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Nintendo DS · Action / Platformer
Sonic Rush
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Action, Platformer |
| Developer | Dimps |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 20 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2005, Sonic Rush is an action game developed by Dimps and published by Sega. It blends action and platformer elements.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Mario 64 DS. Among the 116 DS action games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic the Hedgehog series; on the DS you can also try Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood, Sonic Rush Adventure and Sonic the Hedgehog. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic R (Saturn) and Sonic Jam (Saturn). Dimps also made Crash Boom Bang!, Tales of the Tempest and Draglade for the DS.
Sonic Rush is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sonic Rush is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Sonic Rush cheats & codes
66 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Max/Infinite Lives | 222C45A4
00000009 |
|---|---|
| Max/Infinite Time | 122C4580
00000000 |
| Get Rings From Anywhere | 0235BF98
E1A00000 |
| Max/Infinite Lives | 222C468E
00000063 |
| Have All Chaos Emeralds | 222C468F
0000007F |
| Unlock All Levels | 122C468C
0000001A |
Sonic Rush walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Sonic Rush FAQ
When did Sonic Rush come out on the DS?
Sonic Rush was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made Sonic Rush?
It was developed by Dimps and published by Sega.
Is Sonic Rush multiplayer?
No. Sonic Rush is a single-player game.
How long does Sonic Rush take to play?
As an action game, Sonic Rush 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 Rush 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.