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− | {{Disambig|the original 1998 release|the | + | {{Disambig|the original 1998 release|the limited 2004 re-release|[[Sonic R (2004)]]}} |
{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
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|cover = Sonic R.jpg | |cover = Sonic R.jpg | ||
|developers = | |developers = | ||
{{Infobox game/row/developer|Traveller's Tales}} | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Traveller's Tales}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/developer|Sonic Team}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/porter|Sega PC|Windows}} | ||
|publishers = | |publishers = | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sega}} | + | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Sega Entertainment}} |
+ | {{Infobox game/row/publisher|Expert Software|Re-release}} | ||
|engines = | |engines = | ||
|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows| | + | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 11, 1998|ref=<ref>{{Refurl|url=https://web.archive.org/web/19990508063125/http://www.sega.com/press_releases/nov98/sonic_pc_pr.html|title=FEED YOUR NEED FOR 3D SPEED WITH SONIC R FOR PC (retrieved)|date=2023-05-25}}</ref>}} |
|reception = | |reception = | ||
|taxonomy = | |taxonomy = | ||
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{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Racing }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | Racing }} | ||
{{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Cartoon }} | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Cartoon }} | ||
− | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Sonic | + | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | Sonic R }} |
|steam appid = | |steam appid = | ||
|steam appid side = | |steam appid side = | ||
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|gogcom id side = | |gogcom id side = | ||
|official site= | |official site= | ||
− | |hltb = | + | |hltb = 8772 |
|igdb = sonic-r | |igdb = sonic-r | ||
+ | |lutris = sonic-r | ||
|mobygames = sonic-r | |mobygames = sonic-r | ||
− | |strategywiki = Sonic R | + | |strategywiki = Sonic R |
|wikipedia = Sonic R | |wikipedia = Sonic R | ||
|winehq = 3984 | |winehq = 3984 | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ''' | + | {{Introduction |
− | {{ | + | |introduction = '''''Sonic R''''' is a {{Glossary:Singleplayer}} and {{Glossary:Multiplayer}} {{Glossary:Third-person}} {{Glossary:Racing}} game developed by [[Company:Traveller's Tales|Traveller's Tales]] and [[Company:Sonic Team|Sonic Team]]. |
− | {{ | + | |
− | {{ | + | |release history = |
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− | + | |current state = Some reprints of the game are missing the music. | |
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
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{{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Network play is the only mode that doesn't require the disc. | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | disc | Network play is the only mode that doesn't require the disc. | | Windows }} | ||
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{{ii}} A [https://archive.org/download/SEGAPCDemo/SEGA%20PC%20Demo/sonicr.exe demo] is available. | {{ii}} A [https://archive.org/download/SEGAPCDemo/SEGA%20PC%20Demo/sonicr.exe demo] is available. | ||
==Essential improvements== | ==Essential improvements== | ||
+ | {{ii}} 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. | ||
+ | {{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. | ||
+ | {{--}} [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. | ||
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===[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 | + | {{++}} Upgrades the game to its limited 2004 re-release, improves compatibility with modern Windows systems, adds mod support through the [https://mm.reimuhakurei.net/misc/SonicRModLoader.7z Sonic R Mod Loader], with many other enhancements and features included. |
{{--}} 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. | ||
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{{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= | ||
# Install Sonic R from the disc or copy the contents of the disc to a convenient location on your computer. | # Install Sonic R from the disc or copy the contents of the disc to a convenient location on your computer. | ||
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# Run {{file|sonic_r_updater_*.exe}} and follow its instructions. If the patcher does not auto-detect the game's installation folder, point it to <code>{{p|game}}</code> manually. | # Run {{file|sonic_r_updater_*.exe}} and follow its instructions. If the patcher does not auto-detect the game's installation folder, point it to <code>{{p|game}}</code> manually. | ||
# Adjust graphics settings from the {{code|Graphics}} tab of Sonic R Mod Loader and enable desired mods from the {{code|Mods}} tab, then click {{code|Save & Play}} to save your settings and launch the game. | # Adjust graphics settings from the {{code|Graphics}} tab of Sonic R Mod Loader and enable desired mods from the {{code|Mods}} tab, then click {{code|Save & Play}} to save your settings and launch the game. | ||
+ | # The game have now been updated to the '''[[Sonic R (2004)]]''' re-release. Visit its article for more information. | ||
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==Game data== | ==Game data== | ||
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{{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\sonicr.inf}} | {{Game data/config|Windows|{{p|game}}\sonicr.inf}} | ||
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+ | {{ii}} Configuration file can be edited to increase resolution and draw distance beyond what in-game menus allow. | ||
===Save game data location=== | ===Save game data location=== | ||
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|windowed = true | |windowed = true | ||
|windowed notes = | |windowed notes = | ||
− | |borderless windowed = | + | |borderless windowed = false |
− | |borderless windowed notes = | + | |borderless windowed notes = |
|anisotropic = false | |anisotropic = false | ||
|anisotropic notes = | |anisotropic notes = | ||
− | |antialiasing = | + | |antialiasing = false |
− | |antialiasing notes = | + | |antialiasing notes = |
+ | |upscaling = false | ||
+ | |upscaling tech = | ||
+ | |upscaling notes = | ||
|vsync = always on | |vsync = always on | ||
− | |vsync notes = | + | |vsync notes = |
|60 fps = false | |60 fps = false | ||
|60 fps notes = Capped at 30 FPS. | |60 fps notes = Capped at 30 FPS. | ||
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# Replace the <code>sonicr.inf</code> | # Replace the <code>sonicr.inf</code> | ||
# To get music back, go to Options/Sound and set Volume more than 1. | # To get music back, go to Options/Sound and set Volume more than 1. | ||
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{{Audio | {{Audio | ||
|separate volume = false | |separate volume = false | ||
− | |separate volume notes = Sound effect volume slider only | + | |separate volume notes = Sound effect volume slider only. |
|surround sound = false | |surround sound = false | ||
|surround sound notes = | |surround sound notes = | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = | |mute on focus lost notes = | ||
|eax support = | |eax support = | ||
− | |eax support notes = | + | |eax support notes = |
+ | |royalty free audio = unknown | ||
+ | |royalty free audio notes = | ||
|red book cd audio = true | |red book cd audio = true | ||
− | |red book cd audio notes = | + | |red book cd audio notes = |
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|subtitles = false | |subtitles = false | ||
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{{ii}} Sonic R does not work correctly in DXWnd versions above {{code|2.01.43}}. | {{ii}} Sonic R does not work correctly in DXWnd versions above {{code|2.01.43}}. | ||
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==Other information== | ==Other information== | ||
===API=== | ===API=== | ||
{{API | {{API | ||
− | |direct3d versions = | + | |direct3d versions = 6 |
|direct3d notes = | |direct3d notes = | ||
− | |directdraw versions = | + | |directdraw versions = true |
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
|opengl versions = | |opengl versions = | ||
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|windows 32-bit exe = true | |windows 32-bit exe = true | ||
|windows 64-bit exe = false | |windows 64-bit exe = false | ||
+ | |windows arm app = unknown | ||
|windows exe notes = | |windows exe notes = | ||
|macos intel 32-bit app = | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
|macos intel 64-bit app = | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos arm app = unknown | ||
|macos app notes = | |macos app notes = | ||
|linux 32-bit executable= | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
|linux 64-bit executable= | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux arm app = unknown | ||
|linux executable notes = | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|minOS = 95, 98, ME, XP | |minOS = 95, 98, ME, XP | ||
− | |minCPU = | + | |minCPU = 133 MHz |
|minRAM = 16 MB | |minRAM = 16 MB | ||
|minHD = 20 MB | |minHD = 20 MB | ||
− | |minGPU = | + | |minGPU = SVGA, 256 colors |
+ | |minaudio = Sound Blaster 16 or compatible | ||
|recOS = | |recOS = |
Latest revision as of 20:06, 4 April 2024
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This page is for the original 1998 release. For the limited 2004 re-release, see Sonic R (2004).
Developers | |
---|---|
Traveller's Tales | |
Sonic Team | |
Windows | Sega PC |
Publishers | |
Sega Entertainment | |
Re-release | Expert Software |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 11, 1998[1] |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | One-time game purchase |
Modes | Singleplayer, Multiplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | Racing |
Art styles | Cartoon |
Series | Sonic R |
Sonic R | |
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Subseries of Sonic the Hedgehog | |
Sonic R | 1997 |
Sonic R (2004) | 2004 |
Sonic R is a singleplayer and multiplayer third-person racing game developed by Traveller's Tales and Sonic Team.
Some reprints of the game are missing the music.
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
---|---|---|---|---|
Retail | Network play is the only mode that doesn't require the disc. |
- A demo is available.
Essential improvements
- 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.
- Hex-edited version of the original .exe also exists for those who are interested.
- 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.
Sonic R Updater
- Upgrades the game to its limited 2004 re-release, improves compatibility with modern Windows systems, adds mod support through the Sonic R Mod Loader, with many other enhancements and features included.
- Network Mode is lost as a result of the 2004 re-release almost completely losing this feature.
How to install Sonic R Updater[2] |
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | <path-to-game>\sonicr.inf[Note 1] |
- Configuration file can be edited to increase resolution and draw distance beyond what in-game menus allow.
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows |
Video
Graphics feature | State | Notes | |
---|---|---|---|
Widescreen resolution | See Widescreen resolution. | ||
Multi-monitor | |||
Ultra-widescreen | |||
4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | |||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
High-fidelity upscaling | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
Vertical sync (Vsync) | See the glossary page for potential workarounds. | ||
60 FPS and 120+ FPS | Capped at 30 FPS. | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) |
Widescreen resolution
1080p Edited Configuration[3] |
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | ||
Mouse acceleration | Mouse is not used at all. | |
Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | Network menus cannot be navigated with a controller, but all other menus can. | |
Controller remapping | Some controller buttons can be configured however. | |
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers | For XInput controller support, see Controller support. | |
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Xbox button prompts | ||
Impulse Trigger vibration |
PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers | DirectInput controllers are supported. | |
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Button prompts | No controller prompts whatsoever. |
Additional information | ||
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Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M |
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
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Sound effect volume slider only. | |
Surround sound | ||
Subtitles | ||
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | ||
Royalty free audio | ||
Red Book CD audio | On Windows, CD music might not play correctly; see the troubleshooting guide for solutions. |
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
---|---|---|---|---|
English |
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
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
---|---|---|
Direct3D | 6 | |
DirectDraw |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 95, 98, ME, XP | |
Processor (CPU) | 133 MHz | |
System memory (RAM) | 16 MB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 20 MB | |
Video card (GPU) | SVGA, 256 colors | |
Sound (audio device) | Sound Blaster 16 or compatible |
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
- ↑ FEED YOUR NEED FOR 3D SPEED WITH SONIC R FOR PC (retrieved) - last accessed on 2023-05-25
- ↑ 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
- ↑ 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