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| developer = [[Traveller's Tales]]/[[Sonic Team]] |
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| publisher = [[Sega]] |
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| − | | released = '''Saturn'''<br>{{vgrelease|NA= |
+ | | released = '''Saturn'''<br>{{vgrelease|NA=31 October 1997|JP=4 December 1997|EU=November 1997}}<br>'''PC'''<br>{{vgrelease|NA=11 November 1998|JP=November 1998|EU=November 1998}} |
| genre = Racing |
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| modes = Single player, multiplayer |
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| − | {{Nihongo|'''''Sonic R'''''|ソニックR|Sonikku Ā}} is a racing game that uses multi-3D polygons and was developed by Traveller's Tales and [[Sonic Team]] for the [[Sega Saturn]] and [[PC]], the latter version being ported to the [[GameCube]] and the [[PlayStation 2]] in ''[[Sonic Gems Collection]]''. It was initially released for the [[Sega Saturn]] but was later ported for the [[PC]]. It is believed that the game was adapted from code originally written for the [[Sega 32X#Sega Neptune|Sega Neptune]] |
+ | {{Nihongo|'''''Sonic R'''''|ソニックR|Sonikku Ā}} is a racing game that uses multi-3D polygons and was developed by Traveller's Tales and [[Sonic Team]] for the [[Sega Saturn]] and [[PC]], the latter version being ported to the [[Nintendo GameCube]] and the [[PlayStation 2]] in ''[[Sonic Gems Collection]]''. It was initially released for the [[Sega Saturn]] but was later ported for the [[PC]]. It is believed that the game was adapted from code originally written for the [[Sega 32X#Sega Neptune|Sega Neptune]] in a format similar to Nintendo 64 {{Fact}}. |
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+ | ''Sonic R'' is the first appearance of the characters [[Metal Knuckles]] and [[Tails Doll]] and the first playable appearance of [[Eggrobo]]. |
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==Characters== |
==Characters== |
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===Starter Characters=== |
===Starter Characters=== |
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*[[Sonic the Hedgehog]] |
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*[[Metal Sonic]] |
*[[Metal Sonic]] |
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*[[Tails Doll]] |
*[[Tails Doll]] |
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*[[Metal Knuckles]] |
*[[Metal Knuckles]] |
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*[[Super Sonic]] |
*[[Super Sonic]] |
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==Reception== |
==Reception== |
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+ | ''Sonic R'' received mixed reviews from critics. Ryan MacDonald of GameSpot commented positively on the graphics and audio, but said that the game is "so short that you'll probably finish it the day you rent it." Game Revolution noted that the game was "a little different" from normal racing games, but was highly critical of the music (remarking that "With lyrics like 'Can you feel the sunshine brighten up your day', you feel like Disney has suddenly taken over the world and Gestapo mice are forcing you to smile all the time") and the "wily and inexact" controls. |
==Music== |
==Music== |
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{{Main|Sonic R (album)}} |
{{Main|Sonic R (album)}} |
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| − | Sonic R is an album released for the Sonic R songs in 1998. It was composed by Richard Jacques. It contains a total of 12 tracks. |
+ | Sonic R is an album released for the ''Sonic R'' songs in 1998. It was composed by Richard Jacques. It contains a total of 12 tracks. |
==Gallery== |
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| − | <gallery widths="130" captionalign="left" orientation="none"> |
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| − | File:Srlogo.jpg|Logo |
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| − | File:Sonic and Tails, Amy, Knuckles and Robotnik.png|Cast picture |
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| − | File:Sonic and Tails, Knuckles, Robotnik and Metal Sonic.png|Cast picture |
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| − | File:Sonic 156.png|[[Sonic]] |
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| − | File:Sonic 28.png|[[Sonic]] |
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| − | File:Sonic pose 15.jpg|[[Sonic]] |
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| − | File:SRSonic.gif|[[Sonic]] |
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| − | File:Knuckles 47.png|[[Knuckles]] |
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| − | File:Kucku.png|[[Knuckles]] |
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| − | File:Knuckles 41.png|[[Knuckles]] |
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| − | File:Tails 8.png|[[Tails]] |
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| − | File:Tails 74.png|[[Tails]] |
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| − | Tails in Sonic R.gif|[[Tails]] |
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| − | File:Amy 5.png|[[Amy Rose]] |
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| − | Amy in Sonic R.gif|[[Amy]] |
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| − | File:Robotnik 51.png|[[Dr. Robotnik]] |
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| − | File:Dr. Robotnik.jpg|[[Dr. Robotnik]] |
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| − | File:Super sonic 2.png|[[Super Sonic]] |
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| − | File:Metal sonic 4.png|[[Metal Sonic]] |
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| − | File:Tails Doll.png|[[Tails Doll]] |
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| − | File:Metal knuckles Sonic R.png|[[Metal Knuckles]] |
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| − | File:Egg robo 1.png|[[EggRobo]] |
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| − | File:Egg robo 2.gif|[[EggRobo]] |
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| − | File:Eggrobo.jpg|[[EggRobo]] |
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| − | File:Mknuckles.jpg|[[Metal Knuckles]] |
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| − | File:Tailsdoll.jpg|[[Tails Doll]] |
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| − | ==="Ending" images=== |
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| − | {{Gallery start}} |
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| − | Sonic R 1.gif|[[Sonic the Hedgehog]] |
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| − | Sonic R 2.gif|[[Miles "Tails" Prower]] |
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| − | Sonic R 3.gif|[[Knuckles the Echidna]] |
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| − | Sonic R 4.gif|[[Amy Rose]] |
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| − | Sonic R 5.gif|[[Dr. Robotnik]] |
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| − | Sonic R 6.gif|[[Metal Sonic]] |
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| − | Sonic R 7.gif|[[Tails Doll]] |
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| − | Sonic R 8.gif|[[Metal Knuckles]] |
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| − | Sonic R 9.gif|[[EggRobo]] |
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| − | Sonic R 10.gif|[[Super Sonic]] |
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| − | Sonic R 11.gif|All [[Chaos Emeralds]] collected image |
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| − | Sonic R 12.gif|True ending image |
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| − | </Gallery> |
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| − | {{Gallery end}} |
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| − | ===Prototype images=== |
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| − | File:Sr_CharSelect.jpg|The icons for the unlockable metal characters are different. |
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| − | File:Sr_YellowTrail.jpg|The trail after hitting a speed boost is yellow instead of a large array of colors. |
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| − | </Gallery> |
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| − | {{Gallery end}} |
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| − | ==Box-Arts== |
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| − | File:Sonic_R_US.jpg|US |
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| − | File:Sonic_R_EP.jpg|EU |
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| − | File:Sonic_Japan.jpg|JP |
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| − | File:Sonic_R_PC.jpg|PC |
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| − | </Gallery> |
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== Trivia == |
== Trivia == |
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| − | *The PC port of the game has a few noteworthy differences, enhancing the game with some extra features and making the controls more responsive. Some of the changes include changing the character stats slightly and altering the item probability (making the |
+ | *The PC port of the game has a few noteworthy differences, enhancing the game with some extra features and making the controls more responsive. Some of the changes include changing the character stats slightly and altering the item probability (making the gameplay easier against the AI), as well as weather ("snow" would also make the water frozen), daytime effects, and some graphical changes like multicolored balloons and character model touchups (though certain effects like the water surface and [[Radiant Emerald]] lost its unique characteristics, such as elusive transparencies in a Saturn game). However, there are multiple publishers for the PC version, and some of them (namely the common Activision distribution) inexplicably removed the entire soundtrack (possibly due to extended licensing issues). Versions released around 2004 (namely the ValuSoft edition) fixed minor glitches and also helped compatibility with Windows XP as the game is notoriously hard to set up on modern computers, but also do not include the music. In versions that do include the soundtrack, not only does the game require the original CD in order to play the audio, but the instrumental tracks have noticeably been shortened from the Saturn length. The version in ''[[Sonic Gems Collection]]'' is based on the PC port with its version of the soundtrack, but is missing a few additions such as Netplay (which was an officially patched feature). The [[PlayStation 2|PS2]] version is also only up to two players like the Saturn version. |
* The game's theme music is also heard in ''[[Sonic Pinball Party]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]].'' Music from this game is also featured in ''[[Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing]]''. |
* The game's theme music is also heard in ''[[Sonic Pinball Party]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]].'' Music from this game is also featured in ''[[Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing]]''. |
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* Every course begins with the letter R. |
* Every course begins with the letter R. |
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*This game was Traveller's Tales second and last involvement in the series, the first being ''[[Sonic 3D Blast]]''. |
*This game was Traveller's Tales second and last involvement in the series, the first being ''[[Sonic 3D Blast]]''. |
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*This is the last ''Sonic'' game of the "Classic" era, before ''[[Sonic Adventure]]'' redesigned the characters. |
*This is the last ''Sonic'' game of the "Classic" era, before ''[[Sonic Adventure]]'' redesigned the characters. |
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| + | *On the Xplosiv version of the disc on the PC, the game's title is "'''Sonic Racer'''". |
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| + | *''Sonic R'' is one of the two Sonic games added to the ''[[Arcade Collection]]'', the other being ''[[Sonic 3D Blast|Sonic 3D: Flickies Island]]''. |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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*[http://sonic.sega.jp/sonicr/index.html Official Japanese site] |
*[http://sonic.sega.jp/sonicr/index.html Official Japanese site] |
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[[Category:Racing games]] |
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Sonic R (ソニックR Sonikku Ā?) is a racing game that uses multi-3D polygons and was developed by Traveller's Tales and Sonic Team for the Sega Saturn and PC, the latter version being ported to the Nintendo GameCube and the PlayStation 2 in Sonic Gems Collection. It was initially released for the Sega Saturn but was later ported for the PC. It is believed that the game was adapted from code originally written for the Sega Neptune in a format similar to Nintendo 64 [citation needed].
Sonic R is the first appearance of the characters Metal Knuckles and Tails Doll and the first playable appearance of Eggrobo.
Story
The original boxart, before the game was released.
Sonic and Tails are enjoying a little time off from adventuring. The trip they have planned will be a nice, relaxing vacation. Or so they think...
Tails spots a huge sign alongside the road they are currently traveling on. It is a recruiting advertisement for the World Grand Prix. Tails then says, "Sonic! Sonic! Look! There's going to be a huge race with all the best racers in the world! What a great opportunity for you to show your speed and compete with the other great runners!"
Sonic thinks for a moment. He's the world's fastest runner, but participating in races is not really his interest. Something on the sign, however, catches Sonic's eye. Dr. Robotnik, Sonic's arch-enemy, is participating in the race. Sonic races off into the distance. "Wait Sonic! Wait for me!", Tails shouts to his friend.
Miles above the sign, a spy satellite focuses on Sonic and Tails. Dr. Robotnik snickers in delight, saying, "Now that you have fallen into my trap, Sonic, I will finally have the Chaos Emeralds, and beat you at the same time. With my new hover machine, and these new robots..." Dr. Robotnik then looks to his left, and a row of gleaming eyes gaze back at him. "Nothing can go wrong! Hahahahahahaha....." Little does Sonic know that Dr. Robotnik has learned of the location of the Chaos Emeralds.
Sonic is not the only one who will be racing with Dr. Robotnik. Sonic's pal, Knuckles, has learned that Sonic will be participating in a very important race. Knuckles never turns down a chance to be around Sonic when the action starts.
Amy will be there too. After secretly following Sonic to his vacation spot, she joined the race, hoping that winning will impress him.
Characters
All the main characters getting ready for a race.
Starter Characters
Unlockable Characters
Courses
Sonic R has five courses:
Reception
Sonic R received mixed reviews from critics. Ryan MacDonald of GameSpot commented positively on the graphics and audio, but said that the game is "so short that you'll probably finish it the day you rent it." Game Revolution noted that the game was "a little different" from normal racing games, but was highly critical of the music (remarking that "With lyrics like 'Can you feel the sunshine brighten up your day', you feel like Disney has suddenly taken over the world and Gestapo mice are forcing you to smile all the time") and the "wily and inexact" controls.
Music
Sonic R is an album released for the Sonic R songs in 1998. It was composed by Richard Jacques. It contains a total of 12 tracks.
Gallery
Template:Gallery Box
Trivia
- The PC port of the game has a few noteworthy differences, enhancing the game with some extra features and making the controls more responsive. Some of the changes include changing the character stats slightly and altering the item probability (making the gameplay easier against the AI), as well as weather ("snow" would also make the water frozen), daytime effects, and some graphical changes like multicolored balloons and character model touchups (though certain effects like the water surface and Radiant Emerald lost its unique characteristics, such as elusive transparencies in a Saturn game). However, there are multiple publishers for the PC version, and some of them (namely the common Activision distribution) inexplicably removed the entire soundtrack (possibly due to extended licensing issues). Versions released around 2004 (namely the ValuSoft edition) fixed minor glitches and also helped compatibility with Windows XP as the game is notoriously hard to set up on modern computers, but also do not include the music. In versions that do include the soundtrack, not only does the game require the original CD in order to play the audio, but the instrumental tracks have noticeably been shortened from the Saturn length. The version in Sonic Gems Collection is based on the PC port with its version of the soundtrack, but is missing a few additions such as Netplay (which was an officially patched feature). The PS2 version is also only up to two players like the Saturn version.
- The game's theme music is also heard in Sonic Pinball Party and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Music from this game is also featured in Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing.
- Every course begins with the letter R.
- This is the only original Sonic game on the Saturn.
- This is the only Sonic racing game where characters primarily race on foot.
- At the beginning of the episode "Dinner Out" in the TV series Malcolm in the Middle, Malcolm and his friend Stevie can be seen playing Sonic R in the level Resort Island. Malcolm is playing as Sonic and wheelchair-bound Stevie is playing as Amy Rose, who is the only character in the game on wheels.
- During gameplay there is an orange Chaos Emerald. Despite this, the image shown when the player beats the game with all Chaos Emeralds replaces it with a blue emerald.
- In the development of the game Mario Kart 64, the game was known as Super Mario Kart R in early 1995. It was changed when the game was released in 1996/1997 and Sonic R coming in 1997.
- Sonic R was promoted before its release at Sonic's 6th Birthday Celebration.
- According to the prototype version of the game, this was originally going to be Sonic's first appearance with the soles on his shoes. This was scrapped for unknown reasons.
- This game was Traveller's Tales second and last involvement in the series, the first being Sonic 3D Blast.
- This is the last Sonic game of the "Classic" era, before Sonic Adventure redesigned the characters.
- On the Xplosiv version of the disc on the PC, the game's title is "Sonic Racer".
- Sonic R is one of the two Sonic games added to the Arcade Collection, the other being Sonic 3D: Flickies Island.
External links
| Playable characters | Sonic (Super Sonic) | Tails | Knuckles | Amy | Dr. Robotnik | Metal Sonic | Tails Doll | Metal Knuckles | Eggman Robo | |
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| Non-playable characters | Animals (Flicky) | |
| Courses | Resort Island | Radical City | Regal Ruin | Reactive Factory | Radiant Emerald | |
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Crouch | Double Jump | Flying | Gliding | Homing Missile | Spin Attack | Spin Dash Roll | Turbo Boost | |
| Gimmicks and obstacles | Accelerator | Balloon | Bumper | Ring Gate | Spring | Triangle Bumper | |
| Items | Chaos Emerald | Item Panel (Numbered Item Panel (5 Rings), Numbered Item Panel (10 Rings), Numbered Item Panel (20 Rings), Fleet Feet, Lightning Shield, Water Shield) | Ring | Sonic Token | |
| Music | Songs | "Back in Time" | "Can You Feel the Sunshine?" | "Diamond in the Sky" | "Living in the City" | "Super Sonic Racing" | "Work It Out" | "You're My Number One" |
| Albums | Sonic R | |
| Other | Egg Mobile | Loop | Music Test | Sonic R (LCD game) | Sonic R Official Guide | South Sea | Time Attack | |
| V·T·E | Category | ||