Tag: sonic

Sonic Adventure 2 – PlayStation 3

With our second anniversary coming to a close, it’s time to take a look at the tenth anniversary game for the Sonic franchise. Grab a chili dog and get comfortable, because Avara’s going to have a lot to cover today.

Sonic the Hedgehog – Sega Genesis

Sonic is a name that is nearly synonymous with so many aspects of video game history, from the 16-bit console wars to famous mascots. He is a beloved character that has won a place in the hearts of millions. Over the years this mighty icon has fallen to the darkest depths of bargain-bin gaming, stuck in the shadow of his former glory. As such it is only proper to remember him for the good days. The 90’s. When Sonic was king. And now, ZB is going to take it all the way back to the beginning, when the famous blue hedgehog burst onto the scene. We’re talking the first Sonic the Hedgehog for Sega Genesis. Is it the perfect shining gem of a game we have all thought it to be? Or is it possible that the first entry was nothing more than a brief blue streak on the board of gaming achievements? Find out in this review of Sonic the Hedgehog!

Sonic Heroes – Xbox

Do you like fantastic soundtracks? Do you like teamwork? Do you like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, or basically any hero in the world of Sonic the Hedgehog? If so, get your running shoes on, because this is the game review of your destiny.

Ristar – Genesis

Platform:  Sega Genesis Release Date (NA):  February 16th, 1995 Developer:  Sega Publisher:  Sega Genre:  Platformer Nerd Rating:  8 out of 10 Ristar is an entertaining little gem released late in the life of the Genesis, just three short months before the arrival of the Saturn.  If you’re even the least bit familiar with early Sonic the Hedgehog games,… Continue reading Ristar – Genesis

Sonic Adventure – Dreamcast

Platform: Dreamcast Developer: Sonic Team / Sonic Team USA Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): December 23rd, 1998 Genre: Platformer, Action-Adventure Rating: 6 (taking “for its time” into account); 4 (if it were released today) Reviewed by: Nike Halifax “Get a load of this!”                          … Continue reading Sonic Adventure – Dreamcast

Nintendo Wii U – What to Expect

Written by Bortch Let’s face it, according to many sources on the internet, including this guy, the PlayStation 4 is the dominant console of the current generation. Even before the launch of the Xbox One, Microsoft’s always online “feature” hurt their chances of success, and repealing their actions didn’t help. Ultimately, it seemed almost as if… Continue reading Nintendo Wii U – What to Expect

Sonic the Hedgehog – Sega Genesis

Platform: Sega Genesis Developer: Sonic Team Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): June 23, 1991 Genre: Platformer Nerd Rating: 9 out of 10 Reviewed by Nerdberry *NOTE: This Sonic the Hedgehog is not to be confused with Sonic the Hedgehog for the Game Gear, Sonic the Hedgehog for the Game Boy Advance, or Sonic the Hedgehog… Continue reading Sonic the Hedgehog – Sega Genesis

Sonic the Fighters – Arcade

Platform: Arcade Developer: Sega Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): June 1996 Genre: Fighting Nerd Rating: 5.5 out of 10 Reviewed by Nerdberry *Game reviewed from the compilation disc Sonic Gems Collection on Nintendo GameCube. Sonic the Fighters, also known as Sonic Championship in North America, presents one of those awkward situations when a self-proclaimed Sonic aficionado… Continue reading Sonic the Fighters – Arcade

Sonic R – Saturn

Platform: Sega Saturn Developers: Sonic Team/Traveler’s Tales Publisher: SEGA Release Date: Oct 31, 1997 Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 6.5 out of 10 Reviewed by Bortch I know what you’re thinking, “what am I on that could possibly make me want to play, and review, not one but TWO bad Sonic games in a row?” Well the… Continue reading Sonic R – Saturn

Sonic 3D Blast – Sega Saturn

With Sonic’s first foray into the 3D world being a cancelled title called Sonic X-Treme, Sonic Team was forced to pull out some quick moves and what moves faster than 2 experienced teams working together? Sonic Team paired up with Traveller’s Tales to create the game Sonic 3D Blast which was simultaneously released on the Genesis and Saturn.

Sonic 3D Blast on the Saturn features a variety of three dimensional levels where Sonic must save the captured Flickies from Flicky Island. With an abundance of colors, beautifully mapped out level structures, and considerable challenges, Sonic 3D Blast is a unique experience in the Sonic franchise.