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Is Sonic Origins worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Sonic fans who want several classic games in one collection
- Players seeking both limited-life and unlimited-life modes
- Players interested in retro Sonic and Game Gear titles
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players seeking a single, continuous adventure rather than a collection of separate classic games
- Players who prefer modern Sonic gameplay over remastered versions of older titles
- Players looking for a game outside the platforming-focused Sonic series
Our take on Sonic Origins
Rather than presenting one new campaign, this collection departs from the usual single-game structure by combining four main Sonic titles, 12 Game Gear games, alternate modes, and unlockable extras in one package.
What is Sonic Origins?
Sonic Origins Plus bundles four classic Sonic games—Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles, and Sonic CD—with 12 Game Gear titles.
The main games offer Classic mode with original resolution and limited lives, plus Anniversary Mode with unlimited lives and widescreen HD presentation. Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy Rose are playable across the four main titles, with Amy added to the series for the first time. The collection also includes previously released add-on content, the Classic Music Pack, and the Premium Fun Pack. Additional unlockables include Mirror Mode, new stages, challenges, special stages, a music player, animated shorts, behind-the-scenes material, screen borders, and menu animations.
How Sonic Origins plays
- 01Four Main Games
- The collection includes Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles, and Sonic CD with high-definition presentation and new opening and ending animations.
- 02Game Gear Collection
- Twelve Game Gear titles include Sonic Chaos, Sonic Spinball, Sonic Triple Trouble, Tails Adventure, and Sonic Blast.
- 03Multiple Playable Characters
- Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy Rose can be used in the four main games, with Amy available in them for the first time.
- 04Two Main Modes
- Classic mode uses original resolution and limited lives, while Anniversary Mode provides unlimited lives and widescreen HD.
- 05Extra Unlockables
- Unlockable content includes Mirror Mode, new stages, challenges, special stages, a music player, animated shorts, and behind-the-scenes material.
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Sonic Origins: platforms & release
Is Sonic Origins worth it?
It is worth it if: sonic fans who want several classic games in one collection. Skip it if: players seeking a single, continuous adventure rather than a collection of separate classic games.
Where can I download Sonic Origins?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Sonic Origins's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Sonic Origins on?
Windows only.
