Backwards Compatible #42 - Sonic the Hedgehog 2 [Sega Genesis]

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Lou is off this week, but my buddy Derek makes his triumphant return! Back in episode 8, we tackled Sonic the Hedgehog 1, and, well... I didn’t hold back my criticisms. But this time, we’re talking Sonic 2, and I’m happy to report there’s a lot more good than bad here. We break down what makes Sonic 2 a massive improvement—better level design, the introduction of the spin dash, and, of course, the debut of Tails. But it’s not all smooth loops and blast processing—there are still some frustrating moments (looking at you, Metropolis Zone).

Join us as we revisit one of the Sega Genesis’s finest games and decide whether Sonic 2 truly lives up to the hype!

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