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Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Nintendo DS · Platformer / Adventure
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Certified classic Co-op
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer, Adventure |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 8 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is a platformer released for the Nintendo DS, developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega. This DS release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1992. It blends platformer and adventure elements.
Among the 55 DS platformers in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
It is part of the Sonic the Hedgehog series; on the DS you can also try Sonic Rush, Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood and Sonic Rush Adventure. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic R (Saturn) and Sonic Jam (Saturn). Sonic Team also made Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, Feel the Magic: XY/XX and Puyo Puyo 7 for the DS.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
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 a game to beat together with a friend
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
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 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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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 the Hedgehog 2 FAQ
Who made Sonic the Hedgehog 2?
It was developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.
Is Sonic the Hedgehog 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
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.