Sonic Frontiers (PS5)

Gameplay wise, Sonic has not been as fun in quite some time. Specifically the boss battles, which are very much the shining point of the game. The story is also a nice surprise with the new character, Sage, also becoming a favorite easily. While the Cyber levels could be longer, they accomplish what they need to do without becoming a slog to go through. And the open world design, while it could be better and more filled in, feels nice to go through. Overall, a good reset I think the series needed and am looking forward to seeing what Sega does next with it.

This game has everything an OG sonic fan would want. Immersive open world and exploration to continue the plot. Fun stage levels that have a twist of old gamws and new elements gameplay mechanics. Fun character interactions and feels like a dreamcast and gamecube era game. They do the characters justice in this game and I would reccomend it to anyone who grew up as a sonic fan. Not to mention they’re adding free DLc which adds to the already amazing story, including additional playable characters.

Straight to the point, focusing mainly on game play here: This game is comprised of two playstyles Cyberspace Open world Super Sonic Open world Sonic is the best sonic has ever felt in a long time. He is responsive, fast and a joy to play. If he is too quick or the movement is overly sensitive for your play style, you can change the control sensitivity in the options menu. Sonic also has a new combat system that is easy to learn, however, a downside is you are not encouraged to use other attacks. Allowing you to spam the same attack repeatedly on most enemies without penalty. In hindsight, Sonic has only really had a few moves throughout the series (homing attack, bounce bracelet) so it's nothing new. But It is a massive step back in terms of variety / difficulty ... MoreStraight to the point, focusing mainly on game play here: This game is comprised of two playstyles Cyberspace Open world Super Sonic Open world Sonic is the best sonic has ever felt in a long time. He is responsive, fast and a joy to play. If he is too quick or the movement is overly sensitive for your play style, you can change the control sensitivity in the options menu. Sonic also has a new combat system that is easy to learn, however, a downside is you are not encouraged to use other attacks. Allowing you to spam the same attack repeatedly on most enemies without penalty. In hindsight, Sonic has only really had a few moves throughout the series (homing attack, bounce bracelet) so it's nothing new. But It is a massive step back in terms of variety / difficulty compared to Unleashed. Cyberspace has the worst gameplay. It's extremely stiff and at times unresponsive. I've died numerous times from Sonic randomly shooting off to the left. Once you adapt to it's shortcomings, it can become addicting. Without spoiling the game, the boss fights are really exciting, the mini bosses are really cool. And of course the music is outstanding. After 11 years of garbage, Sonic feels like he is finally on the right track again. My only major complaint is Cyberspace's movement, the story only feeling like an apology to the fans instead of a... well, story and the story ultimately dropping off a cliff at the end. Overall, I enjoyed it for what it was.