In an attempt to compete with Nintendo, Sega seemed to lose track of what made Sonic successful in the first place. Well, Sonic: Generations represents a turning point for the franchise. Sega finally decided to pander to their fans, opting for a game design that provides a 3D adventure that relies on pure speed and spectacle above all else.
The game does an amazing job of seamlessly switching between 2D and 3D perspectives. Allowing fans to enjoy scenes akin to those of Sonic Adventure. Plus, the game never makes you engage in awkward combat which is truly a blessing. The gameplay within this title is a joy not only because of the 2D to 3D switches but also because of the challenge it provides.
It is almost like a Sonic the Hedgehog version of Trials: Fusion. Plus, in terms of visual effects, animations and overall presentation. We can say with some confidence that this was the best thing that franchise had produced for some time. The backdrops are stunning, the musical score is fast-paced and punchy. Plus, the way the game romanticises the older character sprites with 3D models that bring them into the modern-day gaming scene is wonderful.
Overall, Sonic Generations was the breath of fresh air that the franchise so desperately needed. The gameplay is challenging and addictive. The presentation is beautifully handled and the fan service through the use of nostalgia was an inspired decision. Fans may have had to wait way too long to play another great Sonic game but thankfully, the wait was worth it in the end. The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise was a huge success back on the Sega Genesis, but the series had a dip in quality during the early s.
Luckily, Sonic Generations looks to reverse that trend and reinforce Sonic as a leading brand in platforming gameplay. Created for the series 20th anniversary, Sonic Generations brings together both classic and modern Sonic gameplay for an explosive and speedy package of platforming fun. Featuring an abundance of Sonic characters, classic levels, and memorable music, this is one Sonic game that fans won't want to miss.
Whether you're a fan of the retro Sonic or have been hoping for a better modern Sonic game, Sonic Generations offers quite a bit of alluring content. Sonic Generations does its best to include every Sonic character of note, including multiple designs of the same characters.
The Consumer Electronics Show CES has delivered many great products for gamers, from a lot of different companies, and ViewSonic has now entered the mix. Recent announcements include a series of new ViewSonic monitors and projectors designed with next-generation gaming, creativity, and multimedia consumption in mind.
As the name suggests, the inch 4K resolution monitor sports a mini-LED light source. Mini-LED technology is becoming more popular and is comparable to OLED because of its local dimming zones and ability to output better contrast and higher brightness — especially for gamers.
Other features include support for Nvidia reflex technology, Hz refresh rate, and a superfast 3. Items appear for the first relative time in the series, and old items will reappear. DLC Downloadable Content will be available after its release. All characters can drift, trick, and use items, and only bike characters can do wheelies. There are quite a few modes in Next Generation. Time Trials force players to try and get the fastest times, whereas Battle Mode is a battle to see what racers remain alive at the end.
Racers are the key component in the game. Whereas the first four may seem like obvious variables, the last is new. It also defines how much Chaos Energy the racer loses when they fall off the track or are hit by an item.
Every racer rides either a kart or bike, similar to the Mario Kart series. The differences in these vehicles can be read in the above section. Here is a list of all playable racers:. He also runs on Chaos Energy, so he will return to normal if he runs out of energy. There are a total of thirty-two courses in eight grand pix cups, one for each of the Chaos Emerald colors and one for the Master Emerald. All of the courses are from previous games in the Sonic series, from Marble Zone to the Apotos Alleyways.
The easiest cup in the game. The second easiest cup. More trick ramps and drift areas appear in this cup, along with more difficult jumps and terrain.
The next cup after Teal. The courses begin to step up here, although they are not terribly challenging. More shortcuts will begin to appear after this cup, also.
This cup steps up the difficulty a bit, as tracks must now be more carefully navigated, with sharper turns and more gaps. Tricks can also help with various speed boost areas and even aid in shortcuts. A most obviously harder set of races, as the tracks are now loaded with hazards and sharp drifting turns, and gaps where failing a trick means costing major time.
The third-to-last cup in the game, it consists of some nasty new obstacles, however, with careful precision they can be nearly overlooked. Item battling can become a problem in some of the difficult sections.
The penultimate grand prix. This cup is very challenging, with hard turns, rough hills, and strategically placed boost pads.
If the player is able to figure out how to navigate the courses, he will be ready for the final cup. The final cup available normally.
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