June 20th 2023.
Sonic Superstars, the sequel that never was, was announced at the Summer Game Fest and is sure to excite Sonic fans across the world. Sega's new 2D Sonic game pays homage to the original Mega Drive games, and is meant to serve as a celebration of the entire Sonic franchise.
The game was created with the intention of meeting Sonic fans' expectations, while also introducing some new elements. The Sonic Team creative officer Takashi Iizuka revealed that the game features classic Sonic gameplay, animation, and physics, as well as new elements that add to the classic view without disrupting it. This includes an unexpected addition of water powers.
During the demo, two distinct levels were made up of two sections each. Exploration is key and the game is very vertical, with many fast-paced paths towards the goal. Players can collect rings to unlock bonus stages, and Chaos Emeralds will also yield new water powers.
The game also features extensive multiplayer options, including four-player local co-op and a PvP mode that can be played locally or online. Although these weren't part of the preview, they are surely set to become some of the game's most popular features.
The levels in Sonic Superstars are brand new, though they are reminiscent of the original levels from the 16-bit era. They have a good combination of familiar elements and new twists to make them feel nostalgic yet fresh. With Sonic Superstars, Sega hopes to bring together the best aspects of the series, while introducing a modern take on the classic Sonic games.
Sonic Superstars – the sequel that never was. There was a surprise in store for Sonic fans everywhere when Sega announced the brand new 2D game Sonic Superstars at the Summer Game Fest. It was widely mistaken for a remake, but it's actually a belated sequel, using modern technology to pay homage to the earliest games in the franchise.
I was lucky enough to get hands-on with a preview version of Sonic Superstars and speak to Sonic Team creative officer Takashi Iizuka. He told me that the team wanted to make sure that the fans expectations were not let down. To do this they made sure the physics and animation were exactly the same as the classic series.
Sonic Superstars is meant to serve as a celebration of the entire Sonic franchise. From its humble beginnings in the 16-bit era to the modern day 3D escapades, the new game also pays homage to the series' most memorable characters, iconic levels, and beloved soundtracks. There's even a brand new mysterious character created by Naoto Oshima, the original game designer.
During the demo I got to play two distinct levels, which in turn were made up of two sections each. I chose Amy, who uses her hammer as a boost and double jump. Exploration is key and it’s a very vertical game, with many insanely paced paths towards the goal. There’s plenty of bounce to get you going and I had to pick up my pace considerably when a deep sea leviathan arrived on the scene and splashed water across the screen.
The Chaos Emeralds play an important role in the game. There are seven of them and when you get all seven of them then you become Super Sonic. This time, however, players won't have to wait before they get a reward. Every time you get an emerald you get a new power, which introduces fresh new actions in the middle of gameplay.
Unlike the old Mega Drive games, Sonic Superstars has extensive multiplayer options, including up to four-player local co-op and a PvP mode that can be played locally or online. I can't wait to try these out and experience the nostalgia of playing with friends like I did in my childhood.
All in all, Sonic Superstars looks like it's going to be a lot of fun. It has the classic feel of the earlier games, but with new levels, new powers, and exciting multiplayer features. I can't wait to get my hands on the full version.
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