: Technical analyses from Digital Foundry noted slight frame rate dips only during the 3D Special Stages.

: The Heavy Magician boss in Mirage Saloon Act 2 transforms into "forgotten" characters like Fang , Bean , and Bark from obscure titles like Sonic the Fighters .

: Expansion of the local multiplayer mode from two to four players. Secrets & Unlockables

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: Specific codes can enable "Super Sonic Flight" in normal levels or disable Super Sonic's music to keep the level's theme playing.

: A remix of the entire game with different color palettes and a unique character-swapping mechanic instead of traditional lives.

: The base game features Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, each with their signature abilities (e.g., Sonic’s new Drop Dash, Tails’ flight, and Knuckles’ gliding/climbing).

: The game targets a rock-solid 60fps at 1080p in docked mode and 720p in handheld.