Sonic Generations

Background Info

Sonic Generations is the 20th Anniversary title for Sonic the Hedgehog, celebrating 20 years since his first game in 1991. Sonic has achieved global popularity across games, four animated series, a movie, and an Archie Comics book series.

Important Characters

This is a list of characters featured in Sonic Generations. The game release dates listed are the US release dates.

Sonic the Hedgehog

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega Genesis and Game Gear) on June 23rd, 1991

Bio: A blue hedgehog renowned for his superpower: speed. Sonic can run faster than the speed of sound, enjoys travel and adventures, and can curl into a ball to spin and cut through materials like metal. Despite occasional impatience, he always helps those in need and despises injustice. His sole weakness is water; he can hydroplane at high speeds but cannot swim. By collecting all 7 Chaos Emeralds or using the Master Emerald's energy, Sonic can transform into Super Sonic.

Versions of Sonic in this game:

• Classic Sonic is Sonic from the years 1991-1997. While he lacks some moves of Modern Sonic and is mute, he remains capable. Classic Sonic arrives in the White World due to Time Eater.
• Modern Sonic is the current Sonic, whose design debuted in 1999 in Sonic Adventure. After his birthday party is disrupted by Time Eater, he sets out to stop it and rescue his friends.

Doctor Eggman

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog (Sega Genesis and Game Gear) on June 23rd, 1991

Bio: A mad scientist intent on world domination. Initially, he captured animals to power robots for his army. Currently, his plan involves creating Robotnikland/Eggmanland as his operational base for world conquest. After 20 years, Sonic and his friends continue to thwart his goal.

Versions of Dr. Eggman in this game:

• Dr. Robotnik (aka Classic Eggman) is Eggman from 1991-1997. He appears on Signposts at the end of Act 1 of any stage and pilots the Death Egg Robot. He was inexplicably kidnapped by Time Eater.
• Dr. Eggman (aka Modern Eggman) is the current Dr. Robotnik, whose design (and original Japanese name) was introduced in 1999 in Sonic Adventure. His connection to Time Eater is unknown.

Tails the Fox (aka Miles Prower)

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Sega Genesis and Game Gear) on November 20, 1992

Bio: Sonic's best friend, possessing an IQ and mechanical skills rivaling Dr. Eggman's. His real name is Miles Prower, but he earned the nickname Tails due to his two tails, which he can use like a propeller for flight. For long-distance or airborne travel, Tails uses Sonic's biplane, The Tornado, which he has modified.

Versions of Tails in this game:

• Classic Tails is Tails from 1992-1997. He serves as Classic Sonic's interpreter.
• Modern Tails is the current Tails, whose design debuted in 1999 in Sonic Adventure. Modern Tails was sent into the Genesis Era by Time Eater.

Death Egg Robot

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Sega Genesis) on June 20, 1992

Bio: A colossal robot resembling Dr. Robotnik, serving as the Death Egg's final defense. The version guarding the Dreamcast Era Area appears modified and utilizes a Chaos Emerald as its power source.

Amy Rose the Hedgehog

First Game Appearance: Sonic CD Nov 19, 1993

Bio: A pink hedgehog who believes herself to be Sonic's girlfriend. Previously often a damsel in distress, she can now defend herself with her Piko Piko Hammer, conjuring multiple hammers from thin air. Her adoration for Sonic leads her to mistake other male hedgehogs for him. Amy was sent into the Genesis Era by Time Eater.

Metal Sonic

First Game Appearance: Sonic CD Nov 19, 1993

Bio: A robotic duplicate of Sonic created by Dr. Robotnik. While various robot Sonic models, starting with Silver Sonic, have existed, Dr. Eggman frequently uses the Metal Sonic model. Metal Sonic possesses all of Sonic's abilities plus his own robotic techniques. Unlike other Sonic robots, Metal Sonic repeatedly challenges Sonic after defeat.

Update Logs

11/10/11

• Corrected a few errors.
• The Skill Shop is complete.
• Found more Music and Artwork.
• Found a few more Red Star Rings for Rooftop Run Act 2 and Planet Wisp Act 2.

11/8/11

• Corrected several errors.
• Added 16 Music and 16 Artwork.

11/7/11

• Corrected several errors.
• Reorganized the Skill Customization subsection in the Controls section.
• Added a Statue Room subsection to the Collection Room section.
• Added more info on Gimmicks.
• Reorganized Special Items Section.
• Determined the order content is unlocked in after collecting Red Star Rings.
• Gained an idea of which Notes unlock which content, but reconfirmation is needed.
• Added Character Comments for Classic Tails, Modern Tails, Amy, and Knuckles.
• Located all 10 Red Star Rings for Green Hill and Chemical Plant.
• Found 9 of the Red Star Ring Locations in Sky Sanctuary.
• Found 3 of the Red Star Ring Locations for Speed Highway Act 1.
• Found a few Red Star Ring Locations for Crisis City, Rooftop Run, and Planet Wisp.
• Added 2 people to the Special Thanks Section.

11/3/11

• Guide posted online.

Knuckles the Echidna

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on June 23, 1994

Bio: A strong echidna who is the guardian of the Floating Island and the Master Emerald. After Sonic and Tails defeated Dr. Eggman a second time, the Death Egg had crashed onto the Floating Island. Dr.Eggman had tricked Knuckles into believing Sonic and Tails were after the Master Emerald and was able to fix and repair the Death Egg. Once Knuckles learned the truth, he fought alongside Sonic and Tails, destroyed the Death Egg, and regained the Master Emerald. Knuckles can glide, climb on walls, and dig tunnels. Knuckles got thrown into the Genesis Era by Time Eater.

Espio the Chameleon

First Game Appearance: Knuckles Chaotix on Apr 20, 1995

Bio: Espio is a member of Team Chaotix, a group of heroes who helped Knuckles defeat Robotnik on Carnival Island and later saved Eggman from imprisonment by Metal Sonic. Espio later learned ninjutsu and is still working with Team Chaotix. He is able to become invisible and walk on walls and ceilings, so he's able to infiltrate places undetected. He also uses shuriken and his long tongue to attack enemies. Espio is more levelheaded than Vector and Charmy. Time Eater threw Espio into the Dreamcast Era.

Charmy the Bee

First Game Appearance: Knuckles Chaotix on Apr 20, 1995

Bio: Charmy is a member of Team Choatix, a group of heroes who helped Knuckles defeat Robotnik on Carnival Island and later saved Eggman from imprisonment by Metal Sonic. Charmy can sting enemies and teleport between special flowers. He's a little hyperactive. Time Eater threw Charmy into the Modern Era.

Vector the Crocodile

First Game Appearance: Knuckles Chaotix on Apr 20, 1995

Bio: Vector is a member of Team Chaotix, a group of heroes who helped Knuckles defeat Robotnik on Carnival Island and later saved Eggman from imprisonment by Metal Sonic. Now he is the boss of the Chaotix Detective Agency. He can crush enemies with his jaws or blow them away with music. Vector got thrown into the Modern Era by Time Eater.

Perfect Chaos

First Game Appearance: Sonic Adventure on September 9, 1999

Bio: When the Chao Guardian, Chaos, collected all 7 Chaos Emeralds, he transformed into Perfect Chaos, his strongest and fiercest form. After being defeated by Modern Super Sonic, he returned to his regular form Chaos Zero and left with Tikal to live peacefully with the Chao he protected. Somehow, Perfect Chaos has returned and guards the Modern Era Area of the White World. However, he seems to only being drawing power from 1 Chaos Emerald.

Omochao

First Game Appearance: Sonic Adventure 2 on June 18, 2001

Bio: Robotic Chao that have high IQs. They fly in to give either Sonic advice if they get stuck or when touched. One of them also runs the Skill Shop.

Shadow the Hedgehog

First Game Appearance: Sonic Adventure 2 on June 18, 2001

Bio: Created by Eggman's grandfather, Shadow is the ultimate lifeform. After saving the planet twice, he decided to join G.U.N. (Guardian Units of Nations). While he's not as fast as Sonic he has all of Sonic's moves plus Chaos powers such as Chaos Control, Chaos Spear, and Chaos Blast. While it's unknown how he ended up in the White World, it may have something to do with a Chaos Emerald, which he'll give to Sonic if Sonic can beat him in battle.

Rouge the Bat

First Game Appearance: Sonic Adventure 2 on June 18, 2001

Bio: A treasure hunter who loves jewels and will do almost anything to get them. She works as a G.U.N. agent alongside Shadow and Omega. She uses her powerful legs to take down opponents. Time Eater threw Rouge into the Dreamcast Era.

Cream the Rabbit and Cheese the Chao

First Game Appearance: Sonic Advance 2 on March 9, 2003

Bio: A young girl who lives peacefully with her mother, Vanilla the Rabbit. Sonic had saved Cream and Cheese from Eggman after searching Leaf Forest for Tails and Knuckles. Cream can use her rabbit ears to fly and send her Chao companion Cheese to attack enemies from a distance. Cheese is the only known Chao that wears a red bowtie. Time Eater threw both Cream and Cheese into the Dreamcast Era.

Blaze the Cat

First Game Appearance: Sonic Rush on November 15, 2005

Bio: A princess from another dimension, who has the power of pyrokinesis. She is also the guardian of the Sol Emeralds, her dimension's version of the Chaos Emeralds. After meeting Sonic and his friends, she learned how to open up more. Time Eater sent Blaze to the Modern Era.

Silver the Hedgehog

First Game Appearance: Sonic the Hedgehog 2006 on November 20, 2006

Bio: A psychic hedgehog with the power of telekinesis. Silver is actually from the future. He has returned to the past on several occasions to prevent events that could negatively affect his timeline. While it's unknown how he ended up in the White World, it may have something to do with a Chaos Emerald, which he'll give to Sonic if Sonic can beat him in battle.

Egg Dragoon

First Game Appearance: Sonic Adventure 2 on November 18, 2008

Bio: A robot, that's supposed to be based on a dragon and runs off of Dark Gaia energy, that Eggman designed specifically to take out Sonic. However, the prototype version was defeated by Sonic the Werehog. Now version 2.0 guards the final area of the White World and seems to be using a Chaos Emerald as a power source.

Time Eater

First Game Appearance: Sonic Generations

Bio: The entity responsible for pulling characters and eras together in Sonic Generations. It appears to be drawing power from Chaos Emeralds.

Classic Metal Sonic

Bio: A new version of Metal Sonic whose design is based on Classic Sonic. While it's unknown how he ended up in the White World, it may have something to do with a Chaos Emerald, which he may be using as a power source.

Classic Sonic Controls:

1. Move Around: Use the Left Analog stick left or right.
2. Look Up: Move the Left Analog Stick up when not moving.
3. Crouch: Move the Left Analog Stick down or press the B Button when not moving. This helps Sonic dodge enemy attacks and certain hazards.
4. Spin Jump: Press the A Button while standing or running. Classic Sonic's jump height is affected by his speed.
5. Spin Dash: Press and hold the X Button or crouch down then press and release the Jump button. The longer you hold or press the Jump button, the more momentum Sonic has.

Modern Sonic Controls:

1. Move Around: Move the Left Analog stick in the direction you want to go.
2. Crouch: Press and hold the B Button when not moving or on a rail. Use this to dodge and get under places on moving platforms.
3. Slide: Press the B Button when running. Use this to dodge while moving.
4. Spin Jump: Press the A Button while standing or running. Pressing the button lightly results in a hop without spinning, while pressing it harder results in the highest jump while spinning.
5. Homing Attack: Press the A button while in midair. In Sonic Generations, Sonic can home attack enemies, Springs, and Rails.
6. Stomp: Press the B Button while in midair. This allows Sonic to destroy boxes, enemies on the ground, and other objects. It also allows him to bounce higher on springs and Spring Poles.
7. Wall Jump: Press the A Button while holding the Analog Stick/D Pad in the same direction as soon as you touch a Wall or Wall Jump Panel. Press the Jump Button again as soon as you jump to the other wall on the opposite side, and again to reach the top. Combined with the Jump Dash/Air Boost, you can reach high areas. Sonic can Wall Jump to stop his fall, Air Boost to reach the other wall, and repeat to eventually get to safety. Watch your timing.
8. Sonic Boost: Press/Hold the X Button when the Boost Gauge has filled to move faster, destroy incoming enemies, and run on water. Pressing the Jump Button while holding the Boost Button allows Sonic to jump while keeping speed. Any rings Sonic passes will be drawn towards him.
9. Jump Dash/Air Boost: Press the X Button while in midair. This allows Sonic to move quickly in midair. When the Boost Gauge is empty, it's a Jump Dash. When the Boost Gauge is filled, it becomes an Air Dash, which is more powerful.
10. Boost Gauge: This gauge is shown on the bottom of the screen. When empty, Sonic cannot perform regular boosts or Air Boosts. To fill it up, collect Rings and destroy enemies.
11. Quick Step: While moving forward, press LB to quickly move left or RB to quickly move right.
12. Sonic Drift: Move the Analog Stick in the direction you want to drift while holding the B Button. This is extremely useful for going around corners fast.
13. Grinding/Grind Step: Move the Analog Stick to switch rails. Press A to jump without moving the Analog Stick to stay on the same rail. Hold the B Button to move faster.
14. Freestyle Tricks: Sometimes when Sonic goes off trick ramps or through Rainbow Rings, he performs tricks by pressing the Analog Stick in different directions. It stops when Sonic touches the ground or rail. Press LB and RB after a Trick to finish it. Tricks can extend the Boost Gauge past its maximum range.
15. Skydiving: Sometimes while in midair, Sonic will slowly float down. You can use the Boost Button to move faster, but he becomes harder to move.
16. Lightspeed Dash: When near Rings with auras, press the Y Button to collect them quickly. Lightspeed Dashing normally leads to shortcuts.

Skills Customization:

Both Classic and Modern Sonic can have up to 5 different Skill Sets, with each Skill Set limited to 100 Equip Points or less. There are a total of 36 different Skills.

Timeless Skills (Skills either Sonic can use):

• Power Brake: 10 Equip Points. Ability to stop on a dime, regardless of speed. This is the first skill you start with.
• Sure-Footed: 20 Equip Points. Land on your feet without taking damage. Buy from the Skill Shop.
• Safety Net: 40 Equip Points. Begin with 10 Rings.