Knuckles' Chaotix 32X box art

Sega 32X · Platformer

Knuckles' Chaotix

Certified classic

SystemSega 32X
Released1995
GenrePlatformer
DeveloperSonic Team
PublisherSEGA
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesSonic
ESRBKA
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 17

Developed by Sonic Team and published by SEGA, Knuckles' Chaotix arrived on the Sega 32X in 1995 as a platformer.

It came out in the 32X's second year on the market. Other notable 32X releases from 1995 include Virtua Fighter, Blackthorne and WWF WrestleMania: The Arcade Game.

It is part of the Sonic series. The series also appears on other systems with Sonic the Hedgehog (Genesis) and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Genesis).

Knuckles' Chaotix 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 want to experience one of the 32X's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives

What playing Knuckles' Chaotix 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.

Knuckles' Chaotix gameplay screenshot on 32X
In-game screenshot (32X)

Knuckles' Chaotix cheats & codes

54 codes on file (Emulator memory codes). Here are a few Emulator memory codes codes to start with:

Raise Score SlowlyFFE008:0063
Raise Score QuicklyFFE008:0100
Lower Score QuicklyFFE008:6300
Always Have Shield (Leader)FFADB8:0001
Enable Grow (Leader)FFADC0:0005
Always Have Shield (Partner)FFAE78:0001

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Knuckles' Chaotix walkthroughs & guides

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Knuckles' Chaotix FAQ

When did Knuckles' Chaotix come out on the 32X?

Knuckles' Chaotix was released for the Sega 32X in 1995.

Who made Knuckles' Chaotix?

It was developed by Sonic Team and published by SEGA.

Is Knuckles' Chaotix multiplayer?

Yes. Knuckles' Chaotix supports up to 2 players.

How long does Knuckles' Chaotix take to play?

As a platformer, Knuckles' Chaotix 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 Knuckles' Chaotix 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.

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