It's a classic and a must-have for your collection!

This is the original Sonic the Hedgehog, the game that started the series. The difficulty level fluctuates from Zone to Zone, from the simplicity in Green Hill Zone to the crushing threat and precise platforming that has to be made in Marble Zone. Also, you have to cope with the fact you do not have the Spin Dash Attack until the next game in the series. However, it is a quick game and a great throwback to the early 1990's 16-bit Genesis-era games. It is also interesting to see some of the early Zones that spawned repetitive elements later in the series, such as the traditional introductory Hill Zones (ie: Emerald Hill Zone, Mushroom Hill Zone), the carnival/casino levels, etc... Once you start, you are in it to win it because there is no save feature and has to be beat in one sitting. It should take about an hour and change to beat through the entire game so my word of advice is stock up on those extra lives early in the game since they may be your lifesavers in the final Zones. Also, take your time in some places and see how the traps move to clear them successfully. The bottom line: If you are a Sonic fan, this is a must-have for your collection, and you owe it to yourself to beat the game at least once in your life!Read full review