For a couple of years, the second Sonic live-action film stood as close to perfection as possible, considering Paramount’s penchant for throwing in human subplots, trendy music, and blatant product placements. In contrast to the first film, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 steps on the accelerator by incorporating all the vibrant elements from the video games into its live-action realm. This time, we meet Tails and Knuckles, who complete Sonic’s team, banding together to take down Robotnik once again. It’s like a scene straight out of the Avengers, almost like a section from Sonic Heroes, as these little heroes protect their newfound home. Those nostalgic fanservice moments really hit the spot, but what’s even more impressive is how Sonic the Hedgehog 2 weaves in essential concepts like the Master Emeralds and Super transformations. Plus, giving more screen time to beloved game characters like Shadow the Hedgehog, especially through the post-credits scene, shows that these live-action movies are increasingly becoming faithful adaptations of the original games, crafted by creators who genuinely wish to honor their source material.
