What it is
The Genesis original that made Sonic Sega's mascot, built around speed, rings, loops, and Green Hill Zone.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis / Mega Drive | 1991 | Standard | WW |
| Game Boy Advance | 2006 | Sonic the Hedgehog Genesis | — |
| Wii | 2006 | Standard | Digital · Virtual Console |
| Nintendo 3DS | 2013 | Standard | Digital · 3D Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Switch | 2018 | Standard | Digital · Sega Ages release |
| Switch | 2022 | Sonic Origins | — |
Where it sits for newcomers
Start here
A short, readable way to see the first Sonic formula, though the sequel is smoother.
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