Sonic X Shadow Generations Reviews

Sonic X Shadow Generations is ranked in the 79th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
8 / 10.0
Oct 30, 2024

If you are already a Sonic fan, Sonic X Shadow Generations will be a no-brainer. It has a wealth of content and variety. Gamers who haven’t played a Sonic game in a long time will find that this is a great entry to get back into the series and become acquainted with Shadow, the franchise’s most entertaining character.

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8 / 10
Nov 9, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations not only offers an improved version of one of the best Sonic games ever but also bundles it with an all-new Shadow Generations campaign, making this package the ultimate Sonic experience and a must-have for any Sonic fan.

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6.5 / 10.0
Nov 8, 2024

The ravages of time are already showing on Sonic Generations, and while visually it's a very good improvement, some of the content changes are unnecessary and the gameplay hasn't aged well. Shadows Generations, by comparison, at least offers something fresh, albeit shorter. But it does manage to entertain, and you can enjoy those few hours with the game. Overall, this remaster isn't bad at all, but it also shows that Sonic has a problem these days and doesn't quite know how to deal with it.

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75 / 100
Nov 7, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is twice as nice, featuring the same stellar campaign from the original release along with a solid side-story featuring the Ultimate Life Form Shadow the Hedgehog. While this new content doesn’t quite hit the same highs with a number of hands-off sequences, it’s still worth a go for those who just can’t get enough of this malcontent.

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7 / 10.0
Oct 21, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations could have been a better refresh of the 2011 classic, but this title is worth keeping an eye on. Shadow's campaign is interesting and shows that this character still has a lot to offer us.

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8 / 10.0
Nov 3, 2024

Whether or not the combined offering of Sonic Generations and Shadow Generations is worth it will depend heavily on what your expectations for each half of the game are. For my part, I see this as a brand new game starring Shadow the Hedgehog with a remaster of an old game packed in, and by that metric I think it is a stellar package. Sonic X Shadow Generations may spend a lot of time looking at the franchise's past, but it represents the best I've felt about its future in a very long time.

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67 / 100
Nov 2, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is a mishmash of enjoyable 2D platforming and frustrating 3D sequences. Shadow at least manages to somewhat mitigate the clumsy controls thanks to some interesting gameplay wrinkles. The title also looks good, but probably won't bring the pair of hedgehogs back to the forefront of the genre.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 30, 2024

Sonic x Shadow Generations is a consistent and polished experience that reflects the love Sonic Team has for their series and that could absolutely be called a game “made by Sonic fans, for Sonic fans.” But even though Shadow Generations shows players a glimpse into the future, it falls short of being the future itself by being tied to the past through Sonic Generations. It’s a step in the right direction for sure, but with one foot forward and the other backward, it’s difficult to, in good faith, see Sonic x Shadow Generations as a “revival” or a full-on “evolution.” So, though it may provide diehard fans with the time of their life and the disillusioned with just enough hope to keep on going, it doesn’t quite reach the peak needed for it to be a defining moment for the series.

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8.5 / 10.0
Oct 21, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is a delightful experience for any Sonic fan. Not only has the original Generations aged surprisingly well, but the new Shadow segment of the story contains just as much love for the parts of the franchise that came after the original release. The gameplay is quick, fun and accessible, and there's so much love for Sega's mascot and his dark counterpart that it's immensely enjoyable, no matter how many times it reminds me of Sonic 2006. It does the one thing I never imagined could happen: It really makes me want a new Shadow the Hedgehog game.

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90 / 100
Oct 21, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is basically two excellent games in one. Sonic Generations is a remaster of one of the hedgehog's best titles, while Shadow Generations is a new game that is based on the Sonic Frontiers formula to revisit the past of one of the most beloved characters by fans. Shadow's gameplay mechanics are great, the levels are fun and exploring White Space is very good. It is a round package and recommended.

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8.2 / 10.0
Oct 21, 2024

Even though the new additions to Sonic Generations are very welcome, the real star of this package is Shadow. His levels, movements, story and the Overworld White Space are worthy of a character this important, and all the positive things this new campaign does can work perfectly in the next games of both him and Sonic.

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8 / 10.0
Oct 24, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations promises a fun and engaging experience, especially with the latter’s additional content and unique gameplay mechanics. Whether you’re a die-hard Sonic fan or seeking a nostalgic platforming adventure, this bundle is worth your consideration!

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8.1 / 10.0
Oct 21, 2024

I had a great time playing SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS with its modern adaptation of a genuine classic and its super-fun new campaign featuring Shadow the Hedgehog. This is such a bountiful package that any Sonic fan will absolutely love it. 🦔

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4.4 / 5.0
Nov 25, 2024

‘Sonic x Shadow Generations’ is a solid remaster with an awesome tie-in that shows a bright future for the Sonic franchise. It fixes the original game's performance problems, while the new Shadow content is fun and exciting to play.

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Recommended
Oct 24, 2024

[Sonic x Shadow Generations] brings the 2011 game Sonic Generations back for a new audience to enjoy, while introducing just enough content for long-time Sonic fans to justify returning to a game that came out over 10 years ago.

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9 / 10.0
Oct 31, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations packs two epic games into one. Longtime fans will feel that nostalgia hit by reliving some of the best moments of Sonic and Shadow, with tons of replay value. Sonic Generations is just as good as in 2011, and Shadow Generations is the long-overdue game that Shadow fans have been screaming for.

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7.5 / 10.0
Jan 22, 2025

Sonic X Shadow Generations is a collection that is remembered as a memorable and enjoyable collection for Sonic fans. There are some negative points, such as repetitive stages and a superficial story, but it is still worth playing and fans of the exciting world of the lovable hedgehog will adore it.

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Nov 20, 2024

Sonic Generations, especially with its technical improvements, is as excellent as before, and Shadow Generations is one of the best titles in the series. Even if you're not a fan of the 2D sidescrolling action, Sonic x Shadow Generations is a fantastic introduction to the iconic franchise.

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65%
Jan 15, 2025

Gotta go fast, fast, and faster. Although it won't blow your mind, Sonic X Shadow Generation is nevertheless a fun representative of the genre, if you can forgive certain issues.

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10 / 10
Nov 7, 2024

Sonic X Shadow Generations is pure perfection. The gameplay is the best it’s ever been, the stages are excellent, the visuals are amazing, and the soundtrack kicks ass. Throw in the added bonus of a remastered Sonic Generations, and you have the ultimate Sonic package. Even the few issues I have with the OG Generations have no impact on my enjoyment with the game as a whole.

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