What it is
Sonic's first big 3D adventure, mixing fast character stages with hub exploration and multiple playable stories.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dreamcast | 1998 | Standard | JP |
| Dreamcast | 1999 | Standard | NA |
| GameCube | 2003 | Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut | — |
| PC | 2004 | Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut | — |
| PlayStation 3 | 2010 | Standard | Digital · HD release |
| Xbox 360 | 2010 | Standard | Digital · HD release |
Where it sits for newcomers
Start here
The first major 3D Sonic is uneven now, but it explains the Dreamcast-era style better than anything else.
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