Underplayed Gems

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I (2010)

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I cover
Developer
Dimps
Publisher
Sega
Platforms
BlackBerry OS, PlayStation 3, Wii, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360
Genres
Platform, Adventure, Arcade
Rating
3.0 of 5, 55 player ratings
Main story
about 150 hours
Completionist
about 220 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast, nostalgic 2D platforming throwback that revives classic Sonic momentum and speed.

nostalgicfast-pacedclassicenergeticplatformingarcade-y

About

The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles left off. Dr. Eggman’s back, and in an effort to finally rid himself of Sonic, he revisits – and improves – the very best of his creations. Get ready for the next chapter in an all new epic 2D saga built for old and new fans alike.

Trailer

Screenshots

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 1Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 2Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 3Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 4Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 5Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I screenshot 6

More games like this

More by Dimps

This page is from Underplayed Gems, a catalog of older and overlooked games. Not quite it? Tell the Catbot what you feel like playing and it picks from the whole catalog, or browse by platform and genre.