I feel it is a worthy entry to the series. If you've never played a 2D Sonic game, go play Sonic 2. A tad much for the ammount of content, but I feel it was worth it. Each zone is also split into four acts, the fourth taking the form of a boss. The visuals, aside from being 2.5D HD, are very reminicent of the old games (Sonic's spines aside, but if you really care, get a life), the music is just like the Mega Drive games, and the sound effects are too. with the design and atmosphere of Sonic 2 coming through the strongest. So to me it played a lot like the Mega Drive games, but with a homing attack (which I really like BTW). In fact, in a couple of places this feature comes in handy (like when doing speed-runs or precise platforming). I never stopped holding down the D-pad in mid-air, and it felt normal. The biggest difference, which I noticed as soon as I started playing, was that if you let go of the D-pad in mid-air after jumping, you fall straight down. It's not the same, but it does feel a lot like you're playing the Mega Drive games. I have no problem with the physics or the homing attack. Sure, maybe it's not quite as great, but it comes pretty damn close. Sure, maybe it's What's with all the hate for this game? I have replayed the Mega Drive classics many times over and Sonic 4 isn't much worse. 1 is a prologue - spin dash, rolling attack, homing attack and a new move - I wanted the user to enjoy an easy-to-play feeling by the attack sequence that this homing attack allows, and find the fun routes in the air. What's with all the hate for this game? I have replayed the Mega Drive classics many times over and Sonic 4 isn't much worse. If your a fan of Tails and Knuckles, you should be pleased with Episode 2 - Ep.

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