This game to me is just like one of the old Geneis Sonic games. The controls and graphics are almost exactly the same. However, this is a brand new adventure with completely different levels and level bosses. You also have the ability to play a few different Sonic characters, each with their own special powers and drawbacks. The power-ups remain the same as do the style of bonus levels. I liked playing this game more or less because I'm a big Sonic fan from way back when. This game though seems a little slow at times. I think it's due to the N-Gage game deck not having the ability to render the screens fast enough. I found the game to be a little sluggish at times. Overall though, I have to say I did enjoy beating it and once I started playing I couldn't put it down until it was finished.