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Sega Game Gear · Platformer
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Certified classic
| System | Sega Game Gear |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Aspect |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Sonic |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a platformer released in 1992 for the Sega Game Gear, developed by Aspect and published by SEGA.
It came out in the Game Gear's second year on the market. Other notable Game Gear releases from 1992 include Streets of Rage, Defenders of Oasis and Phantasy Star Adventure. Among the 87 Game Gear platformers in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic series; on the Game Gear you can also try Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic Chaos and Sonic the Hedgehog: Triple Trouble. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic the Hedgehog (Genesis) and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Genesis). Aspect also made Legend of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse, Deep Duck Trouble Starring Donald Duck and Ax Battler: A Legend of Golden Axe for the Game Gear.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the Game Gear's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cheats & codes
50 codes on file (Game Genie, Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 009-04F-3BE |
|---|---|
| Invincible After 1 Ring (Except On Act 3) | A78-92C-19E |
| Each Ring Worth 2 Points | 026-5ED-E6E |
| Each Ring Worth 3 Points | 036-5ED-E6E |
| Each Ring Worth 4 Points | 046-5ED-E6E |
| Each Ring Worth 5 Points | 056-5ED-E6E |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 2 FAQ
When did Sonic the Hedgehog 2 come out on the Game Gear?
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was released for the Sega Game Gear in 1992.
Who made Sonic the Hedgehog 2?
It was developed by Aspect and published by SEGA.
Is Sonic the Hedgehog 2 multiplayer?
No. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a single-player game.
How long does Sonic the Hedgehog 2 take to play?
As a platformer, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sonic the Hedgehog 2 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.