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3.6 / 5

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Platform
Sega Genesis
Genres
Action · Platformer
Release date
August 21, 2013

Summary

An Ordinary Sonic is a fan‑made ROM hack of the classic Sonic the Hedgehog, crafted by a developer known as Cinossu back in 2013. The project draws its eerie vibe from the infamous 2011 creepypasta Sonic.exe, aiming to blend nostalgic platforming with a unsettling twist. While the core gameplay still feels like the original Genesis title, subtle alterations and hidden surprises give it a distinctly creepy atmosphere. It’s a neat example of how the retro community repurposes beloved classics to explore new, darker narratives.

Storyline

In An Ordinary Sonic, the level occasionally drifts into a demonic version of the stage. While in this twisted world, Sonic.exe stalks the player, moving ever closer. The only way out is to locate an item box, which restores the normal environment. Players must then complete the level before Sonic.exe catches and kills them.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Multiplayer

Game modes
Single