Tetris Classic
Sega Genesis / Mega Drive · Puzzle
Sonic Eraser
Certified classic
| System | Sega Genesis / Mega Drive |
|---|---|
| Released | 1991 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | SEGA |
| Publisher | SEGA |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Sonic |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 10 |
Sonic Eraser is a puzzle game released in 1991 for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive, developed by SEGA.
It landed about 2 years into the Genesis's life. Other notable Genesis releases from 1991 include Sonic the Hedgehog, Streets of Rage and Shining in the Darkness. Among the 25 Genesis puzzle games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic series; on the Genesis you can also try Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic Advance (GBA) and Sonic the Hedgehog (Master System). SEGA also made Tetris, Golden Axe and Streets of Rage for the Genesis.
Sonic Eraser supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Genesis's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Sonic Eraser is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Sonic Eraser walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sonic Eraser.
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Playing Genesis games today
Genesis games are fast and immediate, and many are made for two players. Official collections and Nintendo Switch Online carry a big slice of the library, and Rec0m88 can run your own Genesis backups with online netplay.
Sonic Eraser FAQ
When did Sonic Eraser come out on the Genesis?
Sonic Eraser was released for the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive in 1991.
Who made Sonic Eraser?
It was developed by SEGA.
Is Sonic Eraser multiplayer?
Yes. Sonic Eraser supports up to 2 players.
How long does Sonic Eraser take to play?
As a puzzle game, Sonic Eraser typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sonic Eraser 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.