Sonic the Hedgehog™ Classic

Classic speed-platforming on Android

Sonic the Hedgehog™ Classic brings SEGA’s 1991 side-scrolling action game to Android. You guide Sonic through loop-filled stages, collect Rings, avoid hazards, defeat enemies and reach the end of each zone at speed. It suits players who want short, replayable platforming sessions, as well as longtime Sonic fans looking for the original adventure on a phone or tablet.

What you can play

The core game follows Sonic’s run through its familiar zones, with momentum, jumping and route-finding carrying each stage. This version also lets you play as Tails or Knuckles, giving the stages different movement options through flight and gliding. A Spin Dash is included too, making it easier to build speed from a standstill and approach obstacles with more control.

• Play as Sonic, Tails or Knuckles.
• Use each character’s distinct movement abilities to explore stages in different ways.
• Take on a Time Attack mode when you want to focus on speed and repeat familiar levels.
• Play in widescreen with support for 60FPS performance.
• Use touchscreen controls or a compatible external controller.

Where it sits on the Action line

As an Action stop, this is a focused platformer rather than a broad collection of modes. Its appeal comes from quick movement, memorising routes and trying to improve a run. Touch controls make the game accessible, while controller support is useful for players who prefer physical buttons during faster sections. The bright 16-bit presentation and recognisable soundtrack keep the experience close to its SEGA roots.

Player response

Developed by SEGA, the game has a 4.05/5 rating from more than 334,000 reviews and 50 million-plus installs. Those figures place it among the more established choices in the Action category, with a clear audience for classic console-style platforming.