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Sonic Adventure 2

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Discover the exact locations of all 16 Chao Boxes scattered throughout Sonic Adventure 2's levels. Master each stage to collect them all and unlock new content.

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Discover the exact locations of all 16 Chao Boxes scattered throughout Sonic Adventure 2's levels. Master each stage to collect them all and unlock new content.

This guide section is dedicated to locating all the Chao Boxes in Sonic Adventure 2. These boxes contain helpful items and are crucial for 100% completion.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Green Hill Zone (Sonic): The first Chao Box is located near the end of the stage, just before the goal ring.
  2. 2
    Green Hill Zone (Shadow): Similar to Sonic's run, the box is found near the end, before the goal.
  3. 3
    City Escape (Sonic): After the initial downhill chase, head towards the large fountain in the city square. The box is behind it.
  4. 4
    City Escape (Shadow): In the section where you grind on rails, look for a side path leading to a building. The box is on top of it.
  5. 5
    Radical Highway (Sonic): Partway through the stage, you'll reach a section with multiple highways. Take the highest path to find the box.
  6. 6
    Radical Highway (Shadow): After a series of jumps, you'll see a large structure with a ramp. The box is at the top.
  7. 7
    Speed Highway (Sonic): This box is located on top of one of the skyscrapers. You'll need to use boost pads to reach it.
  8. 8
    Speed Highway (Shadow): In the latter half of the stage, look for a series of platforms leading upwards. The box is on the highest one.
  9. 9
    Sky Deck (Sonic): After navigating the airplane section, you'll reach an area with rotating platforms. The box is on one of these.
  10. 10
    Sky Deck (Shadow): In the section with the moving platforms and lasers, look for a hidden alcove on the left side.
  11. 11
    Final Rush (Sonic): Near the end of the stage, after a series of boost panels, you'll find the box on a high platform.
  12. 12
    Final Rush (Shadow): This box is located on a series of small platforms just before the final sequence of the level.
  13. 13
    Prison Island (Knuckles): In the first section of the level, head towards the large prison building. The box is on the roof.
  14. 14
    Sand Ocean (Knuckles): After navigating the quicksand areas, you'll find a series of platforms leading to a higher area. The box is there.
  15. 15
    Big Foot (Rouge): In the area with the large ice structures, look for a cave entrance. The box is inside.
  16. 16
    Lost World (Rouge): After traversing the ancient ruins, you'll reach a large open area with pillars. The box is on top of one of the taller pillars.
Tips
  • Chao Boxes are often placed in hard-to-reach areas, so pay attention to alternate paths and higher platforms.
  • Some boxes require specific character abilities, like Knuckles' glide or Rouge's hover.
  • Completing levels with higher ranks can sometimes make finding these boxes easier due to better enemy placement or platform availability.
Collecting all 16 Chao Boxes unlocks the

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