Peak Sonic. Peak Genesis.
Yet another sequel that improves on every single thing and adds a ton of extras. Double the amount of levels, more playable characters, absolute banger of a soundtrack, and HYPER SONIC! One of my top favourites for sure.

Compared to the first, everything's improved: the levels are more fun, the music's banging, it feels faster overall, do I even need to mention the spin dash? The bonus stages were a bit more annoying and weren't really worth avoiding hits for but normal playthroughs are still a blast.

While it's a bit slow at frequent points, and I desperately miss the spin dash, I still think Sonic 1 is pretty fun. I still prefer the sequels though.

I love everything about this game: the interesting world, funny characters, dark humour, alluring atmosphere and fun gameplay. Definitely one of my top favourites.

While I prefer Exoddus, this one is still heaps of fun and one of my childhood favourites despite its shortcomings compared to its sequel.