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platformer
Sonic 3 & Knuckles
By Sonic Team, released 1 Jan 1994
- Microsoft Windows
- Linux
- Sega Genesis
- macOS
- Nintendo DS
- Nintendo GameCube
What it is
Sonic 3 & Knuckles is a 1994 platformer from Sonic Team, published by SEGA. Dr. Eggman’s Death Egg has crashed onto a volcano on the Floating Island, but Eggman remains active and wants the Master Emerald to repair it. Sonic must stop him while dealing with Knuckles, the island’s guardian, who is also trying to protect the Emeralds. The game supports single-player and multiplayer, with partial controller support and Family Sharing on Steam. It was released on Microsoft Windows, Linux, Sega Genesis, macOS, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo GameCube. Steam supports Windows, macOS, and Linux. The adventure follows Sonic and Knuckles as their conflicting goals intersect around the island and Eggman’s plans.
What players like, and what they don't
- Classic Sonic platforming gameplay
- Sonic and Knuckles-centered story
- Single-player and multiplayer modes
- Steam support for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Family Sharing available
- Steam controller support is partial
- Other listed platforms include older consoles
- Multiplayer features are not detailed
Who it suits
It suits players looking for a classic platformer with Sonic and Knuckles, Floating Island exploration, and a conflict involving the Master Emerald. Multiplayer is available for groups wanting to play together.
Sonic 3 & Knuckles presents a platforming adventure driven by Eggman’s attempt to recover the Master Emerald. Its broad platform history and Steam support across three desktop operating systems give players several ways to access it.
