Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Sonic Generations (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Sonic Generations on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like Sonic Generations on a map
Compare the whole catalogueThe same 24 games, plotted rather than listed. The two axes below are the ones the ranking is built from, so a game sitting high and right is a game the formula placed near the top. Change either axis to see the field a different way. Where we hold a publisher wordmark, the game is drawn as its mark rather than a dot.
24 games have both
Axes are fitted to these 24 games rather than the full 0 to 100 scale, because a filtered list shares a narrow band and would otherwise sit in one corner. End values are marked. A point on the left edge is the lowest of thesegames, not a low score.
Players. The share of Steam reviews marked positive, pulled toward the catalogue average in proportion to how few reviews stand behind it. A game with 200 reviews moves a long way toward the average; one with 200,000 barely moves at all. Without this a title sitting at 100 percent on nine reviews outranks Half-Life 2 at 98 percent on 278,000.
Popularity. A blend of two things that are not the same. Audience is how many people wrote a Steam review, which is a floor on how many played it. Reach is how many language editions of Wikipedia document the game, which is cultural footprint rather than sales. A game can score high on one and low on the other: a huge free-to-play title has audience without reach, and a landmark console exclusive has reach without a Steam audience at all. Where both exist they are averaged; where only one does, that one carries it.
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The short version
- Closest match: Sonic Generations Collection, which shares 17 player tags including Platformer, Great Soundtrack and Fast-Paced.
- Sonic Generations is tagged Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer, Singleplayer, 2D, Moddable by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
- 5 are from the same studio: Sonic Lost World, Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Forces, Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I, Sonic Frontiers.
Why players value Sonic Generations
The five things Steam players tag Sonic Generations with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Platformer
- Great Soundtrack
- Action
- Fast-Paced
- 3D Platformer
| Reception | on Steam (94% of 25,507) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes, will not launch or install |
| Price | Not listed |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
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Sonic Generations Collection
Why it matched: shares 17 player tags including Platformer, Great Soundtrack and Fast-Paced; released around the same time (2011).
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
Sonic Generations Collection at a glance Released 2011 Studio Devil's Details Player sentiment 94% positive of 25,507 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (94% of 25,507)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:PlatformerGreat SoundtrackFast-Paced3D Platformer2DModdableFamily FriendlyClassic
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Sonic Lost World
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sonic Team; shares 10 player tags including Platformer, 3D Platformer and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2013).
When the Deadly Six threaten to destroy his world, Sonic’s new moves & power-ups are the only way to defeat them before it’s too late!
Sonic Lost World at a glance Released 2013 Studio Sonic Team Player sentiment 62% positive of 5,595 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.4/10 · Steam: (62% of 5,595)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Adventure, Platformer, 3D Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Platformer3D PlatformerGreat SoundtrackFast-PacedColorfulFamily FriendlyThird PersonController
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Sonic Adventure 2
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sonic Team; shares 10 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer and Platformer.
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
Sonic Adventure 2 at a glance Released 2001 Studio Sonic Team Player sentiment 89% positive of 28,482 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (89% of 28,482)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Action, Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer, Platformer, Fast-Paced — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great Soundtrack3D PlatformerPlatformerFast-PacedClassicReplay ValueThird PersonRetro
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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Why it matched: shares 10 player tags including 3D Platformer, Platformer and Classic.
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory!
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy at a glance Released 2018 Studio Vicarious Visions Player sentiment 92% positive of 22,128 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (92% of 22,128)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Remake, Platformer, Classic, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:3D PlatformerPlatformerClassicGreat SoundtrackFunnyColorfulControllerFamily Friendly
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Sonic Forces
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sonic Team; shares 8 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer and Fast-Paced.
The fate of Sonic the Hedgehog’s world is in your hands – Join the Uprising.
Sonic Forces at a glance Released 2017 Studio Sonic Team Player sentiment 59% positive of 8,645 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.5/10 · Steam: (59% of 8,645)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer, Character Customization, Adventure, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great Soundtrack3D PlatformerFast-PacedPlatformerColorful2DFamily FriendlyFunny
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sonic Team; shares 7 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Colorful; released around the same time (2010).
The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I at a glance Released 2010 Studio Sonic Team Player sentiment 40% positive of 3,874 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.1/10 · Steam: (40% of 3,874)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Action, Adventure, Colorful — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Platformer2DColorfulFast-PacedFamily FriendlyGreat SoundtrackRetro
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Sonic Frontiers
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Sonic Team; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer and Fast-Paced.
Sonic Frontiers is a groundbreaking open-zone action-adventure game set on the ancient Starfall Islands. Join Sonic as he battles hordes of powerful enemies with an all-new combat system, explores the mysteries of the islands, and saves his friends!
Sonic Frontiers at a glance Released 2022 Studio Sonic Team Player sentiment 89% positive of 28,386 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (89% of 28,386)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, Open World, Adventure, 3D Platformer, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great Soundtrack3D PlatformerFast-Paced3DThird PersonPlatformerColorful
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Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time
Why it matched: shares 9 player tags including 3D Platformer, Platformer and 3D.
It’s About Time - the critically-acclaimed Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It's About Time is now on Steam!
Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time at a glance Released 2020 Studio Toys for Bob Player sentiment 86% positive of 4,079 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (86% of 4,079)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Action, 3D Platformer, Platformer, Difficult, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:3D PlatformerPlatformer3DThird PersonColorfulFamily FriendlyGreat SoundtrackFunny
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Super Meat Boy
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2010).
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Super Meat Boy at a glance Released 2010 Studio Team Meat Player sentiment 94% positive of 39,100 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 39,100)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Platformer, Difficult, Indie, 2D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Platformer2DGreat SoundtrackFast-PacedRetroControllerFunnyReplay Value
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Jet Set Radio
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Classic and 3D Platformer; released around the same time (2012).
Tag, grind, and trick to the beat in SEGA’s hit game Jet Set Radio!
Jet Set Radio at a glance Released 2012 Studio Blit Software Player sentiment 87% positive of 8,319 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (87% of 8,319)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, Classic, Action, 3D Platformer, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great SoundtrackClassic3D PlatformerColorfulPlatformerThird PersonControllerRetro
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Sonic Mania
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 2D and Platformer.
Experience the ultimate celebration of past and future in Sonic Mania, an all-new 2D Sonic adventure running at a crisp 60FPS with stunning HD retro-style graphics.
Sonic Mania at a glance Released 2017 Studio Christian Whitehead Player sentiment 94% positive of 28,802 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (94% of 28,802)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D, Platformer, Retro, Classic — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great Soundtrack2DPlatformerRetroClassicFast-PacedColorfulFamily Friendly
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Spyro Reignited Trilogy
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including 3D Platformer, Family Friendly and Classic.
Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy at a glance Released 2019 Studio Toys for Bob Player sentiment 94% positive of 22,302 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (94% of 22,302)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Adventure, Remake, Dragons, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:3D PlatformerFamily FriendlyClassicPlatformerColorfulGreat SoundtrackThird PersonFunny
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Glover
Why it matched: shares 8 player tags including 3D Platformer, Platformer and 3D.
Glover is a puzzle-intensive adventure game made up of 6 worlds with 30 different levels. You control a charismatic glove that walks on two fingers, slaps harder than Steve Austin, dribbles faster than Scottie Pippen, and plays with a bouncy rubber ball.
Glover at a glance Released 1998 Studio Blitz Games Player sentiment 59% positive of 266 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.4/10 · Steam: (59% of 266)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Action, Precision Platformer, Platformer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, audio and subtitles, crashes and freezes, visual glitches (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:3D PlatformerPlatformer3DControllerColorfulFamily FriendlyClassicRetro
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Rayman Origins
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2011).
Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!
Rayman Origins at a glance Released 2011 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,195 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (94% of 6,195)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Local Co-Op, Adventure, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Platformer2DGreat SoundtrackColorfulFunnyControllerFamily Friendly
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Rayman Legends
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Great Soundtrack and 2D; released around the same time (2013).
Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...
Rayman Legends at a glance Released 2013 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 90% positive of 12,323 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (90% of 12,323)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Platformer, Adventure, Local Co-Op, Action, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:PlatformerGreat Soundtrack2DControllerFunnyFamily FriendlyFast-Paced
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Super Crate Box
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Retro; released around the same time (2012).
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Super Crate Box at a glance Released 2012 Studio Vlambeer Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,444 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (89% of 6,444)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Free to Play, Indie, Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Platformer2DRetroFast-PacedControllerGreat SoundtrackFamily Friendly
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Pizza Tower
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Fast-Paced and Platformer.
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Pizza Tower at a glance Released 2023 Studio Tour De Pizza Player sentiment 98% positive of 72,574 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (98% of 72,574)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D Platformer, Fast-Paced, Indie, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great SoundtrackFast-PacedPlatformerFunny2DColorfulRetro
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Psychonauts
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Funny and Third Person.
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.
Psychonauts at a glance Released 2005 Studio Budcat Creations Player sentiment 95% positive of 19,243 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (95% of 19,243)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Platformer, Comedy, Adventure, Cult Classic, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:PlatformerFunnyThird Person3D PlatformerClassicGreat Soundtrack3D
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Metal Slug
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including 2D, Retro and Classic.
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Metal Slug at a glance Released 1996 Studio Nazca Corporation Player sentiment 89% positive of 5,258 Price $7.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: (89% of 5,258)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced
Why players like it: Action, Arcade, 2D, Shoot 'Em Up, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, controller and input, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:2DRetroClassicPlatformerFunnyFast-PacedGreat Soundtrack
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DuckTales
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic.
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
DuckTales at a glance Released 1989 Studio Capcom Player sentiment 88% positive of 7,930 Price $3.74 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (88% of 7,930)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action
Why players like it: Platformer, Adventure, Remake, Action, Retro — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Sonic Generations:PlatformerRetroClassicGreat Soundtrack2DFamily FriendlyController
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Persona 5 Strikers
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Third Person and 3D.
Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!
Persona 5 Strikers at a glance Released 2021 Studio ATLUS Player sentiment 87% positive of 18,230 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (87% of 18,230)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 3 of 5 — Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: Anime, Hack and Slash, JRPG, Great Soundtrack, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great SoundtrackThird Person3DColorful3D PlatformerFunny2D
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Yooka-Laylee
Why it matched: shares 7 player tags including 3D Platformer, Platformer and Colorful.
Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!
Yooka-Laylee at a glance Released 2017 Studio Playtonic Games Player sentiment 75% positive of 5,397 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (75% of 5,397)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, 3D Platformer
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure, Kickstarter, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:3D PlatformerPlatformerColorfulFamily FriendlyGreat SoundtrackFunnyRetro
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Scribblenauts Unlimited
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Family Friendly, 2D and Funny; released around the same time (2012).
The best-selling, award-winning franchise is back – on your home PC in gorgeous HD for the first time.
Scribblenauts Unlimited at a glance Released 2012 Studio 5th Cell Media Player sentiment 94% positive of 12,381 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (94% of 12,381)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 2 of 5 — Platformer, Action
Why players like it: Puzzle, Casual, Adventure, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Family Friendly2DFunnyModdablePlatformerReplay Value
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Geometry Dash
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 2D and Colorful; released around the same time (2013).
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
Geometry Dash at a glance Released 2013 Studio RobTop Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 637,714 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (93% of 637,714)
Matches Sonic Generations on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action
Why players like it: Difficult, Music, Level Editor, Great Soundtrack, Precision Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Sonic Generations:Great Soundtrack2DColorfulPlatformerFamily FriendlyFunny
Common questions
What game is most like Sonic Generations?
Sonic Generations Collection, on the evidence we have. It shares 17 player tags including Platformer, Great Soundtrack and Fast-Paced. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to Sonic Generations" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with Sonic Generations. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
What else did the makers of Sonic Generations do?
Sonic Lost World, Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Forces, Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I, Sonic Frontiers are also from Sonic Team, and appear in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.