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1997

An arcade racer where Sonic and friends run on foot through colorful tracks full of shortcuts and hidden secrets. Its vocal-heavy techno soundtrack is still fondly remembered.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Lots to discover
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
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The closest matches for Sonic R are Sonic 3D Blast, Sonic Robo Blast 2 and Gorilla Tag. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Sonic R special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Sonic 3D Blast

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1996PC

Brings what grabs you about Sonic R: jumping and platforming, a bright tone as well as combat with precise timing.

Sonic goes isometric, rescuing Flickies across colorful levels to stop Dr. Robotnik. The mix of speed, collecting and platforming feels unusual but charming for the series.

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Sonic Robo Blast 2

Jumping and platforming

A huge free fan project that brings Sonic to life as a fast 3D platformer on a modified Doom Legacy engine. Alongside classic speed-focused levels it offers multiplayer modes and a large modding scene.

Gorilla Tag

Gameplay comes before story

A VR tag game where you move as a gorilla purely by swinging your arms to run, climb and leap. In multiplayer you chase or flee from infected players, with chaotic parkour fun.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Jumping and platforming

A blazing-fast 2D platforming classic where Sonic uses the new spin dash to tear through varied zones, with Tails tagging along as a co-op buddy. Iconic music, tricky special stages and Super Sonic make it a series high point.

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Distinctive, stylised art style

You race through colorful zones as Sonic, Tails or Knuckles, collecting rings while chasing Dr. Eggman's Chaos Emeralds. It is a classic platformer whose speed and level design still thrill today.

Tony Hawk's Underground

Lots to discover

Tony Hawk's Underground blends classic arcade skating with a story about your own custom character rising from nobody to pro. New features include hopping off the board, driving vehicles, customizable tricks and decks, and online play.

Sonic CD

Lots to discover

Sonic CD sends Sonic through time-travel zones where you alter the past and future to thwart Robotnik's schemes. Blistering speed, branching stages and a beloved soundtrack make it a standout in the series.

Frogun

Lots to discover

A 3D platformer in the style of the PS1 and N64 era where you use a frog-shaped grappling hook to swing through colorful ruins and hunt for collectibles. Controls are tight, levels are compact, and the retro look is charming.

Hot Lava

Lots to discover

A first-person platformer built on the childhood game where the floor is lava. You climb, slide and leap through school halls, kitchens and imaginative worlds without touching the ground, with fluid movement at its heart.

Sonic Rivals 2

Jumping and platforming

A 2.5D Sonic platformer where you race a rival to the finish of each stage, using power-ups to attack them. Boss fights are also races against your rival, and collectible cards add extra goals.

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