As far as gaming royalty goes, few characters can claim to be in the same league as Sega’s Supersonic Hedgehog, Sonic. That’s for good reason though, the spiky-haired hero has amassed a catalogue of truly phenomenal games down the years, with special mention to the 2D outings that allowed this series to achieve the popularity it has. So the anthology that is the Sonic Mega Collection Plus aims to showcase the series in all its glory.

This game features a series of sonic titles, offering an eclectic mix of what allowed the series to grow. So for that reason, it’s hard to put this into one category or make an comparisons. This is a title made with Sonic fans in mind. So if you like Sonic as a franchise, or the Sonic games in the pre 2000’s era, you won’t be upset with this nostalgia fuelling title.

All The Hits

This collection includes all the games that have contributed to the success of the series. This includes the numbered base games of Sonic 1-3 obviously. However, this also includes the uniquely 3D rendered titles like Sonic and Knuckles or Sonic 3D Blast, the departures like Sonic Spinball or Dr Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine. These games are not all polished or refined but they are undoubtedly important and serve their nostalgic purposes.

Eggman unleashes a powerful ray, that not only divides the world into four continents, but has an unexpected transformation on Sonic's state. Sonic must retrieve the power of the Chaos Emeralds from across the globe to save the world and himself! Sonic the Hedgehog has been around for 20 years, as of 2011, and to commemorate this monumental achievement, Team Sonic released Sonic Generations. Generations truly is a game that spans the generations of Sonic, and allows players to play as both classic and modern versions of the speedy blue hedgehog. Fans have done what Sega won't - clever-clogs modders have released a version of Sonic Unleashed for PC. The free download works as a total conversion mod for Sonic Generations. Sonic is extra fast in Sonic R. As the only “exclusive” Sonic game for the Sega Saturn, this is a cult hit. This is not your normal game, it is actually a racing game with your favorite Sonic characters.

These are all represented on screen through a neat and easy to navigate interface. Admittedly, this is simply a set of Roms with an emulator that runs each classic title on new hardware. Quite frankly though, that’s all it needs to be. Not all fans have retained their old copies or want move their older titles into a new age. So, this is a welcome choice.

Old Problems persist

As this is a glorified emulation software, the great aspects of these games remain as you remember them. Alas, the problems you remember in these games also persist. The new hardware will not fix the frame rate issues, hitboxes that were well-known issues from before are still present.It would have been nice to see a set of fixes, patches or any kind of spit polish that upped the production value to some extent. Overall, the title gets away with this due to the status and quality of most of the games included even in the present day. Though, it does feel a little lazy.

That’s a Plus

The ‘plus’ in this title does offer long time fans quite a lot of extra goodies. Along with a series of Game Gear titles, players will have access to content from Sonic Heroes and a plethora of comics that add to the lore of the Sonic franchise.

Though the main change is the ability for players to essentially make save states at any area of a level or section. This is a way for players to play their favourite sections and levels whenever they please. Though does somewhat go against the Sonic gameplay. It takes away the stakes and teaches kids players that rings don’t matter because you can just trial and error your way to a flawless run, edging forward at a snails pace, which Sonic has done exactly the opposite throughout his whole lifespan.

Gotta Go Fast

Overall, those that are avid Sonic fans, retro game collectors or those that want to witness a generation of gaming that passed them by, this is an excellent resource. If you’re buying this one for unique and new content, I’m afraid you’ve missed the point. This game is so that you can have all the quintessential Sonic hits in one place and does this in a competent manner.

What can be condemned is the laziness of the emulation over a polish and remaster approach. It would have been nice to get rid of the more clunky issues to leave a perfect set of titles. Perhaps if you are seeking authenticity, this would be almost sacrilegious, so we won’t attack the developers to much for this, simply food for thought. The Sonic Mega Collection Plus is a wonderful trip back in time that you should pick up and enjoy.

Pros

• Great library of Sonic games on offer
• Some additional content
• Nice UI and save state options

Cons

• Emulation instead of remaster approach
• Additional content not worth it for non-fans

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1. Sonic R

Description of Sonic R Windows

Released in 1997; Sonic R is the first Sonic game ever made to utilize 3D graphics for its gameplay, and the third Sonic racing title published by Sega. Right after Sonic 3D Blast was made, Sega turned again to Traveller’s Tales to produce another technical marvel. The level design is amazing; rewarding exploration while reminding of previous Sega titles like NiGHTS: Into Dreams. The soundtrack is fantastic due to its CD-ROM quality; and the first Sonic title to feature vocal tracks in the music. It is one of the most graphically demanding titles for the Saturn; see how It compares to its PC counterpart.

There are 4 characters to choose from; including Sonic, Tails and Knuckles. There is a slew of characters to unlock including Dr. Robotnik “Eggman”, Metal Sonic and a creepy doll that looks like Tails. Each track is filled with alternate routes and collectibles, including the 7 iconic Emeralds that allow Sonic to transform into Super Sonic.

Sonic R has a lot of replay value, as you’ll race the same track a dozen times trying to get all the collectibles. The PC version has aged well; and can be played in HD resolutions! Highly recommend to all Sonic fans.

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How to play Sonic R Windows

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Captures and Snapshots

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Comments and reviews

Soapy2020-12-211 point

Is it just me or does this game not have music?? It was literally one of the best things in the game D:

ilikeyacutg2020-08-21-2 points

if you open this, your screen literally crunches down to 640x480 resolution. just press the windows key, click settings, then click system, then scroll down until you see 'display resolution' just change it back to your normal resolution. also use sonic r updater lmao

YOUR NICKNAME2020-07-162 points

If you guys have problems with running the game, then watch this video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChTn2S2DSS4. It's the definitive way to play this game. Have Fun :).

kukitolindo2020-07-08-1 point

dis game is great the program 'DXWND' helped me to play da game thank you my abandonware :-)

OmarElgendy2020-06-25-2 points

The game doesn't work for me.):

Demont2020-06-16-1 point

I Like Sonic R I watched a person playing it on YouTube see you later bye bye

flower2020-05-290 point

so when i started to play the game my screen got small so i don't know how to get screen back to normal someone help me lmao

flower2020-05-29-1 point

when i just start to play the game my screen got small so i don't know how to put the screen to normal

im an uke2020-05-270 point

this is a awesome game and special for me

ethan2020-05-260 point

It works :)

gokuzinho2020-05-220 point

does not work is bugging

bluethunder2020-04-21-4 points

Listen,i'd like you to tell me..... WHO IN THE WORLD CREATED THAT CREEPY FREAK TAILS DOLL! Yo,seriously who would create such..... A CREEPY FREAK LIKE TAILS DOLL!!!!!!!

Mappy2020-04-05-3 points

Can you put Sonic R on the Ios and Android

cia agant2020-04-02-1 point

i like ds game! i well tell all my generals to blay it!

csonic2020-03-280 point

I Kinda Grown Up With Sonic R The Music Damn Amazing

Rolee07072020-03-250 point

Working in Windows 10?

someone2020-03-232 points

does this realy work?

DanTDM2020-02-200 point

The only reason i got this came is for the Tails Doll curse lmao

Eggman NEGA2020-02-014 points

Why am I not in this game?

Ǥᗩᑕᕼᗩ ᑎᗝᖇᗩ2020-01-190 point

I'm using my Windows 7
Ita was mya bed
Now mya computera isa deada

sonic r2019-11-29-16 points

what the f* people u have kids play an creepy game 2 children died from this game doods

Sr_foxbr2019-11-022 points

I want to know whats the diference on the downloads...and whats is recommended

Ro872019-10-062 points

Just a quick notice: If you download the RIP version, do not run unless you entirely know what you are doing. On Windows 10, it changes the display resolution, and on Windows XP it changes the colour mode to 8-Bit. BE CAREFUL

TAILS DOLL2019-08-21-4 points

All I want to know is can I play Sonic R with a modern computer that plays discs?

Vexzeal2019-07-201 point

Sonic R was that pc game I always played at my grandmothers house. She had a Dell tower with Sonic 3&Knuckles and Sonic R. Of course I always played Sonic R. Its games like these that makes me miss the past, where dlc wasn't a thing or wireless connection. You had to go to your friend's house and sit with them and play games. Reminds me of when I got my first gamecube, I couldn't put Sonic Adventure 2 and Sonic Gem's Collection down, not even Sonic mega collection. This game brings me great nostalgia and it makes me happy to download it again, thanks guys. :)

omarrabo462019-06-284 points

lesten up everybody
i solved the controls problem
in the game's folder open the joystick.inf
delete everything in it
write 'keyboard'
close it
rename the file 'keyboard'
hope you good luck

Super Nitro Z642019-05-161 point

Sonic R may not have the best controls, but the games does have some great graphics and one of the best game soundtracks ever. Speaking of graphics, the player can choose one of two different texture styles: DirectDraw (Sega Saturn textures) and Direct3D.

blaine kenel2019-05-153 points

i need to know the command i use to open sonic R, i don't do dos. sorry for asking but please tell me. thank you

blaine kenel2019-05-153 points

what is the command i use, i'm not that much of a computer king but all i need now is the command, ive used SonicR.EXE SONICR.EXE sonicR.EXE and more please tell me the command i use in dos box!

It's Aweswome!2018-07-213 points

what are the controls

SUPER SONIC2018-06-27-5 points

WHAT IS CONTROLS ?!

Austin2018-06-223 points

For the people who are having problems with the controls,here is the problem,I heard the controls for the keyboard don't work on modren day PCs (windows 7, stuff like that) but there are some patches for it, but older PCs ( windows XP, windows 95/98, stuff like that) the controls are fine.

Ger2018-06-09-3 points

¿cuales son los controles con el teclado?

Tat2018-06-073 points

wow

lautaroavila2018-05-131 point

juego tan cool no paro de jugar con tails doll

justasbybys of shity gamers2018-04-21-2 points

wow thats a cool game

Henrique Melo2018-04-184 points

♫ ♫ ♫
Everybody's Super Sonic Racing
Try to keep your feet right on the ground
When you're Super Sonic Racing
There's no time to look around
We're just Super Sonic Racing
Running to the point of no return
Everybody's Super Sonic Racing
C'mon let the fire burn
♫ ♫ ♫

CaioExtremerGamers BR2018-04-170 point

My favorite race game of Sonic ;D

romero llador2018-03-260 point

me gusta mucho sonic y he probado sonic lost word y rivals 2

snoic2018-03-110 point

the screen just goes black

mack2018-01-253 points

I get to the screen prior to the main menu that says hit the start button but no buttons work at that point. Do i need to get a remote??

facucop2018-01-21-1 point

espero que al fin esto me deje jugar a sonic r

dda2017-12-10-1 point

i cant play it maybye the tails doll is hounting my computer

Thelango992017-11-290 point

This is going to be a great experience playing

pants2017-11-14-1 point

TALIS DOLL

guddu2017-08-11-2 points

good gAME

no worst thing ever2017-07-291 point

Made to hack made by heartless soul

sonic r lover2017-04-262 points

it worked the 1st time i got it but it does not work anymore

The Great2017-03-19-9 points

This is not working and is ugly software

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