Sonic 4™ Episode I

Name: Sonic 4™ Episode I
Price: 2.99 USD
Rating: 3.7806451 (10313 reviews)
Author: SEGA

By: SEGA

The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here!

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This app was removed from Google Play Store on 2025-06-30

Features & Capabilities

Sonic 4™ Episode I brings back the classic Sonic gameplay enhanced for modern devices. Players can enjoy beloved moves like the Sonic Spin Dash and the new Homing Attack, providing dynamic control and excitement. The game continues the story from Sonic and Knuckles™ and includes 4 unique zones with 4 acts each, alongside 7 special stages to collect Chaos Emeralds and unlock Super Sonic.

This version introduces 2 exclusive levels tailored for smartphones using the accelerometer, enriching the gameplay experience. Fans will face revamped classic boss battles against Dr. Eggman with improved mechas that escalate in intensity. Critically acclaimed by GamePro and IGN, the game stays true to the classic Sonic feel and offers a nostalgic yet fresh adventure. Sonic 4™ Episode I also supports playing on big screen TVs with MHL compatibility.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

SEGA

Downloads:

349,018

Rating:

3.78

(10,313)

Version:

1.5.0 Last updated: 2016-04-04

Creation date:

2012-01-25

Price:

2.99

Email:

he*****@segaamerica.com

URLs:

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Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2025-06-30

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Developed by:

SEGA

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sega.sonic4epi

Email:

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User Reviews

Sonic 4 Episode I for Android is appreciated by Sonic fans for its nostalgia, decent visuals, and music, but suffers from multiple issues like problematic sound effects, small and clunky controls, poor physics, and a lack of updates causing compatibility problems on modern devices. These flaws make the game feel like an outdated, poorly optimized port, though it remains a fun time-waster for some.

Pros

The game is enjoyable for die-hard Sonic fans and offers a nostalgic high-speed experience.
Visuals and graphics are decent with some improvements over console versions, especially in Sonic's character model.
The music and soundtrack are generally well-liked and considered a positive aspect.
The game is affordable and considered a decent price for mobile gaming.
Levels are designed with some unique features and boss fights add some variety.

Cons

Sound effects are problematic: missing, low-pitched, or inconsistent on modern Android devices.
Controls are small, clunky, or hard to use; D-Pad and jump buttons especially criticized.
Physics and momentum are unsatisfactory, with stiff controls and odd acceleration mechanics.
The game is outdated with no recent updates, leading to compatibility issues on newer Android versions.
Low frame rate, screen cropping, and graphical issues detract from the experience on mobile devices.

Recent reviews

Outdated Android experience. Gamepad support wonky; can move with D-Pad fine but only jump with thumbstick buttons? Audio off-pitch (noticeable on Sega boot screen). Playing on an Anbernic RG Cube but the game does at least fit and adjust well on a square 1:1 720p screen

Ra*****, 2024-11-03

Sega, if you're not going to update a game to work on newer android, don't sell it for new android... There is a myriad of issues pertaining to the quality of how the newer android versions (13+) run Sonic 4 Episode 1. Mainly, the sound effects are missing. Sound effects previously had a problem where they would sound much deeper than they should but it was better than nothing. You recently updated episode 2 but episode 1 is stuck from 8 years ago. It's a scam if you don't fix this game.