Sonic Superstarsreturns to the classic 2D platforming formula for the hedgehog and his friends. We’ll play as multiple characters, go through new stages, and wear different costumes. Here’s everything we know aboutSonic Superstarsright now.
Sonic Superstarsrelease date, preorder bonus, special editions
The next entry in theSonic the Hedgehogseries spin dashes its way to physical and digital stores onOctober 17, 2023. You can grab it on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch, or PC for $59.99.
The Digital Deluxe Edition costs $10 more at $69.99. It gives you the following:
There will be a Lego Eggman skin available as well for those who preorder the game.
AllSonic Superstarscharacters
At the time of writing, there arefour confirmed characters. They areSonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy. Each has unique abilities that differentiate them, such as Tails’ ability to fly or Sonic’s Drop Dash move. They’ll battleFangand Dr. Eggman across the game’s distinct worlds.
Every zone we know so far
There will be a total of 12 zones inSonic Superstars, and the good news is that they’re all original. We won’t be returning to Green Hill Zone again, just for nostalgia. We’ll update this article once we know the final four, but so far, we know the game includes:
IsSonic Superstarsco-op? All modes included
You’ll be able to playSonic Superstarsin four-player offline co-op. There’s also an eight-player battle mode that can be played online and offline.
There will also be a way to customize your own characters in the online mode and add skins to your characters during the campaign. For example, if you get the Digital Deluxe Edition, you can use the Rabbit skin, which is actually a reference to early concept art for Sonic himself.
The multiplayer battle mode will be crossplay as well.
Is there in-game DLC?
According tothe ESRB,Sonic Superstarswill contain “In-Game Purchases”. We do know the Lego Fun Pack will be available separately for those who don’t buy the Digital Deluxe version of the game. Otherwise, we can’t say for sure what in-game DLC might be inSonic Superstars.
