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Sonic 3 & Knuckles
Sega Saturn · Platformer
Sonic 3 & Knuckles
Deep cut
| System | Sega Saturn |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Sonic Team |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega, Sonic 3 & Knuckles arrived on the Sega Saturn as a platformer.
Sonic Team also made Sonic Jam, Sonic X-treme and Nights into Dreams for the Saturn.
Sonic 3 & Knuckles supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the Saturn hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Sonic 3 & Knuckles 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 3 & Knuckles walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sonic 3 & Knuckles.
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Playing Saturn games today
Many of the Saturn's best games never left Japan, and original discs can be expensive. Rec0m88 lists Saturn support for players who own their games.
Sonic 3 & Knuckles FAQ
Who made Sonic 3 & Knuckles?
It was developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega.
Is Sonic 3 & Knuckles multiplayer?
Yes. Sonic 3 & Knuckles supports up to 2 players.
How long does Sonic 3 & Knuckles take to play?
As a platformer, Sonic 3 & Knuckles typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sonic 3 & Knuckles 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.