Sonic XE is a browser-playable Sega Genesis ROM hack of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, developed by Team XE for the 2016 Sonic Hacking Contest. Created as an intentional parody of the broader ROM hacking scene, this 16-bit platformer features six full-length zones filled with unconventional level designs, custom palettes, and a modified soundtrack. Players can choose from three different characters to experience its quirky, subverted take on classic high-speed gameplay.
How to Play
Navigate through the altered zones, collecting rings and avoiding unusual hazards to reach the end of each act. For the original Sega Genesis controls, use the D-pad to move and press A, B, or C to jump and use character abilities. In the browser, these map to the arrow keys for movement, with Z, X, and C for the action buttons, and Enter for Start.
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