Sonic the Hedgehog 4
| Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | |
|---|---|
| Developer(s) | Dimps Sonic Team |
| Publisher(s) | Sega |
| Composer(s) | Jen Senoue |
| Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Platform(s) | |
| Release |
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| Genre(s) | Platform |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer[a] |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is a 2D platform game published by Sega. It is a game in the Sonic the Hedgehog series and a direct sequel to Sonic & Knuckles (1994). The game was split into two episodes. The first episode, Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I, released in October 2010.[1] The second episode, Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II, released in May 2012.[2]
Gameplay
[change | change source]Sonic 4 tries to mimic how the original games on the Sega Genesis were, while also adding new elements such as the Homing Attack from the 3D games like Sonic Adventure (1999). Because it was built from the ground up,[3] Sonic's controls and acceleration are not exact. This results in glitches such as being able to slowly walk up walls.[b][4]
In Episode II, Tails is introduced. He acts the same as in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (1992), except now he has upgraded abilities called Tag Actions he uses to help Sonic; the flying mechanic returns but has a smaller time limit, and a new ability where the two form a ball and roll forwards is also present.[5]
Development
[change | change source]The game was originally titled Project Needlemouse during development.[3] One of Episode I's main selling points announced early on was that Sonic was the only character in the game.[4]
Reception
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Notes
[change | change source]References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Sonic 4: Episode 1 Finally Gets a Release Date". PlayStation LifeStyle. September 29, 2011. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
- ↑ Dutton, Fred (April 6, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2 release date spotted". Eurogamer. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Thorson, Tor (September 11, 2009). "All-new 2D Sonic rolling out in 2010". GameSpot. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Review: Wonky Physics, Nasty Levels Ruin Sonic the Hedgehog 4". Wired. October 14, 2010. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 M. Thomas, Lucas (May 19, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II Review". IGN. Retrieved August 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I for Wii Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved November 30, 2010.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I for PlayStation 3 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved November 30, 2010.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I for Xbox 360 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved November 30, 2010.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved July 4, 2013.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II for iPhone/iPad Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved July 4, 2013.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II for PlayStation 3 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II for Xbox 360 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved May 23, 2012.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II for PC Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved October 29, 2018.
- ↑ Bailey, Kat (October 11, 2010). "Sonic 4: Episode I Review". 1UP.com. Archived from the original on October 18, 2012. Retrieved November 19, 2014.
- ↑ Barnholt, Ray (May 14, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode II Review: Blue Renewed". 1UP.com. Archived from the original on March 19, 2013. Retrieved November 19, 2014.
- ↑ Gibson, Ellie (October 12, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I Review". Eurogamer. Retrieved August 26, 2013. In 2016, Gibson acknowledged that "9/10 was a bit of a stretch." See Gibson, Ellie (August 6, 2016). "Sonic boom: Ellie Gibson on nostalgia, novelty, and that 9/10". Eurogamer. Retrieved August 7, 2016.
- ↑ Morse, Blake (October 20, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I Review". Game Revolution. Retrieved August 26, 2013.
- ↑ Schaller, Kevin (May 29, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II Review". GameRevolution. Retrieved August 26, 2013.
- ↑ GamesMaster, issue 232, page 88
- ↑ Petit, Carolyn (October 15, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I Review". GameSpot. Archived from the original on April 7, 2012. Retrieved August 26, 2013.
- ↑ Neigher, Eric (May 22, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II Review". GameSpot. Archived from the original on June 20, 2012. Retrieved August 26, 2013.
- ↑ Towell, Justin (October 8, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I Review". GamesRadar. Retrieved June 21, 2011.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ Sullivan, Lucas (May 15, 2012). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II review". GamesRadar. Retrieved May 22, 2012.
- ↑ "Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 Video Game, Review Pod". GameTrailers. October 15, 2010. Retrieved June 21, 2011.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II Review". GameTrailers. May 21, 2012. Archived from the original on May 25, 2012. Retrieved December 11, 2012.
- ↑ Goldstein, Hilary (October 8, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I Review". IGN. Archived from the original on July 13, 2011. Retrieved June 21, 2011.
- ↑ Buchanan, Levi (October 8, 2010). "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I iPhone Review". IGN. Retrieved August 26, 2013.
- ↑ Nintendo Gamer, issue 56, page 74
- ↑ "Review: Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 (WiiWare)". October 12, 2010.
- ↑ "Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 Review - Review".
- ↑ Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 Wii review, Official Nintendo Magazine
- ↑ Martin, Liam (October 13, 2010). "'Sonic The Hedgehog 4: Episode I' (XBLA)". Digital Spy. Retrieved October 17, 2010.
- ↑ Carsillo, Ray (May 15, 2012). "EGM Review: Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II". Electronic Gaming Monthly. Archived from the original on January 22, 2013. Retrieved May 22, 2012.