Review: Sonic CD
Sonic CD was just updated for controller support. Many people – especially those of us who grew up in the 90s – are familiar with the classic Sonic games for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive. Sonic 1, Sonic 2, and Sonic 3 (and Knuckles) were some of the best designed, most intense, and most fun platforming games ever made. The game people might not be so familiar with is Sonic CD
Sonic CD was a real, true, top-quality Sonic game made exclusively for the Sega CD console – an expensive and unnecessary expansion pack for the Genesis that sold poorly and was eventually discontinued. The relative rarity of the Sega CD meant that this classic Sonic game went undiscovered by the majority of Sonic fans for many years. Only recently, within the past few years, was an updated port made available for modern consoles (and the iPhone) for the first time.
This port is superior to the original in every way. Widescreen graphics, smoother framerate, tighter controls, slightly tweaked sprites, save states – the game is improved across all fronts. At the same time, itâs loaded with extras, like new characters, achievements, region-specific soundtracks and graphics – itâs a Sonic fans dream. Game controller support brings the iPhone version on par with the excellent console releases, and makes this a true must buy.
If youâre a fan of the classic Sonic games who never got around to playing this one, youâre in luck. Itâs a classic game from a classic franchise, and itâs every bit as good as its more famous siblings. This version is the best one yet, and itâs a must-buy for Sonic – or classic game – fans.