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{{++}} Supports networked multiplayer if .exe file is replaced with the [https://yadi.sk/d/y1sSdv_q3Jb9Sg officially-released network version] of the game. This version includes all content found in the original release and is hex-edited to work on modern versions of Windows. | {{++}} Supports networked multiplayer if .exe file is replaced with the [https://yadi.sk/d/y1sSdv_q3Jb9Sg officially-released network version] of the game. This version includes all content found in the original release and is hex-edited to work on modern versions of Windows. | ||
{{--}} [https://www.old-games.ru/utils/soft/ DXWnd (OG Edition)] is required for the game to recognize input devices on modern versions of Windows. "Hook DirectDraw", "Fullscreen", and "Hook DirectInput" must be enabled within the program for the game to work. | {{--}} [https://www.old-games.ru/utils/soft/ DXWnd (OG Edition)] is required for the game to recognize input devices on modern versions of Windows. "Hook DirectDraw", "Fullscreen", and "Hook DirectInput" must be enabled within the program for the game to work. | ||
− | {{--}} [ | + | {{--}} [https://mm.reimuhakurei.net/misc/SonicRModLoader.7z The Sonic R Mod Loader] is only supported by the more-compatible [[Sonic R (2004)|2004 release]] of the game. You can use the [[#Sonic R Updater|Sonic R Updater]] to update your game. |
{{--}} Some reprints of the game are missing the music. | {{--}} Some reprints of the game are missing the music. | ||
{{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/552-sonic-r-fixed-exe/ Hex-edited version of the original .exe] also exists for those who are interested. | {{ii}} [https://community.pcgamingwiki.com/files/file/552-sonic-r-fixed-exe/ Hex-edited version of the original .exe] also exists for those who are interested. | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [ | + | {{mm}} [https://www.sonicretro.org/ Sonic Retro] - A huge fan site for everything Sonic the Hedgehog. |
==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
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==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
===[http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showtopic=37536 Sonic R Updater]=== | ===[http://forums.sonicretro.org/index.php?showtopic=37536 Sonic R Updater]=== | ||
− | {{++}} Upgrades the game to its rare 2004 re-release, fixes compatibility issues with modern Windows systems, removes the disc check, adds modding support thanks to [ | + | {{++}} Upgrades the game to its rare 2004 re-release, fixes compatibility issues with modern Windows systems, removes the disc check, adds modding support thanks to [https://mm.reimuhakurei.net/misc/SonicRModLoader.7z Sonic R Mod Loader], custom resolutions and widescreen support, windowed/borderless fullscreen modes, and loading music from the installation folder instead of the disc. |
{{--}} Network Mode is lost as a result of the 2004 re-release almost completely losing this feature. | {{--}} Network Mode is lost as a result of the 2004 re-release almost completely losing this feature. | ||
{{Fixbox|description=How to install Sonic R Updater|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 27, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=How to install Sonic R Updater|ref=<ref>{{Refcheck|user=AmethystViper|date=March 27, 2019|comment=}}</ref>|fix= | ||
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===No input in the game=== | ===No input in the game=== | ||
{{Fixbox|description=Use DxWnd|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.play-old-pc-games.com/2013/04/09/sonic-r/|title=Play Sonic R on your modern PC - Play Old PC Games|date=March 27, 2019}}</ref>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use DxWnd|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://www.play-old-pc-games.com/2013/04/09/sonic-r/|title=Play Sonic R on your modern PC - Play Old PC Games|date=March 27, 2019}}</ref>|fix= | ||
− | # Download [ | + | # Download [https://www.mediafire.com/download/9d8qbkz8whbdzb5/DXWnd.zip DxWnd]. |
# On the <code>Edit</code> menu, select {{code|Add}} | # On the <code>Edit</code> menu, select {{code|Add}} | ||
# Go to the installation folder and select {{file|sonicr.exe}}. | # Go to the installation folder and select {{file|sonicr.exe}}. |
Revision as of 05:08, 14 June 2021
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This page is for the original 1998 release. For the rare 2004 re-release, see Sonic R (2004).
Developers | |
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Traveller's Tales | |
Publishers | |
Sega | |
Release dates | |
Windows | December 11, 1998 |
Taxonomy | |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Racing |
Art styles | Cartoon |
Series | Sonic the Hedgehog |
⤏ Go to series page | |
Sonic the Hedgehog fangames (series) | |
Sonic CD | 1995 |
Sonic's Schoolhouse | 1996 |
Sonic 3D Blast (series) | |
Sonic & Knuckles Collection | 1997 |
Sonic R (series) | |
Sonic Adventure (series) | |
Sonic Heroes | 2004 |
Sonic Mega Collection Plus | 2006 |
Sonic Riders | 2006 |
Sonic Racing (series) | |
Sonic the Hedgehog | 2010 |
Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine | 2010 |
Sonic Spinball | 2010 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 | 2011 |
Sonic 3 & Knuckles | 2011 |
Sonic Generations | 2011 |
Sonic CD (2012) | 2012 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I | 2012 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode II | 2012 |
Sonic Dash | 2014 |
Sonic Lost World | 2015 |
Sonic Mania | 2017 |
Sonic Forces | 2017 |
Sonic the Hedgehog (Mobile Decompilation) | 2021 |
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Mobile Decompilation) | 2021 |
Sonic Colors: Ultimate | 2021 |
Sonic Origins | 2022 |
Sonic Frontiers | 2022 |
The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog | 2023 |
Sonic Superstars | 2023 |
Sonic Dream Team | 2023 |
Sonic X Shadow Generations | 2024 |
Key points
- Supports networked multiplayer if .exe file is replaced with the officially-released network version of the game. This version includes all content found in the original release and is hex-edited to work on modern versions of Windows.
- DXWnd (OG Edition) is required for the game to recognize input devices on modern versions of Windows. "Hook DirectDraw", "Fullscreen", and "Hook DirectInput" must be enabled within the program for the game to work.
- The Sonic R Mod Loader is only supported by the more-compatible 2004 release of the game. You can use the Sonic R Updater to update your game.
- Some reprints of the game are missing the music.
- Hex-edited version of the original .exe also exists for those who are interested.
- Configuration files can be edited to increase resolution and draw distance beyond what in-game menus allow.
General information
- Sonic Retro - A huge fan site for everything Sonic the Hedgehog.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | Network play is the only mode that doesn't require the disc. |
- This game is not available digitally.
Essential improvements
Sonic R Updater
- Upgrades the game to its rare 2004 re-release, fixes compatibility issues with modern Windows systems, removes the disc check, adds modding support thanks to Sonic R Mod Loader, custom resolutions and widescreen support, windowed/borderless fullscreen modes, and loading music from the installation folder instead of the disc.
- Network Mode is lost as a result of the 2004 re-release almost completely losing this feature.
How to install Sonic R Updater[1] |
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Featured Mods:
- Some of the featured mods are included with Sonic R Updater.
Included in Sonic R Updater
- ADX Music - A mod to use more efficient looping ADX format audio for music instead, opting for improved version of tracks from the Sega Saturn version in some cases.
- RemoveStrays - A fix for various graphical bugs tied to how the game maps textures for the user interface.
- Sega Saturn Style Colors - A mod that fixes and restores vertex colors. This makes the game look more lively and colorful than it did before, as well as more accurate to the Saturn version. Additionally it makes Radiant Emerald translucent like it's Saturn counterpart.
- EggRobo Texture Fix - Fixes a texture error where EggRobo's gun shows part of Tail's eye.
Additional notable mods
- Widescreen Assets - Readjusts and crops the original 4:3 GUI assets to properly fit in 16:9 instead of stretching them. This also fixes banner in menus so they don't abruptly cut off when playing in widescreen.
- Resort Island Fix - Fixes out-of-place floormaps of Resort Island.
- Knuckles Shoe Fix - Corrects an error with Knuckles' shoe texture so don't appear like Tails' shoes.
- Metal Knuckles Has Green Eyes - Changes the eye color of Metal Knuckles so they appear faithful to official artwork.
- Alternate Ending Screens - Replaces the stock ending screen images with official promotional renders. A widescreen supported version is also available that pillarboxes the images so they don't appear stretched in widescreen.
- Saturn HUD - Recreates the original in-game HUD from the Sega Saturn version onto the PC version. Not compatible with Remove Strays.
- Gems Collection Textures - Ports over the textures featured in the Sonic Gems Collection version of the game.
- Music R - A mod that changes most if not all of the music in the game.
- Gentle Ring Sound - Replaces the loud and grating stock ring pick-up sound effect from the 2004 version that can cause audio clipping issues with a softer, sound-balanced one.
- Improved SFX - A sound effects enhancement mod that replaces the default sound effects with higher quality ones.
- Sonic 3D Blast Sounds - Replaces the default sound effects with ones from the Sega Saturn version of Sonic 3D Blast.
- SEGA European Localization Patches - Restores back the German, French, Spanish and Italian language localizations from the 1998 European PC version.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\sonicr.inf[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows |
Video settings
Widescreen resolution
1080p Edited Configuration[2] |
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Install Sonic R Updater and adjust Sonic R Mod Manager's graphics settings for widescreen.[3] |
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Input settings
Controller support
- To use XInput-based controllers with proper D-pad and trigger support, a fix is required.
Instructions for XInput Plus[4] |
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Sega Saturn-like control layout for XInput Plus[4] |
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Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
German | European version only. | |||
French | European version only. | |||
Spanish | European version only. | |||
Italian | European version only. | |||
Polish | Local retail version only. | |||
Russian | Local retail version only. Voices were translated. |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Players | Notes | |
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Local play | 4 | Versus 1-2 players on keyboard, gamepads allow for up to 4 players. |
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LAN play | 4 | Versus Requires Network version. |
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Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Matchmaking | ||
Peer-to-peer | ||
Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Ports
Protocol | Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
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TCP | 2300 |
UDP | 2350 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game crashing on start
Use Sonic R Fixed EXE.[5] |
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No input in the game
Use DxWnd[6] |
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Other information
API
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98, ME, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | 90 MHz Pentium | |
System memory (RAM) | 16 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 20 MB |
Notes
- ↑ When running this game without elevated privileges (Run as administrator option), write operations against a location below
%PROGRAMFILES%
,%PROGRAMDATA%
, or%WINDIR%
might be redirected to%LOCALAPPDATA%\VirtualStore
on Windows Vista and later (more details).
References
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on March 27, 2019
- ↑ Guide to Making Sonic R Run on XP/Vista/7 at Modern Resolutions - Steam Community - last accessed on March 27, 2019
- ↑ Verified by User:AmethystViper on March 27, 2019
- Patched the 1998 version with Sonic R Updater which allows for widescreen and custom resolutions thanks to Sonic R Mod Manager.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Verified by User:AmethystViper on 2020-07-12
- Confirmed working with an Xbox One controller via Bluetooth. The Sega Saturn control layout was referenced from a guide from GameFAQs and emulating the Sega Saturn version via Mednafen.
- ↑ An Itch To Play Sonic R - Green Hills Zone - SSMB - last accessed on March 27, 2019
- ↑ Play Sonic R on your modern PC - Play Old PC Games - last accessed on March 27, 2019