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Sonic Frontiers

Sonic Frontiers

Sonic Frontiers is a groundbreaking open-zone action-adventure game set on the ancient Starfall Islands. Join Sonic as he battles hordes of powerful enemies with an all-new combat system, explores the mysteries of the islands, and saves his friends!

89%
Very Positive
DeveloperSonic Team
PublisherSEGA
Release DateNov 7, 2022
$39.99
Peak Players19.1K
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Sonic Frontiers is a polarizing evolution for the franchise that introduces open-zone exploration and a hybrid combat system, though it is often criticized for its repetitive structure and technical limitations. While the soundtrack and sense of speed receive high praise, players are divided on the world's visual polish and the frequency of restrictive tutorials.

Pros

  • The soundtrack is exceptionally high-quality and widely praised across all review types.95%
  • Addictive hybrid gameplay that successfully blends high-speed traversal with a new combat system.85%
  • A significant and positive step forward for the franchise's formula and future direction.80%
  • Accessible and user-friendly for players who are new to the Sonic series.60%
  • Engaging boss encounters and spectacle-driven combat sequences.70%

Cons

  • Technical limitations including a 60 FPS cap and bugs when attempting to mod the frame rate.90%
  • Repetitive gameplay loops and platforming structures that can feel 'samey' after the first island.85%
  • Frequent interruptions from tutorials and scripted sequences that take control away from the player.80%
  • The open world can feel empty, visually depressing, or lacking in soul compared to other modern titles.75%
  • Physics and controls, particularly in 2D segments, can feel unresponsive or clunky.70%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers strongly recommend using HedgeModManager for quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes.
  • Significant price-to-value debate, with many suggesting the game is best purchased on sale for $20 or less.
Confidence: 93%
Based on the 144 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Aug 29, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
359
Peak · last 90 days
540
All-time peak
19.1K

Price

Current price
$39.99
Lowest tracked
$13.99since Jan 9, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
—
Last 30 days
77%
All-time positive
89%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews28.4K
Positive: 25.3K (89%)Negative: 3.1K (11%)

7%

Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

24h

Avg Playtime at Review

65%

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