Sonic Blast is a 2D platformer released for the Sega Master System in Brazil in 1997. A port of the Game Gear original, this game is notable for its distinct pre-rendered 3D graphics. Players can choose to speed through five zones as either Sonic the Hedgehog or Knuckles the Echidna, each offering unique abilities to help thwart Dr. Robotnik’s plans.
How to Play
The goal is to navigate to the end of each act while collecting rings and defeating badniks. You can play as Sonic, who features a double jump, or Knuckles, who can glide and climb walls. For the Master System, use the D-pad to move, press Button 1 or Button 2 to jump, and press down to charge a spin dash. In your browser, these controls map to the arrow keys for movement and the Z or X keys for jumping.
Tips
- Take advantage of Knuckles’ ability to climb walls; it allows you to access higher, alternative routes that Sonic cannot reach, which often hide extra rings and lives.
- Look for giant rings hidden throughout the regular acts. Jumping into them transports you to 3D special stages where you must collect enough rings to earn a Chaos Emerald.
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