Product Overview
- Product Name: Sonic the Hedgehog [Sega Classic]
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Genesis clamshell case is in good condition with moderate shelf wear. Cover artwork remains vibrant with no signs of sun fading. Instruction manual and cartridge show typical wear but are fully intact and ready to play!
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What's Included
- Genesis Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type**: OEM/Original
- Extras:
Game Description
Sonic the Hedgehog [Sega Classic] for the Sega Genesis brings back the lightning-fast platformer that redefined video game speed and helped cement Sega’s legacy. Originally released in 1991 and reissued under the Sega Classic banner, this iconic adventure stars Sonic — the blue blur himself — as he races through dazzling zones to stop Dr. Robotnik from enslaving the world’s animals in mechanical traps. With loop-de-loops, secret tunnels, and heart-racing momentum, it’s pure 16-bit energy distilled into one timeless cartridge.
Designed by Sega’s legendary Sonic Team, Sonic the Hedgehog remains a technical and artistic triumph. Its revolutionary sense of speed, fluid scrolling, and perfectly tuned physics showed off what the Genesis could do at full power. The vibrant stage design — from Green Hill Zone to Marble Zone and beyond — combines sharp visuals with an unforgettable FM-synth soundtrack, creating one of the most recognizable experiences in gaming history. Every jump, spring, and ring feels instantly iconic, a testament to Sega’s attention to gameplay precision and personality.
The Sega Classic edition is a collector’s favorite, representing Sega’s recognition of this title’s enduring impact. Whether you’re reliving the 16-bit glory days or expanding a retro library, this version captures everything that made Sonic a cultural phenomenon. For any Sega Genesis fan, Sonic the Hedgehog [Sega Classic] isn’t just another cartridge — it’s a piece of gaming history that continues to define what speed and style mean in platforming.
Gameplay Features
- Play as Sonic, Sega’s legendary mascot, in the definitive 16-bit platformer experience.
- Race through seven vibrant zones filled with rings, hazards, and secret alternate paths.
- Battle Dr. Robotnik in inventive boss fights that demand timing and precision.
- Brilliant FM-synth soundtrack composed by Masato Nakamura sets the pace for each world.
- Showcases the Sega Genesis hardware at its best with silky-smooth scrolling and vibrant colors.
- The Sega Classic edition is a prized collector variant honoring Sonic’s legacy and enduring popularity.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Sonic the Hedgehog was created by Yuji Naka, Naoto Ohshima, and Hirokazu Yasuhara as Sega’s answer to Nintendo’s platforming dominance. Its success transformed Sonic into a pop-culture icon and propelled the Genesis to the forefront of the 16-bit console wars.
The Sega Classic reissue recognized its massive success, keeping the title in circulation well into the mid-’90s. Today, collectors prize this variant for its unique box branding and historical significance as part of Sega’s effort to immortalize its greatest hits — ensuring that Sonic the Hedgehog remains as timeless as ever.
Additional Details
- Variant: Sega Classics
- Genre: Platformer
- Year Released: 1991
- Publisher: Sega
- Developer: Sega
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 010086010091
- SKU: 65233
- Format: Sega Genesis Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Sega Genesis 16-Bit System
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- **Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original Genesis cases. (See photos)
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- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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