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Best Sonic in a while

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 10 / 13
Date: February 25, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I would give this an overall rating of 4.5, but since they don't have it, I will round up. That being said, if you have a WII and like Sonic, this is a great game to get. I bought it the day it came out and have played for about 4 or 5 hours so far. At first, I was a little disappointed; it seemed slow and the controls a bit "wonky", but after getting the multiple power ups I really liked the idea of building up your character and the gameplay became smoother. The camera does pull you somewhat and I felt as if I wanted to have more control... But when I look at it and say, is this s fun game? the answer is a resounding yes! And that is what the WII is so good at doing; taking a simplistic approach and making it fun as hell.

Dont think, just run

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 8 / 11
Date: March 18, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I see a lot of bad reviews for the game and after reading them, I find a common problem at lot of players get aggrivated with and quit before the game gets a chance to show its merit. 2 of the reviews I found the user was actually playing the game wrong. I'd like to add that when reading reviews for a game, if the review is short, the user probably knows very little about the game. Take the time to read longer reviews.

The game is an interesting one though and it should always be remembered when playing, Sonic runs on his own; if you want to slow to avoid something, you are going to have to slow him down. Sonic is Built for speed, most problems in the game you can get through using such, very rarely does the game require you to stop and wait. However there is that occasion that you want to stop and readjust yourself, or backtrack for some loot; the Camera will not turn around you mostly have to just backtrack knowing what was there.

This gets into the control scheme, which is so simple, it was throwing many users off. The remote is held sideways, with the + button on the top.(Which incidentally is also the Start Button as well as how you skip Cut scenes; The book explains this people, read it, it has a LOT of game tips) To run, do NOTHING, Sonic will automatically accelerate to top speed; as well as this, the game is built in a track which you can very rarely veer off. This being known, Sonic turns most corners for you. By tilting the remote to the sides, you can make sonic move left and right no the track. He isnt walking left and right, but more "changing Lanes" which attributes the game to more a Racing feel, you need to remember that Sonic will always be moving forward. To back track, you must tip the controller far enough back, which is nearly upside-down. [2]button is slide and Jump. tapping it is a small hop, holding it will slide, then long jump when released. [1]button is your brakes, stopping sonic, even in mid jump. The only complex manuever is using the homing attack/air-dash; to do so, the player must 'thrust the controller forward.' I found this description very innacurate as there are in fact 3 ways to do this and get the same result, the players who read this can pick the best one for them: First there is the obvious, thrust the controller forward; I find this one uncomfortable as you often have to exagerate the movement. Second theres a flicking motion that works, let go of the remote wit the hand thats is
NOT strapped to it and simply flick it forward; this one is easy to do, but sometimes you get a wrist cramp. Last, and my personal favorite; flick the remote instead upwards then back down, just like flicking the reigns of a horse; I find this one works because its easy and reliable and gives Sonic his "giddy-up." Lastly, the D-Pad is eventually used for your super moves.

As you progress through gameplay, you'll accumulate experience and eventually levels, allowing access to those cool skills you saw in the teasers for the game. Such skills as Speed Break and Time Break, making your normal moves do damage, such as sliding and cancel jump, and lastly give boosting abilities to Sonic Manuevers, like smoother control, longer jumps, and easier execution. Any of these skill can be equipped through the skill rings once they are unlocked, however you only have so many Skill points and must choose your skills wisely. They can be changes any time between missions however.

Story wise, if you are a normal watch of anime or anything subbed. I first recomend that you go into the options and change the game to Japanese with subtitles. The Japanese Voice Actors sound a hell of a lot better and it usually makes for less agitating Cut Scenes. Yes, I did just say the cut scenes are agitating, but not always. After certain missions a cut scene will automatically play, this happens every time you beat the mission, even if you just go back to get a better time. Luckily, all these can be skipped by pressing the [+]button. The Story is represented through these Cut Scenes in a comic book style, representing Sonic Being in 1001 Arabian Nights, the setting for the game. Sonic, accompanied by Shahra the Genie must collect the 7 World Rings and stop the Erazor Djinn from destroying 1001 Arabian Nights and entering the real world. On the way he meets all heroes and legends from the book with some famillier faces as they help him on his way to stop Erazor Djinn and the beast he brings to life from the old stories. My first impression of the game story was not so good, I though the PS3 version had a much better game premise, but the more I played the more I got into the idea of the game and found myself more attracted to the idea of being in 1001 Arabian Nights. Many of the side characters and heroes from the tales are personified by Sonis's old friends. Tails as Alibaba, Knuckles as Sinbad, etc. and is met with some comical features too, such as the Erazor Djinn with a 'switch-blade' sword that looks to be an old shaving razor.

Gameplay itself is fast paced, as Sonic can get moving pretty quick, but you still get a chance to observer the beautiful surroundings. You'll meet several stages per world, some with new challenges than the other stages, others suspiciously simmilar to another stage in the same world, but with a completely differnt objective, giving plenty of mix to the game. Sometimes you'll need to beat the clock, other times you'll neet to collect 100 rings to beat 20 baddies. Sometimes its just ot make it through the level in one piece. No matter which way you play it, Sonic will give you a high speed ride through some fantastically beautiful worlds.

The only drawback to the game is the music score. Every level of each world is met by the same song per world. You'll also find you're quickly put off by the repetitive song played at the end of every stage or mission. I dont think the musoc score for the game had much thought put into it. My recomendation, turn off BGM and put some CD's in your stereo.

Overall, Many skeptics have blammed the game right off, though they refuse to commit to it to actually find out if it is any good. Finish the intro world (Last Prologue) and play through a couple real game stages, you'll get a much better feel for it. Also, relax, you dont need to drive Sonic on, remember, HE RUNS ON HIS OWN. You'll still need to guide him, but theres a reason that he always runs, and he always tried to get to top speed, he wouldn't be called 'Sonic' for any other reason if he wasen't made to go fast. So, ignore the 2 line reviews that say, oh I rented this game and it sucks. If you have a Wii, you can afford to try it for yourself, renting isnt that expensive, But if you keep this guide in mind, you'll find that you wont be dissapointed in your purchase.

The new Sonic is here on Wii!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 58
Date: February 21, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I don't know how to say this but, this game will rock the set for all I know! Even though, this Sonic game will be a different feel from the other Sonic games but who cares right? As long as it's Sonic the Hedgehog, everything will be fascinating! This title of Sonic was originally gonna be called Sonic Wild Fire, just so you know.

P.S. But I must say, Sonic & The Secret Rings is gonna be a must buy, especially if you've seen it in commercials so much! I'll be looking to getting it when it comes out, so will you!

A Very Entertaining Game for the Family

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 4 / 6
Date: March 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I bought this game Sunday for my girlfriend's grandfather for his birthday. We went to his house Wednesday to play the game and was working through the Lost Prologue stage section and were having a really difficult time controlling Sonic. After about 15 minutes of playing (and dying many many many many times) It hits me, TURN THE CONTROLLER SIDEWAYS!!! Just goes to show you that you need to read the idiot guide before you play games.

Anyway, onto the game itself. The story is something that's pretty simple, an evil Djinn is bent on erasing the book 1001 Arabian Nights in order to gain enough power to be able to get into the real world. The story is kinda told in "cuts" it's not really a movie, it shows something similar to a storyboard type of thing.

Anyway, you technically don't have a choice where Sonic goes, the computer controls where Sonic will go (something like a 3rd person shooter like the Time Crisis franchise) but you move Sonic left and right to avoid hazards, jump over pits and rivers, and "home-in" and destroy your enemies.

The party games are very fun (at least me and my gf) thought so. They are very cute and very fun especially for younger children (which there are plenty of in her family).

There are also several "special quests" that Sonic can complete along the way and also cooler moves that you can unlock as you progress through the game.

As I said, this game does seem to be a little too easy to do, there are some tricky side quests (the one where you can't break a pot comes to mind) but overall I must say that it is very fun and enjoyable and the graphics look very good and the Sonic Party can provide plenty of fun for the family with several unique mini-games.

AWESOME!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 5
Date: March 14, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is a huge amount of fun. With all the complicated video games of today, this is just fun. The controls work amazingly. Anyone who likes fun games, not shoot-em-up games should get this one.

My two cents on Sonic and the Secret Rings

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 5
Date: March 25, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I found I really enjoy Sonic and the Secret Rings. At first I started playing the game and was a little worried. You do not get to control Sonic directly, rather he always is moving forwards. The only exception is when you flip the Wiimote upside down, in which Sonic moves backwards. However, after a few minutes of gaming, I started to adjust to this. Slowly, the controls become a bit more natural and the control simplicity makes it have a slight retro feel. The game feels like one of the original Sonic games from a new angle. I really ended up liking the game. In addition, there is a story that is played through that paradies the Arabian Nights. It was humorous at times and added style to the game. I haven't tried the multiplayer features much, but it seems to be like most other mini game modes Nintendo comes up with. It almost looks like a Mario Party meets Sonic for multiplayer. Both the multiplayer and single player make good use of the motion sensor in the Wiimote. Overall, the game is incredible.

Revolutionary Sonic

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 6
Date: April 02, 2007
Author: Amazon User

One word would be enough to descibe this game: FUN
It seems that SEGA has saved the best of the speedy hedgehog games on Nintendo's platforms: Wii and DS. This game is a must-buy for Wii.

Sonic game for WII

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 13
Date: April 04, 2007
Author: Amazon User

My son say this game is super and as usual buying through amazon is easy and quick.

GREAT GAME!!!!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 4
Date: May 05, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is awesome. I love it, my dad loves it, and my brother loves it.
It is one of the best games I have ever played.

The Kids love it!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 4
Date: May 28, 2007
Author: Amazon User

All five of my boys (age 8 to 15) love this game and can't play it enough! They are all experts concerning video games (PS1 & 2 , Wii, XBox, GameCube, PC) and they have had no complaints with this one. This will get a lot of play over the summer vacation!

This is a great buy!

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