- Rank
- #9 / 22
- Released
- 2010
- Studio
- Sonic Team
- Genre
- platformer
At a glance
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I is a platformer from Sonic Team that continues the story after Sonic and Knuckles. Dr. Eggman returns with improved versions of his creations, while Sonic uses moves including the Spin Dash and Homing Attack. The game is presented as a new 2D chapter for both longtime and newer fans. It was released in 2010 and is listed for Windows, Wii, PlayStation Portable and Windows Phone. The Steam listing includes single-player, partial controller support and Family Sharing, with Windows given as its Steam platform. The supplied facts describe its central character, story continuation and gameplay moves, but do not list additional modes beyond single-player. This is an entry for players interested in a side-scrolling Sonic adventure tied to the events of the earlier game.
Who it is for
It suits players looking for a single-player 2D Sonic platformer that continues after Sonic and Knuckles. The listed platforms include Windows, Wii, PlayStation Portable and Windows Phone.
What is good
- Continues after Sonic and Knuckles
- Features the Spin Dash and Homing Attack
- Available on several listed platforms
What to know first
- Steam controller support is partial
- Steam listing is for Windows
Verdict
Episode I offers a new 2D Sonic chapter with familiar moves and a returning Dr. Eggman. The supplied features list focuses on single-player play.
Details
- Year
- 2010wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Developer
- Sonic Teamwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Genre
- platformerwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- Microsoft Windows, Wii, PlayStation Portable, Windows Phonewikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
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Sources
- wikidata.org/wiki/Q1194033· checked 3 Oct 2026
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonic_the_Hedgehog_4:_Episode_I· checked 2 Oct 2026
- store.steampowered.com/app/202530/· checked 3 Oct 2026