Sonic Superstars Review

An enjoyable Sonic game, if not exactly a Super one.
I started hedgehog over heels for Sonic Superstars, but the more time I put into it, the easier it was for me to see its Eggman-sized flaws. The decision to focus more on exploration was a great idea on paper and creates a unique dynamic to each level, but I wish it hadn’t sacrificed speed in exchange. The boss designs are creative and clever, but often wear out their welcome with long periods of being untargetable and occasionally frustrating one-hit KO mechanics. The soundtrack may not have anything as iconic as Hydro City or Spring Yard Zone, but it features some excellent additions to an already long list of Sonic bangers – if only the sound design was up to the same quality standard. And while the campaign is still enjoyable, Superstars’ multiplayer components are far worse options than anything in past Sonic games. Like digging Emeralds out of the rough, Sonic Superstars’ new ideas end up feeling like a mix of both interesting and ill-advised, making it an amusing Sonic game but not exactly a Super one.

Sonic Superstars hands on: Sega's new Sonic game is a glossy spin - Polygon

Review Roundup: Sonic Superstars Opens to Strong Ratings - Games - Sonic Stadium

SONIC SUPERSTARS Review · A cute classic co-op concoction

Sonic Superstars Review: Multiplayer Action

Sonic Superstars Review (Switch) - Fast, Fun, and Focused Platforming — Too Much Gaming

Sonic Superstars Review (Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, & PC) - Is It Worth Buying?

Sonic Superstars Release Date, First Look Gameplay, & More

SONIC SUPERSTARS on Steam

Sonic Superstars Review - Running With What Mania Did Right

Sonic Superstars Review: Fun Adventure Across the Northstar Islands - Betasetup

Sonic Superstars - Keep It Simple, Sonic! (Review)

1 Week With Sonic Superstars - An Honest Review