrating.”
“Too many ads (3 before actual gameplay) and slow.”
- music73 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its nostalgic quality and remastered clarity, enhancing the overall experience for both new players and longtime fans. Many reviewers appreciate the iconic soundtrack, noting that it evokes fond memories of the original game, while some express frustration with overlapping music tracks and persistent background sounds. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's retro charm.
“The soundtrack is awesome.”
“Game has a wonderful soundtrack, great graphics, and overall good experience!”
“I love this game; it has retro music and the colors. I always download this on my other phones.”
“The only positive thing is the music which gives an old school feeling - everything else gives me white hair and I have enough of them ;)”
“Good overall, but the fact that the menu music and the game's music itself both play together is very annoying.”
“The music in the beginning won't stop after the game starts and plays over the theme music, continuing after I close the game. It's loud and annoying.”
- stability71 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- -3 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game's stability has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent glitches and freezes, particularly in the Scrap Brain Zone Act 2, which often disrupts gameplay. While some users have noted improvements and smooth performance on certain devices, the overwhelming presence of ads and persistent bugs have led to frustration, making the game feel unstable for many. Overall, while the game is enjoyable, its stability issues significantly detract from the experience.
“The game runs smoothly with no glitches.”
“I haven't encountered any stability issues while playing.”
“The performance is solid, making for a seamless gaming experience.”
“However, I don't know if that happens to everyone, but once you complete Scrap Brain Stage 2, the screen shoots up so you're just looking at the electronic wall, freezes, and reboots.”
“The game keeps freezing before I get hit, making me lose my rings, and the ads are overwhelming. First, my game freezes, next it says 'not responding', then I say 'wait', after that it opens the menu, then exits the menu, and an ad plays. Other than that, it's like playing the real game.”
“Every time I get to the end of the level, it freezes and makes me start at the beginning.”
- humor19 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the quirky characters, such as the "funny blue hedgehog" and Eggman, to be entertaining. Many reviews highlight amusing moments, like glitches and playful dialogue, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. However, some players express frustration with the game's mechanics, which can detract from the overall humor.
“Mr. Needlemouse is a game about a funny blue hedgehog that goes fast. It has amazing characters such as Fat Man, Robot, Mr. Needlemouse, and not only that but other characters that sadly don't appear in this game but do in others like Edgy the Hedgy.”
“It's funny when they say 'Sega' and it is a crazy game because I like it.”
“Omg, this game is so funny and so cute.”
- emotional15 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of nostalgia and frustration regarding the emotional aspect of the game. While many feel a deep connection to their childhood memories, with some even crying tears of joy, they also report significant issues with controls and technical glitches that detract from their overall experience. The emotional highs of nostalgia are often overshadowed by the lows of gameplay frustrations, leading to a bittersweet sentiment.
“Made me feel like a child again”
“I cried while I was playing because it reminded me of my childhood 😭”
“I cried but in a good way.”
- story14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it enjoyable and simple, while others criticize it for feeling more like a series of challenge missions rather than a cohesive narrative. Many users express frustration with gameplay mechanics and technical issues that detract from the overall experience, suggesting that the story could be enhanced with additional features and character options. Overall, the story is seen as a secondary element, overshadowed by gameplay frustrations and a lack of depth.
“Good controls, amazing graphics, and a simple yet fun storyline.”
“Truly a remarkable game with a fantastic story; me and my cousin play this game with our kids, overall 10/10.”
“Sega should make Sonic 3 on mobile too, and it's fun to play Sonic 1. I gave it a 4, not a 5, because there is no super at the end of the game. Chaos Control happened, where's Hyper and the story of the Emeralds in Sonic 1?”
“Very rage-inducing; an ad always comes after an attempt on an act, but it still doesn't respawn into the level. Sonic on any surfaces feels slippery, making it hard to do precise jumps and making the game utterly hard. The story is okay; that's why I gave it one star.”
“The game design checkpoints while playing the game don't feel like a story mission; it feels more like a challenge mission and doesn't feel like a mission. The game controls are extremely clunky, and the game lags and bugs while trying to play. A hedgehog is not intelligent.”
“No good controls, no good game, no good story; everything is bad.”
- optimization13 mentions
- 54 % positive mentions
- 23 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some users report smooth performance and good graphics, others experience significant lag, clunky controls, and issues on newer devices. Many players express frustration with frequent ads and a lack of optimization for high refresh rate screens, indicating that the game may not perform well on all mobile devices.
“It is not an emulated ROM: it is a game built from the ground up and it runs smoothly.”
“Graphics and performance are the best.”
“The Sonic game that started it all is now free-to-play and optimized for mobile devices!”
“Too many ads, bad optimization, 8/10.”
“The controls are clunky, the frame rates are terrible, laggy as hell, not optimized at all. The game will pause for half a second on my Galaxy S7 and iPad 2, plus ads, ads, ads.”
“Not optimized for new phones.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game significantly enhances replayability through the addition of new characters like Tails and Knuckles, as well as features such as save options and a spin dash. Players appreciate the various modes and settings that increase enjoyment, although some suggest improvements like more playable characters from the start and additional checkpoints to further enhance the experience. Overall, these updates make the game a compelling choice for repeated play.
“This game added save features, a spin dash which wasn't in the original, and they added Tails, Knuckles, and Sonic and Tails, adding more replay value.”
“Its addition of Tails, Knuckles, and other modes makes this game replayable and great for when you need a time killer.”
“It makes the already heavily replayable Genesis game three times more fun with Tails and Knuckles and additional optional settings such as speed cap and spin dash.”
“But one thing, like Sonic 2, can you make it so all three characters are playable at the start of the game?”
“There needs to be more checkpoints to just make it more playable.”
“But I have only one problem, fix some little bugs from the game; it will make it more playable.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious at times, with some noting that poorly implemented touchscreen controls exacerbate the experience, making certain levels nearly unplayable. While some users have managed to complete grinding tasks like collecting chaos emeralds, the presence of frequent ads and the requirement for an internet connection add to the overall frustration.
“The only gripe I have with it is just the game itself; it can get tedious at times, but I don't really want to take that into account for my rating since it isn't really the developers' fault here.”
“This game hasn't held up terribly well as is, but poorly implemented touchscreen controls make some of the more tedious levels nearly unplayable.”
“This game will be perfect except for the ads. Yes, I know you need to make money, but they're a bit tedious, and also the game's not offline, so you really need internet for the ads, which is weird.”
