Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I (2012)

Developer: SEGA
Platforms: Windows
Rating: 2.0 of 5, 3,824 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Speedy, colorful 2D platforming with a nostalgic arcade feel and a bright, energetic atmosphere.

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What players say

Players say it feels wrong to control, with broken momentum and sluggish movement that make it not feel like a Sonic game. Levels are uninspired, bosses are tedious, and the final level is just a boss rush. Sentiment is overwhelmingly negative, with some calling it worse than 06 or a Roblox slop game.

Screenshots

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