Sonic the Hedgehog
Jun 23, 1991
- Platform
Platforms: Arcade, iOS, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Sega Mega Drive/Genesis, Wii, Xbox 360
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Overview
Sonic the Hedgehog is a 2D side-scrolling platformer developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega for the Genesis/Mega Drive. Players control Sonic the Hedgehog, who can run at near supersonic speeds and sets out on a quest to defeat Dr. Robotnik, a scientist who has imprisoned animals in robots and seeks the powerful Chaos Emeralds.
Story
In his attempt to steal the six Chaos Emeralds and harness their power, the mad scientist Doctor Robotnik has trapped the animal inhabitants of South Island inside aggressive robots and stationary metal capsules. Sonic the Hedgehog sets out to thwart Robotnik's plans by freeing his animal friends and collecting the emeralds himself.
- Developed by
- Sonic Team
- Published by
- Tec Toy, Sega
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Facts
- Game modes
- Single player
- Player perspectives
- Side view
- Themes
- Action, Fantasy, Science fiction
- Franchise
- Sonic The Hedgehog
- Series
- Sonic the Hedgehog
- Release dates
- Sega Mega Drive/Genesis: Jun 23, 1991
- Xbox 360: May 2007
- Wii: Aug 4, 2008
- iOS: May 20, 2009
- PC (Microsoft Windows): Oct 26, 2010
- PlayStation 3: Mar 2, 2011
