3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2

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  • Summary: Super Speed! Sonic's back and better than ever. He's a blur in blue! A blaze of action! With his new Super Spin Dash. And a new, fabulous friend, "Tails" the Fox. You won't believe it 'til you see it. And when you play, you won't stop. Super Play! Defy gravity in hair-raisingSuper Speed! Sonic's back and better than ever. He's a blur in blue! A blaze of action! With his new Super Spin Dash. And a new, fabulous friend, "Tails" the Fox. You won't believe it 'til you see it. And when you play, you won't stop. Super Play! Defy gravity in hair-raising loop-de-loops. Grab Power Sneakers and race like lightning through the mazes. All at break-neck speed! Super Power! Sonic's attitude is can-do. The mad scientist Dr. Robotnik is planning a world takeover. Sonic gets tough in the fight to save his friends and squash Robotnik for good!… Expand

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. Cubed3
    Nov 16, 2015
    90
    This line of 3D Classics has been a great tribute to retro gaming, so far serving up 3D enhanced versions of some of the finest titles in SEGA's large catalogue of wonderful games, and, naturally, gives new fans a try at discovering them for the first time.
  2. Hobby Consolas
    Oct 26, 2015
    90
    3D Sonic 2 is one of the best 2D platformers from the 16-bit era, and this "SEGA 3D Classic" version offers the very same game with new additions like the "Ring Keeper Mode", making it a very enjoyable (and cheap) trip to the past of one of the most iconic characters in SEGA's history. And, indeed, to one of its best games.
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 9, 2015
    90
    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a game of massive highs and crushing lows. Thankfully, M2 and Sega have made those lows much less frustrating in this 3D version, making this the definitive way to play this imperfect, but essential, classic.
  4. FNintendo
    Nov 13, 2015
    90
    3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is quite simply the greatest conversion that could be done with Sega's magnificent platformer. The best Sonic game of all time lost none of its appeal during its journey to the 3DS and is still as delightful to play as it was over 20 years ago.
  5. GameCrate
    Nov 5, 2015
    88
    M2 has once again produced a commendable presentation of a classic for the 3DS with 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2. It continues to be a fun game after all these years (and way better than whatever Sega's been churning out with the blue guy the last couple of years), and the 3D conversion is simply fantastic. Vintage Sega fans – and new players as well – shouldn't miss this gem.
  6. Multiplayer.it
    Oct 29, 2015
    85
    It has not aged perfectly, but Sonic The Hedgehog 2 still remains one of the finest 2D platformers ever made. The 3D Classics treatment gives both fans and newcomers the possibility to play this gem in its definitive version, but also lets us think about the fall of this iconic character.
  7. The Jimquisition
    Oct 8, 2015
    80
    One of the finest games of its age, but still a 1992 title that has been bought and played eight million times. So, take that for what it is.

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  2. Mixed: 2 out of 26
  3. Negative: 2 out of 26
  1. Rtheom
    Jan 8, 2016
    10
    A perfect conversion of the original Genesis game with the best 3D I've seen on the 3DS yet. If you liked the original Sonic 2, this is a mustA perfect conversion of the original Genesis game with the best 3D I've seen on the 3DS yet. If you liked the original Sonic 2, this is a must buy, but don't be fooled, there is nothing new here, thankfully. It is literally the same game ported over, a game I have happily bought a dozen times on a dozen different systems now.… Expand
  2. Marciano123132
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    Es un buen juego ya que fué una secuela que pudo poner a una mayor velocidad a sonic y expander mucho más ese mundo
  4. easterfields
    Oct 18, 2015
    10
    This is pure nostalgic video gaming bliss given new life thanks to a spit polished 3D coat of graphical charm and prowess that only Sega's M2This is pure nostalgic video gaming bliss given new life thanks to a spit polished 3D coat of graphical charm and prowess that only Sega's M2 team can deliver. Oh how I long for the simpler plug n play days of the Genesis, Super NES, Neo Geo, and Turbo Grafx 16. There was something about that era that's missing in Today's world of online required, DLC and patch mandated rush jobs...It's called life! 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for 3DS gushes life and sparkles with an inner quality that humbles most current games. Fun, challenging, and infinitely repayable, this is an absolute must buy for any proud 3DS owner. I've become such an M2 fanboy that I would purchase a cartridge system if they were to release one. Please add this game to your collection poste haste! Now all I need is a 3D Sega Strider (Genesis version) and 3D Golden Axe. You keep making them Sega/M2, and we'll keep buying them. Thank you♡… Expand
  5. commoonist
    Jan 24, 2016
    9
    this game. is very good. honestly one of the better ports of sonic 2, but not without its problems. the creators of this seem to have left inthis game. is very good. honestly one of the better ports of sonic 2, but not without its problems. the creators of this seem to have left in every bug the original genesis version had, which if u enjoy that sort of thing its good, but i would rather play the game in a better state than this one provides. along with this there is also the issue of occasional bugs and slightly strange emulation from time to time, but there isnt any slow down and in terms of portable sonic 2 this is the best youre going to get with tactile controls, so its pretty much go-to unless u can manage playing on an iphone or android, which is the superior version, but has touch controls. overall, really good.… Expand
  6. Grant_Mackin
    Oct 14, 2015
    8
    I'm not a big fan of sonic games in general, but I can tell when a lot of effort goes into a game like this. Even when it is remade by theI'm not a big fan of sonic games in general, but I can tell when a lot of effort goes into a game like this. Even when it is remade by the nostalgia-goggles company M2. Like I said in 3D Sonic 1, it's a sonic game, you either like it, or you hate it. And I can honestly say that it is an all-around fun time for me.

    My favorite moments are when Tails gets lost or dies, and I play a guessing game of when/where he is going to reappear, and he always surprises me when I least expect it. The game is also difficult, but trial and error (and the any-time saving mechanic) get me through it.

    Can't wait for 3D Sonic 3 & Knuckles (hopefully)    … Expand
  7. TheKnucklehead
    Feb 26, 2021
    8
    Pretty great port of a pretty great game. As far as 2015 emulation goes, it really isn't bad at all. A few innaccuracies here and there, butPretty great port of a pretty great game. As far as 2015 emulation goes, it really isn't bad at all. A few innaccuracies here and there, but they're very sparse and won't detract from your overall experience.

    There are only two (legal) ways to play the 1992 classic on the 3DS family of systems, either through the 2009 DS game Sonic Classic Collection, comprising of the four classic games and S&K's respective lock-ons, or this port. If you just want to play Sonic 2, then this is the one for you. It's much cheaper, looks and sounds a whole lot better (even with the few blips in the audio emulation quality here and there), has more customisation features, special unlockables, etc. A very solid port of the game indeed. The emulation here is also miles better than that of Classic Collection, which makes sense because this port came out half a decade after it, but still.

    As for the core Sonic 2 game itself, I personally have never liked it as much as many of the other early Sonic games. Don't get me wrong, it's not a bad game at all, but if I had to pick between Sonic 2 and pretty much any other major Sonic title released around the same era, I wouldn't choose Sonic 2. But it's a solid play, even if the level design can be slightly frustrating at times, especially in the later levels (I'm looking at you, Metropolis Zone).

    The soundtrack is great, every tune is a banger. Dreams Come True certainly knew how to use the Mega Drive/Genesis sound chip to the very best of its ability. When the level design is being as annoying as it possibly can, at least you'll have a funkin' tune to keep your spirits up (or just mock you, one or the other).

    Oh, one thing I haven't mentioned at all yet is the 3D itself. It's nothing to write home about, to be perfectly honest, but it's not bad. Just more of a novelty or marketing gimmick than anything else, I usually choose to play without 3D enabled but hey, it could be your thing.

    Overall, solid port, solid game, do reccommend for its very cheap price, go play it.    … Expand
  8. SonicUndergroun
    Nov 20, 2022
    0
    this IS NOT 3D!!!!! i cant see sonic's oily ass cheeks jiggle in my face while i play >:(

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