Sonic Superstars release date, gameplay, trailers & more

Sonic Superstars release date, gameplay, trailers & more
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Harry Boulton

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5th Oct 2023 17:35

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Sonic is returning to his 2D platforming roots in Sonic Superstars, a new title heading to gaming platforms very soon.

We've got info about the game's release date, as well as some gameplay details, what platforms you can play it on and more. We've even included a trailer for you to watch if you want to check out the game in action. So keep reading for more on Sonic Superstars!

Sonic Superstars: Release date

Screenshot of the Sonic Superstars release window
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Sonic Superstars' official release date is October 17, 2023. Sonic fans don't have much longer to wait before the game will be in their hands.

Interestingly, that's just a few days before Super Mario Bros. Wonder comes out, which might spell bad news for SEGA's sales. Hopefully Sonic will be able to hold his own against the Nintendo icon!

Sonic Superstars: Gameplay details

Screenshot of Sonic in Sonic Superstars
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Sonic Superstars returns the famous blue echidna to the 2D realm, with more zones to explore and a lovely new coat of shiny paint. The game's visual style is quite a bit different to Sonic's last 2D outing - the retro throwback Sonic Mania - but it looks pretty nice all the same.

As always, you've gotta go fast through the level, collecting as many rings as you can and eventually reach the finish line. You'll also get new Emerald powers that let you attack in "dynamic new ways".

One big feature of Sonic Superstars is that you can team up with your friends, tackling the levels together while playing as some famous characters from the Sonic series like Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose.

Are there any Sonic Superstars trailers?

You can view the Announcement Trailer for Sonic Superstars above, which was shown at Summer Game Fest in 2023. This trailer reveals the stunning new graphics for the game, which might be the best a modern Sonic game has ever had.

The trailer details some of the levels and challenges that you'll be able to jump into, so make sure to check out the full video above if you're excited about the game and want to see more.

What platforms is Sonic Superstars releasing on?

Screenshot of Tails and Knuckles in Sonic Superstars
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Here are all of the platforms that you'll be able to play Sonic Superstars on:

  • PlayStation 5
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PC (via Epic Games Store)

That wraps up all the details we have on Sonic Superstars. We've not got long to go before release, and as a Sonic fan I'm definitely looking forward to getting my hands on the game myself.

Make sure to check out our releases page for all of the latest news and guides on your favourite upcoming games, or check out more Sonic here!

Harry Boulton
About the author
Harry Boulton
Harry is a Guides Writer at GGRecon, having completed a Masters of Research degree in Film Studies. Previously a freelance writer for PCGamesN, The Loadout, and Red Bull Gaming, he loves playing a wide variety of games from the Souls series to JRPGs, Counter-Strike, and EA FC. When not playing or writing about games and hardware, you're likely to find him watching football or listening to Madonna and Kate Bush.
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