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Sonic the Hedgehog Mega Drive
£11.00
Sonic the Hedgehog Mega Drive
- This is a used Mega Drive game.
- Not tested yet.
- Box, cartridge included, no manual included.
- Please see the photos for the condition.
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Description
Sonic the Hedgehog Mega Drive
Sonic the Hedgehog is a 1991 platform video game developed by Sega for its 16-bit console, the Sega Mega Drive (known as the Sega Genesis in North America). It was a landmark title that helped establish the Mega Drive as a serious competitor to Nintendo’s consoles and launched Sega’s official mascot.
Gameplay features
The game stands out for its emphasis on speed and its unique level design.
- High-speed action: Unlike many platformers of its time, the game focuses on moving quickly through stages. Sonic can build momentum to run at super-fast speeds, loop-de-loop, and roll into a ball to attack enemies.
- Platforming mechanics: The gameplay is built on physics-based mechanics, including slopes, springs, and boosters that allow for rapid acceleration.
- Collectible rings: Players must collect rings scattered throughout each stage. Holding at least one ring protects Sonic from being killed by an enemy or hazard, though the rings are dropped upon taking damage.
- Boss battles: Each zone culminates in a confrontation with the antagonist, Dr. Robotnik (also known as Dr. Eggman).
Development and release
- Creation: The game was developed by Yuji Naka, Naoto Ohshima, and Hirokazu Yasuhara.
- Bundled with the console: Sega of America decided to bundle Sonic the Hedgehog with the Mega Drive (Genesis) console. This strategic move was highly successful, driving up console sales and making Sega a major player in the video game market.
- “Console Wars” rivalry: The game sparked a heated rivalry with Nintendo and its mascot, Mario, that defined the “console wars” of the early 1990s.
Impact and legacy
- Sonic the Hedgehog was a critical and commercial success for Sega and sold millions of copies worldwide.
- It established the “attitude” of the Sonic brand and cemented his place as a pop culture icon.
- The game’s distinctive art style, fast pace, and memorable soundtrack by Masato Nakamura were highly praised by critics and cemented its status as a classic.
- The success of the original game led to a long-running franchise spanning numerous sequels, spin-offs, and ports to many other platforms.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.200 g |
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| Dimensions | 15.0 × 10.0 × 3.0 cm |
