Sonic Heroes

ソニックヒーローズ

A three‑dimensional platforming adventure that unites multiple heroes into shifting teams, blending speed and spectacle with cooperative mechanics, and exploring themes of unity, rivalry, and the strength of collaboration.

Description

Sonic Heroes was the first original Sonic title post-Sega consoles, after prior ports of Sonic Adventure 2. The game introduces a tri-character system where players switch between Speed, Power, and Flight roles to navigate levels and combat enemies. This mechanic allows for varied traversal and puzzle-solving, marking a departure from the solo-character focus of earlier entries.

The game was designed to unify characters from across the Sonic franchise, including Team Chaotix and the return of Metal Sonic, positioning it as both a celebratory ensemble and a mechanical experiment. Its multi-platform release and emphasis on cooperative dynamics reflect Sega’s broader strategy post-Dreamcast, aiming to re-establish Sonic as a cross-platform flagship while exploring new structural formats within the series.

Datasheet

Item Name
  • Sonic Heroes
Original Name
  • ソニックヒーローズ
Item Code
  • DOL-G9SJ-JPN
Item Number
  • 4974365870225
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Peripherals
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Middleware
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Launch Price
  • JP¥6,980
Release Date
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  • 16 January 2004