Steemian, Sonic is one of the most mythical and beloved characters in the video game industry, and although SEGA is not treating it as well as we would like, we can still enjoy recalling its beginnings.
Who does not know Sonic? Sonic is the eternal rival of Mario, the fastest hedgehog in the world, the ultimate mascot of SEGA and one of the most remarkable and recognizable characters in the video game industry. This bluish porcupine has grown with a generation of gamer since the Japanese company gave life and shape in the early 90's. It is already more than 20 years that have been accompanying us, and we hope there are many more! Yes, with titles that live up to its name.
It is true that in recent years we have not exactly enjoyed excellence in Sonic games, although there are notable examples such as Sonic Colors or Sonic Generations. Still, we can always look back and enjoy the games that made it so great, and what better way than starting at the beginning? SEGA launches Sonic the Hedgehog for Android and IOS version, and does so with a series of interesting novelties.
The classic returns
Talking about Sonic The Hedgehog and telling you what the original game can offer us would be absurd, almost like telling the lovers of good movies what is going on with Death in the Heels or the most read to give them the plot of The Hound of the Baskervilles, without However, since it is a "revamped" version with certain changes, new features and improvements, we will focus mainly on this aspect.
You already know that Sonic was characterized as one of the fastest and most vertiginous platforms of the moment. The sensation of speed that was able to offer us Master System and Mega Drive was incredible, especially this second thanks to the famous ' Blast Processing ', which SEGA took advantage of in its advertising campaigns to highlight Super Nintendo. It is logical to think that with the power of the current terminals, even if they are 'smartphones' or 'tablets', the game could be moved perfectly, and that was how it is, obtaining constant 60fps that give us a fluid and dynamic game. But let's go with the real news, because this Sonic The Hedgehog for Android and iOS has a few.
Improving the original
But how could you improve a game that is already excellent? Well with the inclusion of different systems and extra modes that enrich the player's experience. On the one hand, we have the ability to save the game once we have completed a level, so we will not have to spend the game 'pull', but if what we prefer in his challenge as those of yesteryear we will also have the ability to play without the possibility of our progress being saved.
For this special version SEGA has added a time trial mode that, as its name implies, will put us to the test competing against time. We will have 30 minutes to overcome each of the zones, composed of three acts each (well, what is still the game itself), but of course, that's not where their magic resides. Once a personal brand has been established, it will be necessary to try to overcome it, which, for the factor 'annoyed among friends', it comes the sea of good.
Another of the inclusions that will surely fall in love with the lovers of the saga starring the blue hedgehog is the possibility of playing as Tails or Knuckles , obviously, using their special abilities to overcome all the acts and zones of Sonic The Hedgehog, which gives a good touch of replay-ability.
Finally, the soundtrack has been totally remastered to end up finishing a most pleasant experience ... if it were not for the control with the touch screen of our terminal (either 'tablet' or 'smartphone') that, in certain occasions and not having the same touch as with a normal pad, can get to despair on some levels. Luckily, the version of Android systems allows the use of external controls, so that we can enjoy 100% of a title without equal.
Pros
It's Sonic, the original for Mega Drive, what else do I have to say? This is a great adaptation.
Cons
Game control is sometimes exasperating.