Part 2

Sonic Generations Part 2 details background info, character bios including Classic and Modern Sonic, and update logs from November 2011.

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.