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Sonic the Hedgehog CD

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Sonic CD, also known as Sonic the Hedgehog CD, is a 1993 platform game developed and published by Sega for the Sega CD. As Sonic the Hedgehog, the player attempts to protect an extraterrestrial body, Little Planet, from Doctor Robotnik. Like other Sonic games, Sonic runs through themed levels while collecting rings and defeating robots. Sonic CD introduces time travel as a game mechanic. By traveling through time, players can access different versions of stages, featuring alternative layouts, music, and graphics. Sonic CD introduced the characters Amy Rose and Metal Sonic.

Summary from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA, read 5 September 2026.

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Released
1993
Developer
Sonic Team
Platforms
9 systems
Critics
Not scored
Steam Deck
Unknown
Download
Not stated
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Catalogue facts
First released23 September 1993
DeveloperSonic Team
PublisherSoftKey
PlatformsNintendo GameCube, iOS, Android, iPad, Android Tablet, PlayStation Portable, PC, PlayStation 2, Steam Deck
Genresplatformer

Source. Catalogue facts from Wikidata Q579708, seeded 30 August 2026.

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Year
48ahead of 6% of the catalogue
Reach
50ahead of 88% of the catalogue

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Common questions about Sonic the Hedgehog CD

What platforms is Sonic the Hedgehog CD on?

Sonic the Hedgehog CD is available on Nintendo GameCube, iOS, Android, iPad, Android Tablet, PlayStation Portable, PC, PlayStation 2, Steam Deck. It first released in 1993.

Who made Sonic the Hedgehog CD?

Sonic the Hedgehog CD was developed by Sonic Team and published by SoftKey.