Summary
Sega and Sonic Team have confirmed that the upcomingSonic Superstarswill run at 60 FPS on all versions of the game, including the Nintendo Switch console. This new 2D platformer goes back toSonic the Hedgehog’s Sega Genesis roots while having a stronger emphasis on cooperative platforming. It was announced to be arriving on all modern gaming platforms, which include Nintendo’s hybrid gaming console. One thing that some fans may have concerns over is regarding the performance ofSonic Superstarson the Switch as opposed to a PC or rival consoles.
The last 2DSonicgame released on Nintendo Switch outside re-releases wasSonic Mania, which ran at a smooth 60 FPS, the same as its Xbox, PS4, and PC versions. Despitestellar Switch portslikeSonic Mania, there have also been cases where games being ported to Nintendo’s console have been not as good, either on a graphical or technical level. Besides downgraded graphics to make the game work on weaker hardware, sometimes the frame rate has been capped to less than 60, which may hamper one’s gaming experience.Sonic Superstarswill not be one of these games, as it will also run at 60 FPS on the Switch.
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This detail was confirmed in an interview between Denfaminicogamer andSonic SuperstarsdevelopersTakashi Iizuka and Naoto Oshima. Oshima specifically stated that he was very excited about the release of the game, especially since this is the first time he has worked on the franchise in over 20 years. He notes how the game can be played on a variety of platforms, where they will all play at a smooth 60 FPS, including the Nintendo Switch. He hopes older fans will feel nostalgic regarding these older characters, while newcomers will be able to enjoy the series' sense of speed with this entry.
This feature likely should please fans who were curious about how the Switch version would perform in comparison to the other platforms.Sonic Frontiers' Switch version, for example, had some texture problems and its frame rate was capped at 30 FPS, due to its more open nature. More recently,Mortal Kombat 1’s Switch version came under firefor its graphics and other glitches that hamper its gameplay.Sonic Superstarshaving 60 FPS should be relieving for those who committed to pre-ordering or are considering the Switch version.
Sonic Superstarshas been a greatly anticipated game ever since its surprise announcement earlier this year, boasting new features and returning characters. In particular, a lot of fans are excited aboutthe villains ofSonic Superstars, which include the ever-classic Dr. Eggman, Fang the Hunter making a grand return, and the newcomer of Trip the Sungazer, who is designed by Sonic’s creator, Oshima.
Sonic Superstarsreleases October 17 for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
