I was disappointed the music from the original Sonic game wasn't included though, and I feel this would've really capped off the playing experience of Sonic Dash.Īnimation is generally pretty smooth, although we did observe some lag at times. The nostalgia factor is heightened by the presence of baddies from previous games.

From the lush design of the settings to the way Sonic moves, memories of Sonic games of old will come flooding back. The great thing about Sonic Dash is the way it looks and feels like a proper Sonic adventure. It would've been nice to have the option to switch to tilt-based controls for players who prefer this method of gaming. Unfortunately, there's just one control system in Sonic Dash. Rolling enables you to kill baddies, as well as go under low-hanging obstacles. Swipe left and right to move Sonic from side to side, flick upwards to make him jump, and down to roll. The controls in Sonic Dash are based around touch gestures or key combinations, depending on the device you use. Ultimately though, Sonic Dash doesn't differ much from the format of Temple Run in terms of gameplay and adds little innovation in terms of game modes or unique features, aside from the element of having to kill baddies from the Sonic games and losing your rings if you get hit but being able to carry on. The gameplay in Sonic Dash is fun and you'll constantly want to start again and try to beat your highest scores.

To do this you need to build up enough red rings to unlock them (or make an in-app purchase). To start with you can only play as Sonic, but it is possible to unlock other characters from the popular Sega franchise: namely Tails, Knuckles and Amy. As with Temple Run, there are collectible items along the way in Sonic Dash, such as magnets that trap coins, dash boosts and extra lives.

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