The review embargo for Sonic Frontiers was officially lifted, and the reception has been strongly divided, with some critics noting that the game establishes a strong basis for the Sonic series in 3D and others calling it a shambles. However, the majority of reviews agree that navigating the vast areas as Sonic is actually enjoyable. Players should be aware that Sonic Frontiers for the Nintendo Switch was not provided for review by SEGA or Sonic Team. Sonic Frontiers for the PlayStation 5 was sent to reviewers.
John Linneman of Digital Foundry provided the following response to a question from a fan on the Nintendo Switch version’s functionality.
Regarding the Nintendo Switch version any spoilers? Okay to buy?
“Uh, let’s just say, please take into account your alternative options if you have them. You can still have fun even if you have just a Switch, I believe…sort of.
About Sonic Frontiers
Sonic the Hedgehog’s next high-speed adventure sees worlds collide! Sonic finds stuck on an ancient island populated with strange monsters while searching for the lost Chaos emeralds. As you explore a stunning realm of action, adventure, and intrigue, you will face swarms of formidable foes. As you race through the five huge Starfall Islands, you will reach unprecedented heights and experience the thrill of high-velocity, open-zone platforming freedom. Enter the world of adventure, wield the might of the Ancients, and struggle to defeat these new and intriguing opponents. Welcome to the Sonic game evolution!
Experience All-New Open Zone Platforming
Race over five gigantic overworld islands teeming with thick forests, cascading waterfalls, and scorching desert environments, each with its own set of action-platforming challenges and hidden treasures to discover.
Unrivaled High-Speed Freedom
Travel around the Starfall Islands, discovering what each has to offer at the speed that only Sonic can provide. Create your own path and uncover side missions, solve puzzles, climb massive buildings, go fishing, and meet a friendly person or two along the way…
Test Yourself in Cyberspace
Discover portals placed across the island and journey into Cyber Space levels with distinctive 3D platforming at Sonic speeds, filled with obstacles to put your abilities to the test.
