We are here to present the definitive ranking of every Sonic video game, including 2D and 3D installments. If we haven't rated your favorites yet, list them in the comments!

Sonic Rush Adventure provides an exhilarating experience with its emphasis on speed, various gadgets, and racing contraptions. The introduction of new elements such as water vehicles and unique mechanics adds excitement to the game. | © Sega
Sonic Advance 3 brings the innovative tag-team mechanic that allows you to team up with friends and choose a unique way to tackle the game’s expansive levels. Additionally, it has colorful visuals and creative stage design with a return of fan-favorite characters like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and Cream. | © Sega
Sonic Advance 2 is a very click game with solid controls, incredibly fluid animations, and expansive level design that adds more excitement to this experience. The game also provides endless replayability thanks to the wide range of playable characters and unlockable features. | © Sega
Sonic Origins is the best and easiest way to experience four classic Sonic video games: Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic CD, Sonic 2, and Sonic 3 & Knuckles. The game includes quality-of-life improvements to make the experience more modern and user-friendly. | © Sega
Sonic Advance is one of the most consistent Sonic experiences that delivers a classic 2D experience with a fresh twist. The sharp, colorful visuals and fast-paced gameplay feel like a natural continuation of the original Sonic games. | © Sega
Sonic Rush is one of the best 2D experiences that introduced one of the coolest Sonic characters, super fun replayable levels, and an exciting layer of speed. It stands out as one of the most exhilarating experiences, with a high-energy soundtrack by Hideki Naganuma. | © Sega
Sonic Generations perfectly mixes nostalgia and innovation, offering 2 unique gameplay styles: classic 2D for old-school gamers and 3D for fans of modern speed. Revisiting iconic levels such as Green Hill Zone and City Escape with updated graphics and mechanics makes every stage feel both fresh and familiar. | © Sega
Sonic Colors still feels like a breath of fresh air to the Sonic franchise thanks to the vibrant world, creative level design, and introduction of Wisps. It avoids the pitfalls of other Sonic titles and offers a fun, visually stunning experience. | © Sega
Adventure 2 is a fast-moving, exciting, non-stop Sonic experience with brilliant graphics and sound effects. Technically, the game is far more polished than its predecessors, but it still evokes a feeling of nostalgia from playing levels, cutscenes, and Chao Gardens. | © Sega
Sonic Mania excels in two key areas: physics and level design. Its physics are incredibly smooth and enjoyable to play; the game runs with 60 FPS, and the game surpasses classic games in this regard. The level design complements the physics, allowing for fast-paced action in some zones and slower, more exploratory gameplay in others. | © Sega
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has everything that made its predecessors great and cranks it up. Levels are beautifully designed with more varied environments and interactive elements, giving players a sense of progression and depth. The game also added save files, which helped to tackle long levels. | © Sega
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 made Sonic one of the fan-favorite series by introducing new features both to the gameplay and the narrative, giving Sonic a sidekick who mirrors his adventurous spirit. With the addition of the Spin Dash, Sonic 2 revolutionizes the gameplay, making it smoother and faster while solidifying the mechanic as a series staple. | © Sega
We are here to present the definitive ranking of every Sonic video game, including 2D and 3D installments. If we haven't rated your favorites yet, list them in the comments!
We are here to present the definitive ranking of every Sonic video game, including 2D and 3D installments. If we haven't rated your favorites yet, list them in the comments!