Sonic Forces

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  • Summary: In Eggman's greatest victory to date, the evil doctor has conquered much of the world with a mysterious new power. A resistance comprised of Sonic's friends is formed to fight back, and in the midst of the chaos and destruction, an unlikely hero will rise up to help Modern and Classic SonicIn Eggman's greatest victory to date, the evil doctor has conquered much of the world with a mysterious new power. A resistance comprised of Sonic's friends is formed to fight back, and in the midst of the chaos and destruction, an unlikely hero will rise up to help Modern and Classic Sonic take back the world. Even these three heroes may have their work cut out for them, as Dr. Eggman has a new ally of his own...… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 46
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 46
  3. Negative: 5 out of 46
  1. Wccftech
    Nov 10, 2017
    80
    2017 is the year the Sonic franchise stops running from itself. Sonic Mania and Sonic Forces celebrate different eras, but they both take the same shameless “all-in” approach. Sonic Forces is a confident game, serving up a story and stages that go for broke while dodging the pitfalls of the past. As long as you’re not a hardline 3D Sonic hater, this earnest, entertaining adventure is worth a spin.
  2. EGM
    Nov 13, 2017
    70
    Sonic Forces mashes together everything from Sonic’s history, from 2D/3D mechanics to over-the-top action spectacle pieces. The new customizable hero feature breathes fresh life into the franchise, but the 3D gameplay it uses overpowers the game’s attempt to combine what has made the different eras of Sonic work.
  3. PLAY! Zine
    Dec 29, 2017
    65
    Sonic Forces improves on the 3D gameplay but ruins Classic Sonic. This game will be met with torches and pitchforks by the fans, but their kids will have fun with the custom created character and the rest of the game.
  4. IGN Italia
    Nov 8, 2017
    60
    Unfortunately, all of its mechanics are shallow and mixed up... If you love the franchise, go back to playing Sonic Mania.
  5. Vandal
    Nov 8, 2017
    55
    Sonic returns with an adventure full of good intentions, but poorly executed. The control and level design are the main issues to tackle, but if you're a hardcore fan Sonic, you'll probably enjoy the game.
  6. LaPS4
    Nov 28, 2017
    50
    Sonic Forces is yet another stumble in a series that looked like it had regained balance after Sonic Mania's launch. A game for hardcore fans, although won't be so appealing to the rest of potential buyers.
  7. Metro GameCentral
    Nov 7, 2017
    40
    Whoever this shoddily made platformer is meant to please it won’t be those that like Sonic Mania, or any of the better 3D Sonic games.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 166 out of 338
  2. Mixed: 102 out of 338
  3. Negative: 70 out of 338
  1. happybaby
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    in my opinion the game is very fun and great to pass the time, very good acts, with beautiful graphics and an expetacular soundtrack
    the game    in my opinion the game is very fun and great to pass the time, very good acts, with beautiful graphics and an expetacular soundtrack
    the game has three types of gameplay the best for me was the custom character, has several alternative paths and many items to customize
    The game has extra acts and you can also play with Shadow the hedgehog    … Expand
  2. DragonKnight141
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    I'd say it's a very fun new adventure, I especially liked the character customization. So many options and accessories for you own character,I'd say it's a very fun new adventure, I especially liked the character customization. So many options and accessories for you own character, unlocked by getting higher ranks. I also like the Wispons a lot, they put an interesting twist on the gameplay increasing the replay value, as different wispons have different paths made for them. In short, I LOVED the custom character.

    I also enjoyed the story as it's dark and keeps you interested in the game, but at the same time doesn't take itself too seriously as it is a sonic game.

    The Modern sonic stages were also really fun with the boost gameplay, and the boss stages were a delight to play. I don't particularly enjoy the fully 2D Classic level but they weren't bad.

    Final Score: 9 out of 10, A fun new exciting adventure :)    … Expand
  4. guilher
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    Best Sonic in Years, of course he wave some problems but not so BIIIGG! The Story is Good! The Levels can be short but for me is not bad, theBest Sonic in Years, of course he wave some problems but not so BIIIGG! The Story is Good! The Levels can be short but for me is not bad, the content itself is great, the avatar costumization is great too!… Expand
  5. Untitled94
    Nov 7, 2017
    7
    This game is good, but a bit of a disappointment. One thing is it's a bit short, which I know Sonic Generations was short, but this one seemedThis game is good, but a bit of a disappointment. One thing is it's a bit short, which I know Sonic Generations was short, but this one seemed shorter, even with 3 character stages (well 4 actually). Another thing is that the custom hero and modern Sonic stages were about 60% quick time events, and the bosses were incredibly easy (except the very last boss). It wasn't Sonic Generations 2 with a different name, but I feel like it would've been better off that way. However, the story was fantastic and dark, some of the music was great, the graphics were pretty great, and the classic Sonic stages were alright. Overall, I feel like this game had potential of being one of the best Sonic games, but it ended up being just good, with the gameplay being ok. I really hope that Sega and Sonic Team doesn't take this as "we shouldn't make 3D Sonic anymore" and take it as "we need to make a better 3D Sonic game" or "we need Sonic Adventure 3!"… Expand
  6. Shadow87645
    Feb 6, 2018
    6
    When I first saw the Trailer for Sonic Forces,I was glad Sonic was returning to the Boost Formula that made Colors and Generations my 2When I first saw the Trailer for Sonic Forces,I was glad Sonic was returning to the Boost Formula that made Colors and Generations my 2 Favorite games,but when i played this at a Friends house I didn't like it too much,First off level design was bleak and really short,The only thing you were doing in Modern Sonic levels were boosting, hitting the occasional Enemy, and in certain levels quick-time events, In the Avatar stage You were abusing the wispons and going through automatic drift sections,In Classic Sonic levels,You can no longer spindash and for some reason Classic Sonic had a dropdash,I didn't know if it was me but the control felt very weird and what I thought would be a great Sonic experience turned to become one of my least favorite games for this year,The Graphics were gorgeous and We could finally play as Shadow… Expand
  7. IBANGMYWIFE
    Sep 28, 2021
    5
    In Eggman's greatest victory to date, the evil doctor has conquered much of the world with a mysterious new power. A resistance comprised ofIn Eggman's greatest victory to date, the evil doctor has conquered much of the world with a mysterious new power. A resistance comprised of Sonic's friends is formed to fight back, and in the midst of the chaos and destruction, an unlikely hero will rise up to help Modern and Classic Sonic take back the world. Even these three heroes may have their work cut out for them, as Dr. Eggman has a new ally of his own... but all of that was poorly executed in the story. Seriously, Sonic Team?
    This is a bad game, mediocre at best. If you wanna play it, go ahead. I'm not stopping you. If you enjoy it, SURE! It's your opinion. Anyway, 5/10, f*ck this game.    … Expand
  8. greninjaX
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    the boost formula sucks and so does this game. you should play sonic mania instead

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