This page is for the original 1998 release. For the rare 2004 port, see Sonic R (2004).
Key points
- Has networked multiplayer support.
- 1998 version is incompatible with modern versions of Windows without a considerable amount of undocumented work; use Sonic R Updater to update to the 2004 release.
- Some reprints are missing the music.
- Configuration files can be edited to increase resolution and draw distance beyond what in-game menus allow
- Modified official network patch adds multiplayer over LAN and now working on modern systems.
General information
- Sonic News Network - A massive wiki for the Sonic the Hedgehog universe
- Sonic Retro - A huge fan site for everything Sonic the Hedgehog.
Availability
Source |
DRM |
Notes |
Keys |
OS |
Retail |
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Network mode does not require a disc |
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- This game is not available digitally.
Essential improvements
Sonic R Updater
- Sonic R Updater switches you to the 2004 release of the game which runs flawlessly on modern hardware, and includes the Sonic R Mod Loader with it, along with some essential improvements.
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
Video settings
Template:Video settings
1080p Edited Configuration[1]
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- Download this file.
- Replace the
sonicr.inf
- To get music back, go to Options/Sound and set Volume more than 1.
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Input settings
Template:Input settings
Audio settings
Template:Audio settings
Network
Multiplayer types
Connection types
Ports
Protocol |
Port(s) and/or port range(s) |
TCP |
2300 |
UDP |
2350 |
- Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) support status is unknown.
Issues fixed
Game crashing on start
Game crashing on start[2]
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No input in the game
No input in the game[3]
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- Download DxWnd.
- On the
Edit menu, select Add
- Go to the installation folder and select
sonicr.exe
- Now select
Directx9 , Do not Notify on Task Change , DirectInput Hooking , Correct Mouse Position and Optimize CPU (DirectX1-7)
- Should look like this
- Sonic R does not work correctly in DXWnd versions above
2.01.43
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Other information
API
Executable |
32-bit |
64-bit |
Notes |
Windows |
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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 |
References