- Steam pricePrice
- $39.99
- Release
- October 16, 2023
- Session GoalsGoals
- Platforms
How co-op works
Up to four local players can drop into or out of the full campaign as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy. Their distinct movement skills and Chaos Emerald powers support shared traversal and boss fights; online multiplayer is limited to the separate competitive Battle Mode.
About this game
SONIC SUPERSTARS brings classic high-speed Sonic platforming to the Northstar Islands with full support for cooperative play. Up to four players can team up locally or online, choosing from Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy as they race through vibrant 2D stages filled with loops, springs, and secrets. The game balances cooperative progression with versus modes for competitive players.
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Each character offers unique abilities that encourage teamwork when tackling tricky platform sequences and boss encounters. Tails can fly, Knuckles glides and climbs, and Amy wields her hammer for combat and traversal. Emerald Powers add puzzle-solving layers that reward coordinated efforts, especially when players combine abilities to reach hidden areas or overcome environmental challenges.
Local split-screen and online multiplayer both support full campaign runs, making it easy to jump in with friends whether you share a couch or play across platforms. Sessions blend frantic speed with moments that benefit from communication, creating a cooperative Sonic experience that works for quick bursts or longer playthroughs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play the full campaign in co-op with friends?
Yes, up to four players can play through the entire campaign together, either locally via split-screen or online. You can choose from Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, and the game supports cross-platform multiplayer as well.
Does co-op require coordination or can we just race through levels?
You can mostly race through at high speed, but certain sections benefit from teamwork. Each character has unique abilities-like Tails flying or Knuckles climbing-that help reach hidden areas and solve environmental puzzles when players coordinate their moves.
Is there local couch co-op or only online multiplayer?
Both are available. You can play locally with split-screen co-op or connect with friends online. Either way supports the full campaign with up to four players.
Are there competitive modes or is it purely cooperative?
While the game focuses on cooperative campaign play, it also includes versus modes for competitive players who want to race against each other rather than work together.