Sonic Superstars

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Sonic Superstars

Sonic Team / SEGA (with Arzest)

Nintendo Switch; PlayStation 4; PlayStation 5; Xbox One; Xbox Series X/S; Windows (Steam, Epic Games Store)Paid (full-price purchase) with optional DLC / in-game purchases

Health Score

MIXED

Official Website

About This Game

A modern 2D-style Sonic platformer with fast-paced, colorful levels where players race, jump, and use new Emerald powers to solve platforming challenges. Playable solo or with up to three friends locally (campaign) and featuring a separate online Battle Mode for short competitive matches. Tone is lighthearted and family-friendly with cartoony, non-graphic combat.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

0/5

Creativity

2/5

Pro-Social

3/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

2/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

2/5

Social Risk

2/5

Content Intensity

1/5

Negatives

•Contains optional paid DLC and cosmetic add-ons (in-game purchases)
•Online Battle Mode introduces limited online matchmaking and exposure to strangers
•Some boss fights and multiplayer balancing can be frustrating for younger players.

Positives

•Fast-paced
•approachable platforming that appeals to kids
•Local 4-player drop-in/drop-out co-op encourages teamwork and social play
•Low-intensity
•cartoony presentation (suitable for younger audiences).

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Official Ratings

ESRB

Mild Fantasy Violence

In-Game Purchases; Online play (Battle Mode) optional

PEGI

Very mild violenceIn-Game Purchases

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not recommended for independent play—game speed and precision platforming are likely too demanding. Good for watching or for adults to play together with the child (assist with controls).

ℹ️Ages 6-8

May be appropriate with adult supervision or when played in local co-op with older players. Controls and quick movement can be challenging; monitor any DLC purchases.

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Generally appropriate and enjoyable—encourages cooperative play. Remind players about optional purchases and limit/monitor online Battle Mode interactions.

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Appropriate; teens can enjoy solo, co-op, and competitive modes. Recommend discussing in-game purchases and online etiquette before playing online.

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Appropriate for independent play; treat like other mainstream family-friendly action platformers. Monitor spending and online behavior as needed.