SummaryShadow the Hedgehog is back and teaming up with Classic and Modern Sonic in Sonic X Shadow Generations, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences! Play as Shadow the Hedgehog in a brand-new story campaign, and tackle iconic 2D and 3D stages as Classic and Modern Sonic in a newly remastered version of Sonic Generations.
Rated E +10for Everyone +10
Developer:Sonic Team
Sonic x Shadow Generations
Released On:
Oct 25, 2024
Metascore
Generally Favorable
80
User score
Generally Favorable
8.8
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
80
86% Positive
67 Reviews
67 Reviews
14% Mixed
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Nov 8, 2024
92
Bringing the best of past Sonic games into the modern gaming world with familiar yet fresh and striking levels.
Oct 21, 2024
90
Even in a post-Astro Bot world, Sonic X Shadow Generations serves as an epic reminder of how untouchable both Sonic and Sega can be when they're firing on all cylinders, and its treasure trove of content and top-notch presentation make it an easy recommendation, regardless of it not being a blemish-free experience.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.8
89% Positive
1077 Ratings
1077 Ratings
6% Mixed
67 Ratings
67 Ratings
6% Negative
67 Ratings
67 Ratings
Aug 18, 2026
10
It looks better on PS5 and it's the greatest remake of an Xbox 360 Classic Sonic Game from 2011. Great game 10/10
Jun 24, 2026
10
An incredible love letter to one of the coolest Sonic characters of all time. Shadow Generations is a new addition to the storyline that interludes with Sonic Generations, which is included in the two pack as Sonic x Shadow Generations. There is a reason why Shadow Generations exists and there’s a proper reason why Sonic Generations is preserved to modern technology. Shadow Generations is deceptively fantastic from start to finish. The execution, the level design, the boss fights, the soundtrack as always as a Sonic tradition, the hub world in between the levels themselves, this is a breath of fresh air and gives Shadow the Hedgehog finally a game that absolutely respects why he is that beloved for a reason. Sonic Generations was already a classic from top to bottom, but Shadow Generations takes it to a whole new level and makes this the definitive example in how to deliver within a 3D Sonic game. For all of those reasons, Shadow Generations is definitely a masterpiece in everything sense of the word. If you are deep into the Sonic franchise like I am, then SEGA absolutely delivered with this in a way that is possible with a 3D Sonic game. Easily a 10 out of 10. Just a blast.
Oct 21, 2024
85
Sonic X Shadow Generations delivers two fantastic games for the price of one, capturing the best elements of the Dreamcast era.
Oct 22, 2024
80
By offering this formula of two games in one, SEGA offers a great locomotive for the third film which will be released next December. True to itself, the excellent Sonic Generations has lost none of its brilliance, even if the new features are too light to be sufficiently striking in the minds. What Chao to find in the levels, rare new bonuses... we could have expected much more from a remaster. Fortunately, the part dedicated to Shadow is intended to be more ambitious, with a mini open world to explore and powers that boost the experience for several additional hours of play. Without being revolutionary, Sonic x Shadow Generations is a very good game, but which will, inevitably, have more impact on those who have never touched the original.
Oct 21, 2024
80
Sonic X Shadow Generations is a great combination of 2 games in 1 which packs a pretty fun overall experience at a great price.
Oct 21, 2024
77
Overall, Sonic X Shadow Generations is a game that offers two distinct experiences. On the one hand, Shadow's campaign brings something new and exciting to the table, with never-before-seen abilities and a darker, more strategic approach. On the other hand, the remaster of Sonic Generations does its job of reviving nostalgia, albeit without too many surprises.
Oct 21, 2024
60
At its core, this is still Sonic Generations, so I can’t say I had a bad time playing it, and if you’ve never played it before then I’d absolutely recommend picking this up. However, if you already own Sonic Generations – which I’m willing to bet most people interested in this game do – then I certainly wouldn’t be willing to pay $50 for a handful of new levels that are okay at best.
May 17, 2026
10
This game is amazing from start to finish. Sonic’s,shadow’s and Classic Sonic’s gameplays are all amazing mixed with great level design,amazing bosses and soundtrack. The remakes of old levels are extremely good and i think this game deserves a 10.
Jun 8, 2025
7
Sonic x Shadow Generations Rating 7.8 -----------------------------------------------------------------
Story/Lore: 7.3
Art Direction/World/Atmosphere: 7.0
OST/Score: 9.0 Characters/Depth: 7.0
Gameplay: 8.7
Jun 28, 2026
7
In questo pack sono compresi due giochi: Sonic Genrations e Shadow Generations, entrambi platform che alternano azione in 2D e in 3D. Il primo è un titolo simpatico, poco impegnativo e anche abbastanza breve da portare a termine, che punta ad allungare la longevità con sfide opzionali che ripercorrono livelli spesso già superati. Discorso simile per il gioco dedicato a Shadow, che però è più moderno e godibile. Longevità sempre abbastanza bassa e livello di difficoltà abbastanza concessiva. Spesso con la semplice pressione di un tasto si avviano sequenze di platforming scriptate, belle ma automatiche. Nel complesso questo doppio titolo risulta essere godibile se appassionati del genere, ma più spettacolare da vedere che da giocare.
Jul 22, 2026
4
Like every Sonic games, what I'm doing pressing the buttons of my controller ? The feeling that the game plays itself
Jan 19, 2025
4
I’m more a fan of the old school Sonic’s and despite attempting to combine them this game is not very fun. The controls are awed and modern sonic you always come to screeching halt. Old school sonic is the worse as it plays nothing like yo old school sonic momentum. So the first three levels are decent but then rest of the game drags and I could care less about the story.a lot of the “challenges” are pretty dumb (hitting an eight note tennis match with vector what the hell is this?) and not fun. As for the shadow part, I played two levels and that’s it. Overall, this is not the comebackI keep hearing of. Sonic mania would be that sega should take bite and at this point between this and the abysmal sonic frontiers, I pretty much can assume sega will never get this right.
Platforms:
- PlayStation 5
- PlayStation 4
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox Series X
- PC
- Xbox One
- Nintendo Switch 2
Initial Release Date:Oct 25, 2024
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