Sonic the Hedgehog has been pivotal for the gaming industry as a whole. It was a revolutionary platformer at the time. Navigating around the beautifully detailed worlds, spinning and jumping as Sonic never seemed to get old. It’s now 2020 and the Sonic franchise still seems to be going strong. That’s a testament to gamers’ love for this iconic character.
One of the better Sonic offerings throughout the decades has been Sonic the Hedgehog 2. It originally came out in 1992. At the time, people loved the simple yet addicting mechanics. Now, the game is set to come out on the popular Nintendo Switch. It will be available next week, but it won’t just be the same game. Rather, a lot of new features are being added to give new and returning fans some novel experiences to enjoy in a classic, retro franchise.
The first new thing about this classic game is a new character, Knuckles the Echidna. He made his appearance in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. He was definitely a fan-favorite character at the time, so it’s great to see the developer add him to this updated installment.
A new move is also being added in the drop dash. It’s a particularly helpful move that enables players to spin dash in midair for added speed. It definitely comes in handy when trying to cross gaps or move past a particular area quickly.
Lastly, there will now be a time trial mode equipped with online leaderboards. It seems like the perfect mode for those who have a little bit more skill than the average player. You’ll be able to put your experience to the test and compete with others around the world. You can bet those who participate in speed runs in classic games will be looking to climb the ranks right out of the gate.
Overall, these changes are great to see in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for the Switch. They should make this game the definitive experience, giving platforming fans even better experiences. It’s also great seeing these classic games end up on the Switch. Sometimes, gamers just want to go back to the simpler days and get a bit of nostalgia when playing titles. The Sega Ages series has fortunately enabled these retro games to come to the hybrid platform.
If you enjoy platforming or just want to go back in time and see what games used to be about, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a great pickup.
