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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.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Lavish presentation
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The closest matches for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 are Sonic Mania, Sonic Superstars and Sonic Generations. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Sonic the Hedgehog 2 special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Sonic Mania

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Brings what grabs you about Sonic the Hedgehog 2: jumping and platforming, combat with precise timing as well as a distinctive art style.

A lovingly crafted return to classic 2D Sonic, with blazing-fast pixel-art stages, inventive remixes of beloved zones and a cracking soundtrack that nails the Genesis-era feel.

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Sonic Superstars

Jumping and platforming

A fast-paced classic-style 2D Sonic platformer that adds new Emerald powers and supports up to four players in co-op. Colorful stages and high-speed action are the focus.

Sonic Generations

Lavish presentation

A high-speed anniversary platformer where classic 2D Sonic and modern 3D Sonic team up to replay reimagined iconic stages from two decades of the series. Blistering speed, remixed music and heavy nostalgia define the experience.

Ristar

Lavish presentation

A charming 16-bit platformer where a star hero uses stretchy arms to grab enemies, swing from objects and move through colorful worlds. It is short and polished, and known for its distinctive style and music.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Challenging difficulty

A tight, challenging 2D platformer where you bounce through varied levels as Donkey and Diddy Kong, riding mine carts and rocket barrels along the way. Local two-player co-op makes the trip even more fun.

Rayman Origins

Lavish presentation

A gorgeously hand-drawn 2D platformer bursting with zany humor, tight jumping challenges and frantic treasure-chase levels, playable with up to four friends in chaotic local co-op. It gets seriously demanding in its later stages.

Sonic Heroes

Jumping and platforming

A fast-paced Sonic platformer where you control a trio of speed, flight and power characters, switching between them as you race through levels. Four teams with their own campaigns add variety.

Grapple Dog

Jumping and platforming

A snappy 2D pixel-art platformer where you play Pablo the dog and swing through colorful worlds with a grappling hook. The precise, momentum-driven movement is the main attraction.

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