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Games like Sonic Colors

2010USK 6

A fast, bright 2D/3D Sonic adventure set in a space amusement park, where Sonic uses Wisp color powers to foil Dr. Eggman's schemes. Speedy levels, accessible design and a cheerful tone make it one of the best-liked modern Sonic games.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Strong soundtrack
  • Sci-fi setting
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

In short: Games like Sonic Colors

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Sonic Colors special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Crash Bandicoot: Warped

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1998USK 6PlayStation

Brings what grabs you about Sonic Colors: jumping and platforming, a strong soundtrack as well as combat with precise timing.

The third Crash outing sends Crash and Coco hopping through time, from ancient Egypt to medieval castles to the future, mixing tight platforming with jet-ski, motorbike and flying stages. Slapstick charm, unlockable powers and gem and relic time trials give it lasting replay value.

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Ape Escape

Lots of humour

A classic 3D platformer where you chase escaped apes across different time periods using gadgets like a net and radar. Its dual analog stick controls were groundbreaking and give the game a lot of charm.

Sonic Adventure 2

Sci-fi setting

A fast-paced 3D platformer where you alternate between hero and dark-side characters, mixing high-speed runs, mech shooting sections and treasure hunting. Known for its dual good-versus-evil story campaign and iconic soundtrack.

Crash Bandicoot 2: Cortex Strikes Back

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A classic 3D platformer where Crash spins, slides and jumps through varied linear stages, smashing crates and collecting crystals for a supposedly reformed Dr. Cortex. Hidden gems, secret paths and tight timing challenges give it lasting appeal, wrapped in a colorful, slapstick cartoon style.

OlliOlli World

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A stylish skateboarding action-platformer where you grind and chain tricks through the colorful world of Radlandia. Precise timing and flowing combos meet quirky humor and a playful look.

Astro Bot: Rescue Mission

Lavish presentation

A charming PS VR platformer where you guide the robot Astro through inventive levels to rescue lost bots. Your head acts as the camera, making jumps and discoveries feel remarkably immediate.

Penny's Big Breakaway

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

You play as Penny, swinging, rolling and dashing through fast 3D levels with a living yo-yo as your tool, chaining tricks into fluid combos. The loud, colorful, quirky style and momentum-driven movement give it a distinct identity among platformers.

Astro's Playroom

Lavish presentation

A charming, polished 3D platformer that turns the DualSense controller's haptics and triggers into playful mechanics, packed with collectible nods to PlayStation history.

Sonic Generations

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A high-speed anniversary platformer where classic 2D Sonic and modern 3D Sonic team up to replay reimagined iconic stages from two decades of the series. Blistering speed, remixed music and heavy nostalgia define the experience.

Bomb Rush Cyberfunk

Sci-fi setting

A stylish skate, inline and BMX platformer set in a cel-shaded city full of graffiti, crews and a funky soundtrack. Fluid movement and exploring the city take center stage, in the spirit of Jet Set Radio.

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