Sonic the Hedgehog (1991)

In the 1990s, the rivalry between Sega and Nintendo was like that of Samsung and Apple today.  Sega wanted a mascot for the Genesis, that the system would be identified by.  Thus Sonic the Hedgehog was born.

STORY

Sonic must stop Dr. Robotnik from stealing the Chaos Emeralds, and break his animal friends out of prison's made by the mad scientist

GAMEPLAY

The objective is to reach the goal to the far right of the screen.  This involves smashing enemies, jumping pit's, and lots of platforming, all while trying to collect rings and power up's to get the high score, in a timely manner.  Going faster gives you a bonus, but it also pay's to head backwards on another level, so it really depends on if your trying to go for a high score, or if your trying to go farther in the game faster, how it will play.

GRAPHICS

While not as vibirant as SNES games, the graphics are less blocky, and show's the speed very well.  Very Good Graphics (for 1991).

AGE

Sonic is suitable for all ages

CONCLUSION

Sonic the Hedgehog was one of the best games available for genesis, and is worth your time.  Not only is it fun, but once you get in the flow of the game, it's quite addictive.  So whether or not you have the cartridge, you can get this game on a sega collection disc, the play store, or a rom.  

7 out of 10

While not the best of the series, STH is still fun.  I'm giving it a seven due to the lack of the spin dash move, which would have been very helpful in some instances.  I played Sonc the Hedgehog 2 first, which also affects the opinion given here.    

DETAILS

Developed by Sonic Team

Published by Sega

Released 1991

Rated GA/KA/E/E10/T  (collections are rated every thing but GA, the original rating)

For Sega Genesis, iOS, Android, and most game consoles past 2001