Rank 01Why this
Also Memes and Fast-Paced, like Sonic Forces.
- $29.99 (Price checked Nov 3)
- Deck Verified
- 2015
Games like Sonic Forces
- 28 games
- Updated Oct 23, 2026
Players who liked Sonic Forces also play
The closest matches to Sonic Forces: Sonic Lost World, Sonic Generations Collection, Sonic Mania, Sonic Adventure 2, and Sonic Frontiers. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Also Fast-Paced and 3D Platformer, like Sonic Forces.
- Deck Verified
- 2011
Rank 03Why this
Same retro mood as Sonic Forces.
- $19.99 (Price checked Nov 3)
- Deck Verified
- 2017
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Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
Why this: Also Fast-Paced and 2.5D, like Sonic Forces.
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Nikoderiko: The Magical World — Director’s Cut
Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Sonic Forces.
The full ranked list: top 24 games like Sonic Forces
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Also Fast-Paced and 3D Platformer, like Sonic Forces.
- 94% of 12,506 reviews
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Same nostalgic mood as Sonic Forces.
- 82% of 125 reviews
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- Released: 2017
- Developer: Sonic Team, Hardlight
- Price: $39.99checked Nov 3
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 56% of 3,909 reviews
- Genres: Action, Adventure
- Metacritic 56
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Custom avatar customization feels rewarding
- Mods like reimagined and overclocked redeem the experience
- Short but replayable story for avatar cutscenes
- Challenging
- Lighthearted
- Nostalgic
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Sonic Colors: Ultimate
Why this: Also Fast-Paced and 3D Platformer, like Sonic Forces.
Sonic Origins
Why this: Same retro mood as Sonic Forces.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode I
Why this: Also Fast-Paced and 2.5D, like Sonic Forces.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Sonic Forces at current Steam store prices.
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Why this: Same retro mood as Sonic Forces.
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Why this: Also Fast-Paced and 2.5D, like Sonic Forces.
Tomba! Special Edition
Why this: Also 2.5D and 3D Platformer, like Sonic Forces.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Sonic Lost World
Why this: Also Memes and Fast-Paced, like Sonic Forces.
Sonic Generations Collection
Why this: Also Fast-Paced and 3D Platformer, like Sonic Forces.
Sonic Mania
Why this: Same retro mood as Sonic Forces.
Nikoderiko: The Magical World — Director’s Cut
Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Sonic Forces.
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Why this: Same nostalgic mood as Sonic Forces.
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Why this: Same lighthearted mood as Sonic Forces.
About Sonic Forces
The closest matches to Sonic Forces: Sonic Lost World, Sonic Generations Collection, Sonic Mania, Sonic Adventure 2, and Sonic Frontiers. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Sonic Forces is your kind of game, the closest matches are Sonic Lost World, Sonic Generations Collection and Sonic Mania — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as challenging, lighthearted and nostalgic, and single out its 100 completion grind and automated speed pads. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Sonic Forces is a 2017 action-adventure platformer set in the Sonic the Hedgehog universe, available on Steam for $9.99. The game features custom avatar creation with the Wispon weapon system, automated speed pads, and includes mod support for players seeking additional content. Those pursuing full completion will encounter a 100-completion grind. Reviewers highlight that avatar customization feels rewarding, and players describe the short but replayable story as keeping them returning for avatar cutscenes. Some players describe the experience as challenging, lighthearted, nostalgic, and retro. The game runs verified on Steam Deck and holds a 56% positive rating from 3909 Steam reviews.
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Is Sonic Forces worth buying?
Players are split
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 56% of 3,909 Steam reviews are positive.
- We don't track this game's daily reviews yet, so this is the all-time picture.
- Price: $39.99 (checked Nov 9).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 6 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 6 h before their negative review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Custom avatar customization feels rewarding
- Mods like reimagined and overclocked redeem the experience
- Short but replayable story for avatar cutscenes
- Soundtrack is widely praised as one of the best in the series
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“Mid. Also please for the love of god do NOT try to 100% this game, my hours of suffering explains it.”
People who play it also play: Sonic Lost World, Sonic Generations Collection, Sonic Mania
Frequently asked about Sonic Forces
Can I run it?
Is Sonic Forces verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Sonic Forces is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Sonic Forces cost?
Sonic Forces is listed on Steam at 39.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Sonic Forces?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Sonic Forces are Sonic Lost World, Sonic Generations Collection, Sonic Mania.
Who developed Sonic Forces?
Sonic Forces was developed by Sonic Team, Hardlight and published by SEGA.