But sometime during the mid-'90s, Sonic games hit a lull Sonic Spinball and (ugh) Sonic R really tarnished the brand.
Old-timers will remember that Sonic was the flagship title for the Genesis. We revi e w e d the Japanese version of Sonic Adventure in our April issue (see "ProReviews"), and with its outstanding graphics, rich environments, and speedy-Sonic pace, it's likely to be one of the darlings of the show. You may find yourself struggling with some of the dizzying perspectives in Sonic's new 3D world. With just a couple of buttons for jumping and Spin Dashing, it doesn't get much easier than this. Yoko Ono couldn't have performed the music any better-and that's not a compliment However, the pain of the awful singing is offset somewhat by the crystal-clear effects along with the familiar Sonic bells and whistles from past games. Sonic Adventure is a spellbinding showcase for the new Dream-cast engine. there isn't one part in the game that doesn't dazzle. Don't slow down or it's an eternal White Christmas for you! Graphicsįrom the very first level through the tornado ride and into the wild Blues yonder. Jump over minor obstacles, ride the fences and halfpipes, and smash through any ice blocks. When the bank vault is full, grab the Chaos Emerald! Go out the small door In the lobby and you'll be on the street with the Casino! Power up the shoes and ride the rings inside! Once inside, play one of the two pinball games (Nights or Sonk) to gather coins for the bank. Run, don't walk, and jump into Sonic's new Adventure. Sonic is fun, fast, and a great reason to purchase a Dreamcast. The adventure draws you into the chaotic, expansive world of Sonic and his friends, perhaps even bringing a nostalgic tear of joy to an old-schoolers eye. The real joy of Sonic Adventure is that you can't put down the controller. Spinning and Spin Dashing are back, along with new trampolines and bumpers, one of which actually lets you hang from the button until you decide where you want to go.
The control is just as solid as in other Sonic games, although with the game's new 3D look, you may want to slow Sonic to a trot occasionally in order to see whats going on. Sonic's sonics aren't as topnotch as the visuals in this Japanese version, strictly because of the abysmal caterwauling of the singer on the CD, who at one point warbles, "I'm looking for someone blue like you." Try the morgue, sweetheart The other effects, however, are right on target, including the comfortably familiar ring-snagging ping from past Sonic games. Robotnik's animal-changing machines, dashing through loops and racing across bridges with so much speed that your eyeballs will need some pre-game conditioning. You can also play as one of five Sonic characters: Knuckles, Tails, Amy, the robot E-102, and a mysterious fellow known as Big the Cat You scurry through the levels looking for various objects such as Chaos Emeralds and Dr. In fact, everywhere you turn, there's something to do. The gameplay is fundamental Sonic ring-gathering with a tremendous amount of interaction with both the virtual Sonic city (and all the citizens you must talk to) that serves as the background, and with other elements of the system like the save cards that are housed in the controller. Sonic Adventure sounds like a blast-too bad U.S. Sonic also sports new skills, including the ability to climb structures, run up walls, and pop a spin dash that homes in on targets.
You'll capture creatures and, using DNA acquired during the game, evolve them into other helpful forms. Sonic will get additional assistance this time. Sonic's levels will feature classic ringgathering, while E - 102s level will be a 3D shooter.
Though you'll be able to play with any character on any level, each level will emphasize a particular characters strengths. Included in Sonic's crew are familiar cohorts-Tails, Knuckles, and Amy-and new guys, Big the Cat and the robot, E -102. Sonic Adventure in Japan.Īs last reported (see special feature, "Sonic Returns for the Dreamcast," November '98), in addition to its supersonic running action clocking a blazing 60 frames of animation per second, Adventure will sport a variety of gameplay built around six playable characters.
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