7.5 Presentation
Gorgeous cinematics and a clever branching storyline feature. Mixes most of the major Sonic characters into the storyline. Basic menu work.
5.0 Graphics
Dreamcast-esque. Lots of level variation and the framerate holds together on GCN and Xbox. (PS2 is another story.) But the visuals lack polygon numbers, texture detail, and fluid animation.
5.0 Sound
Forced 80s' rock music mingles with overcooked acting. At least the characters feature voice work, though. Runs in Dolby Pro Logic II.
4.5 Gameplay
Fundamentally flawed and dated mechanics. Thrill-ride level designs and sense of speed still captivate, but less so. Everything else needs work. Broken camera system worsens the experience.
5.0 Lasting Appeal
A smart branching storyline invites gamers to replay the title to unlock new levels, but few players will have the patience to bother.
C'est triste de ternir a ce point une licence forte... Enfin bon, Nintendo fait exactement pareil avec ses deux daubes de noel, DDR with Mario et Mario Strikers... Et dans le même genre, j'espére que PD0 ne démolisse pas le mythe du premier opus...
