Sonic Adventure game cover

Sonic Adventure

1998Sonic Team

8.5/10Sega
Platformer

Sonic's first full 3D adventure featuring multiple characters, Chao raising, and high-speed gameplay.

Gameplay

3D platformer with multiple playable characters, each featuring unique gameplay styles and abilities.

Historical Context

Developed by Sonic Team as Sonic's debut on Dreamcast, designed to showcase the console's capabilities.

Fun Facts

  • First major 3D Sonic game
  • Featured six different gameplay styles
  • Introduced the Chao virtual pet system

Cultural Impact

Established the template for 3D Sonic games and demonstrated how classic 2D franchises could evolve into 3D.

Review

Sonic Adventure successfully translated Sonic's speed to 3D with varied gameplay and impressive technical achievements.

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