This is exactly how a classic port should be handled. Sonic The Hedgehog Classic on mobile brings back all the 16-bit nostalgia but upgrades it for modern screens with 60FPS and widescreen support. The legendary soundtrack sounds better than ever, and the inclusion of Tails and Knuckles as playable characters in the first game is a fantastic 'what if' scenario come to life.
The controls are surprisingly tight for a touchscreen, though it really shines if you connect an MFi controller. The 'Sega Forever' ads can be a bit intrusive in the free version, but as a pure gameplay experience, it’s still the same high-speed, exhilarating platformer that defined a generation. It’s a must-have for any retro gamer.
Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 5.0.3Mon Feb 16 2026
Bug fixes and refinements
The Sonic game which started it all is now available for Apple TV!
Race at lightning speeds across seven classic zones as Sonic the Hedgehog. Run and spin through loop-de-loops as you collect rings and defeat enemies on your mission to save the world from the evil Dr. Eggman.
This re-mastered version of the SEGA Genesis classic features the full “Sonic The Hedgehog” game, plus these EXCLUSIVE features:
Sonic The Hedgehog now plays in widescreen at a smooth 60FPS offering unrivalled performance and the game’s legendary soundtrack has been fully re-mastered.
NEW PLAYABLE CHARACTERS
Play as Sonic’s friends Tails & Knuckles for the first time. Use their unique abilities to fly, climb, and glide around levels offering exciting new ways to explore.
CHALLENGE YOUR FRIENDS
Challenge your friends in the new Time Attack Mode and check out how you rank with Leaderboards and Achievements.
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Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.The Sonic game that started it all is now free-to-play and optimized for mobile devices!
Race at lightning speeds across seven classic zones as Sonic the Hedgehog. Run and spin through loop-de-loops as you collect rings and defeat enemies on your mission to save the world from the evil Dr. Eggman.
Sonic the Hedgehog joins the SEGA Forever Classic Games Collection, a treasure trove of free SEGA console classics brought to life on mobile for the first time!"
FEATURES
- OPTIMIZED FOR MOBILE Sonic The Hedgehog now plays in widescreen at a smooth 60FPS offering unrivalled performance and the game’s legendary soundtrack has been fully re-mastered.
- GOTTA GO FAST - Challenge yourself with an all-new Time Attack mode!
- NEW PLAYABLE CHARACTERS Play as Sonic’s friends Tails and Knuckles for the first time. Use their unique abilities to fly, climb, and glide around levels offering exciting new ways to explore.
- CONTROLLER SUPPORT Sonic The Hedgehog offers exclusive support for the Power A Moga, Nyko, XBOX, and all HID controllers.
SEGA FOREVER FEATURES
- PLAY FREE
- LEADERBOARDS – compete with the world for high scores
- CONTROLLER SUPPORT: MFi compatible controllers
- GAMES RELEASED EVERY MONTH - Download them all!
- INCLUDES iOS 10 STICKER PACKS
RETRO REVIEWS
- "Believe the hype - this is the tidiest, smoothest and most exhilarating game you'll have ever seen." [97%] - Andy Smith, SEGA Power #22 (September 1991)
- “Difficult without being frustrating, addictive without being repetitive, and altogether a joy to play.” [925/1000] - Gary Whitta, ACE #47 (August 1991)
- "One of the best Mega Drive games I've ever played" [92%] - Rich Leadbetter, Mean Machines #10 (July 1991)
TRIVIA
- Sonic Jam contained the first release of Sonic The Hedgehog that gave Sonic his spin dash move, which returns again in this remake
- Sonic The Hedgehog was also released in arcades on SEGA's Mega-Tech and Mega Play systems
- Rabbit and armadillo characters were considered for Sonic before settling on a hedgehog design
- While "Eggman" is Dr. Robotnik's nickname in the West, he has always been known as "Eggman" in Japan
CLASSIC GAME FACTS
- First released in the US on June 23rd, 1991
- It took Yuji Naka almost a year to finish designing Green Hill Zone Act 1
- Spring Yard Zone and Scrap Brain Zone were originally called Sparkling Zone and Clock Work Zone
- Music composed by Masato Nakamura of Dreams Come True fame
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Experience the game that started it all! Sonic the Hedgehog™ Classic brings the high-speed SEGA Genesis masterpiece to mobile. Optimized for widescreen at a smooth 60FPS, this version includes the full original adventure plus new features like Time Attack mode and the ability to play as Tails and Knuckles. Part of the SEGA Forever collection, it’s a treasure trove of retro gaming history right in your pocket.
Widescreen 60FPS
Play as Tails & Knuckles
Remastered Soundtrack
Controller Support
Time Attack Mode
Finish a level with 50 rings or more and jump into the giant ring to enter the Special Stage. Navigate the rotating maze to find the emerald.
Sonic has the Spin Dash, Tails can fly to reach high areas, and Knuckles can glide and climb walls to find hidden shortcuts.
Yes, it is free to play with ads, or you can pay once to remove ads and enable offline play.