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action-adventure game
Sonic Lost World
By Sonic Team, released 1 Jan 2013
- Microsoft Windows
- Wii U
- Nintendo 3DS
What it is
Sonic Lost World is an action-adventure game from Sonic Team. Sonic faces the Deadly Six, creatures who turn against Dr. Eggman after he harnesses their power. Sonic and Eggman join forces to confront them in the Lost Hex. Across its levels, Sonic can vault obstacles, run along walls, dive between islands and use the returning Spin Dash. Colour Powers let him fly, tear through levels and attack enemies. The settings include underground tunnels, open spaces and structures in the sky, with routes that go inside, outside and upside down. Boss battles pit Sonic against each of the Deadly Six. The game includes NiGHTMARE Zone DLC inspired by NiGHTS into Dreams. Its Windows version lists 60 FPS gameplay, HD resolution support, gamepad and keyboard controls, and Steam functionality. Steam features include achievements, cloud saves, leaderboards and Family Sharing. It is also listed for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS.
What players like, and what they don't
- Wall running, vaulting and sky diving moves
- Colour Powers add flight and attack abilities
- NiGHTMARE Zone DLC is included
- Steam Cloud and Leaderboards are listed
- Steam listing is for Windows only
- Single-player only
Who it suits
Suited to players looking for a single-player Sonic adventure built around movement abilities, Colour Powers and boss fights. Windows players can use a gamepad or keyboard.
Sonic Lost World centers on fast movement, varied routes and fights against the Deadly Six. Its listed PC features include keyboard and gamepad support, alongside Steam achievements and cloud saves.
