How long is Sonic the Hedgehog?

Sonic the Hedgehog takes about 2h 9m to beat the main story, or around 2h 10m with extras.

How long does it take to 100% Sonic the Hedgehog?

A completionist run of Sonic the Hedgehog takes about 2h 21m.

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Sonic the Hedgehog

Adventure Platform Action

Developer: Sonic Team|
Publisher: Tec Toy, Sega

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Steam Reviews

Positive85% of 33 reviews are positive

Playtime

Updated community averages based on player submissions.

Main Story

2h 9m

Main + Extra

2h 10m

Completionist

2h 21m

Links

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About This Game

Sonic the Hedgehog is a 2D side-scrolling platformer developed by Sonic Team and published by Sega for the Genesis/Mega Drive. Players control Sonic the Hedgehog, who can run at near supersonic speeds and sets out on a quest to defeat Dr. Robotnik, a scientist who has imprisoned animals in robots and seeks the powerful Chaos Emeralds.

Media

2 videos + 8 screenshots

Last updated Mar 7, 2026