There's something about the original Sonic that makes it so comforting to play through. It's probably a combination of the beautiful graphics, catchy soundtrack, and the relatively low-stakes feeling of the game. Combined with save states from the Switch version, this makes it a joy to play, despite some annoying levels.

Minus the special stages, this game is just a blast, especially after you've beat it multiple times and know what's coming. It's just a relaxing experience which I recommend everyone try.

Note: Don't expect to go fast in levels.