Sonic Forces (PlayStation 4) is a 3D platform action game developed by Sonic Team and published by SEGA, featuring high-speed gameplay, multiple playable characters, and a story focused on Sonic’s resistance against Doctor Eggman’s global domination.
The game is set in a world that has been largely taken over by Eggman’s forces, forcing Sonic and his allies to form a resistance. Players experience the story through three gameplay styles: Modern Sonic, Classic Sonic, and a customizable Avatar character created by the player.
Modern Sonic sections focus on fast-paced 3D boost gameplay with cinematic movement and quick reflex challenges. Classic Sonic stages return to 2D side-scrolling platforming inspired by the original Genesis-era games. The Avatar gameplay introduces custom characters using gadgets called Wispons, which add unique combat and traversal abilities.
The game combines these styles across a linear campaign where players switch between characters depending on the mission. Each style offers different mechanics, from speed-based running to platforming precision and gadget-based combat.
Core features include:
| Platform | PlayStation 4 |
| Genre | 3D Platformer / Action |
| Game Modes | Single-player |
| Players | 1 Player |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Release Date | November 7, 2017 |
| Perspective | Third-person |
| Core Gameplay | Speed platforming, 2D side-scrolling, character customization, combat abilities |
| World Setting | Earth under Eggman’s global control |
| PS4 Features | HD visuals, controller vibration support, stable performance |
| Rating | Everyone (Mild cartoon violence) |
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| Works with | Playstation 4 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure |