Sonic Superstars Reviews
Sonic Superstars is fun, there is no denying that. But for every part that relies on the nostalgia of the original games, there are modes or mechanics implemented that seem to forget we’re in the modern day. Give us more of a fleshed-out Battle Mode. Online co-op. A variety of end-of-level bosses. Either way, even with the drawbacks, this is closer to Sonic than the attempted deviation that was Sonic Frontiers. A little more polish, content, and depth would have made this one of the better modern Sonic games, but we got a reminder of how great the franchise used to and perhaps could be again.
Sonic Superstars is not a good experience, nor is it an experience that I can recommend in the slightest to any player, regardless of how much of a fan they are of this iconic mascot. The levels are so poorly designed that almost the entire experience becomes frustrating to the point of wanting to tear your hair out – especially the boss battles. Only the artistic direction and one idea or another prevent this game from being a complete failure, but they don't prevent it from being one of the worst games ever in the Sonic the Hedgehog series and one of the biggest disappointments of the year.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Sonic and friends are back in a new 2D adventure to thwart Dr. Robotnik's evil plans in Sonic Superstars! It even has multiplayer options. Is it any good? Read more about it so you can decide for yourself.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Sonic Superstars is a satisfying platformer entry that does a lot of things right and misses out on some essential details.
Review in Greek | Read full review
Sonic Superstars is a good recreation of the adventure of the classic Mega Drive games and is best enjoyed when treated like one of them: playing solo through the main campaign. Some innovations are welcome, like the Emerald Powers, but others, like the focus on multiplayer, don't make the game shine. Overall, the title has a certain lack of polish that doesn't make it excellent, but it doesn't stop it from being good fun for fans of classic Sonic.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Sonic Superstars represents a new return to Sonic's roots, with plenty of frenzy and speed, attractive graphics, adequate sound and of course the 2D feel that has accompanied the blue hedgehog so much throughout his career. Two jarring notes: the overly confused co-op and a longevity that is not top-notch for a game sold at full price.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Sonic Superstars isn’t a masterful Sonic the Hedgehog side-scroller. However, it’s not a downright terrible game either. It’s an entertaining gem that shines in some areas but shrivels up in others. Despite its flaws and failures, it contains a decent mix of new ideas, flashy zones, and charming character moments to make you smile.
Sonic Superstars has all of the ingredients, but something has gone askew in the baking, resulting in an adventure overburdened with gimmicks while lacking in coherence. While the colorful world, nostalgic presentation, and fun cast of characters shine, Sonic Superstars frequently proves unwieldy and antagonistic, wrestling against its own design while roadblocking fun. There’s enjoyment here for the dedicated fanbase, but the wider community should look elsewhere.
Sonic Superstars is a solid title with a lot of appeal, but lacks the imagination and soul that made this mascot a star.
With Sonic Superstars we will find a 100% Sonic game that will make us have a great time, since it has managed to reflect all those things that fans liked during the 90s or with the most recent Sonic Mania. A game that, although it may be very short, since in 2 hours we will have finished its main story, it can be substantially extended thanks to the surprises that are unlocked once the credits end and which we prefer not to talk about so as not to spoil the experience, although we will say that they give the title a certain replayability. A game that despite being able to play its story mode in local cooperative with up to 4 simultaneous players, is not fully enjoyed because it is not very brilliantly executed, dragging the same errors that it had since Sonic 2 in which the camera always left lagging behind some player. It also has an insipid competitive mode that, without pain or glory, will be relegated to oblivion after 3-4 games. In short, an adventure that every fan of classic Sonic (or as I call it, "chubby" Sonic) should not miss.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Sonic Superstars has done justice to the franchise’s legacy. Taking a step forwards can also mean taking a step back – and in this approach, Sonic Superstars leaves a lasting mark.
Sonic Superstars starts off well enough, but the more you play, the more cracks it starts to show. The quality of the levels just falls off after a while, and the bosses are unbelievably frustrating. For its current price tag, it's impossible for me to recommend this game to anyone.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Sonic Superstars is a largely successful evolution of the classic formula. Although its multiplayer component doesn't really appeal to me, the addition of Emerald Powers when combined with more ambitious levels won me over and then some. It doesn't quite touch the peak that Sonic 3 & Knuckles still sits upon, but it makes a valiant effort to stand tall with its peers. What holds it back from claiming the throne for itself are inconsistencies in its visuals and music, but those are easy things to forgive with how much it ends up getting right. I'll likely be playing this one for years to come alongside the other classics, and that's all I really want at the end of the day.
Sonic Superstars disappoints with its multiplayer action, but offers an enthralling and nostalgic experience when played solo. It captures everything that made the 16-bit titles so much fun to play, but also has plenty of innovative ideas on show to ensure players are always doing something that feels fresh and enjoyable. The new stages look wonderful too, whilst the Chaos Emerald abilities give the gang plenty of new tricks to use (even IF they aren’t imperative to your success). It is disappointing that the multiplayer mode isn’t very intuitive and there are a few boss battles that could feel like total duds, but these issues don’t stop Sonic Superstars from being a blast to play. Just be warned: if you were hoping for an enjoyable co-op experience, you might want to look elsewhere.
Sonic Superstars arrives with the promise of reviving the classic 2D essence of the series and, in some aspects, manages to deliver a satisfying experience. However, the game is marred by a number of issues, such as unfair obstacles, stages that seem to lack cohesion, and frustrating boss battles that drag on. In the end, Sonic Superstars presents an unstable balance, making the experience less exciting than fans of the blue hedgehog expected.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Sonic Superstars won’t change anyone’s mind on the Sonic franchise, but instead serves as somewhat of a soft reboot.
Review in German | Read full review
Sonic Superstars is a superb outing for the little blue hedgehog that has its share of smaller issues. As I briefly mentioned, the camera could use a bit more work as far as co-op play is concerned. The price tag is also a bit of a deterrent, as Sonic Superstars comes in at a whopping $59.99. As there is a fair bit of content for a 2D Sonic game, that doesn’t mean it is worth the price of admission.
Sonic Superstars is simply another good Sonic title to add to the franchise, and while it may not be among the best in the series, it is a fun little time to be had. The multiplayer focus hurts the solo experience a bit but makes it a fun game for a party. The new powerups aren’t a necessary addition but are welcome to spice things up in a similar fashion to the wisps did in Sonic Colors. The return of Fang and the addition of Trip are nice but simply feel like additions to make more merchandise or are introduced for them to be filler characters in something like Sonic and Mario at the Olympic Games.
Sonic Superstars tries to revitalise the platforming golden era of the franchise to mixed results - fun at times with equal amounts of frustration holding it back.
Back to 2D platforming, Sonic Superstars may not be the victory many were expecting, but it manages to be a pleasant and solid surprise, full of incentives to be played and replayed.
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