2D platforming utilising momentum that’s never been equaled, or even convincingly imitated.
Now, some will dispute the assignment of the label “proper Sonic” to this little lot, but they are all wrong – this is Sonic at the very apex of his powers. Proper Sonic: The Mega Drive years (1991-1996) Image: SEGA We begin with a draught of the genuine article the only Sonic that pleases the 'purists'. Having looked at the many faces of Donkey Kong in honour of the gorilla's 40th anniversary, the recent – and typically catalysing - release of Sonic Colors Ultimate in the hedgehog's 30th anniversary year seems as opportune a time as any to have a look at a selection (although not quite the full gamut) of Sonics.
One has to wonder what on earth got him in such a hurry, but given the patchy quality of the series as a whole we suspect he might be trying to outrun himself. Sega’s great blue hope seems to go through incarnations like he must wear through pairs of socks.
