Super Mario 64 Sonic Edition -

Reviewers generally praise the mod for how naturally Sonic’s moveset fits into Mario's world, though it introduces a new learning curve.

: Players find the movement "very smooth" and "really enjoyable," offering a fresh way to collect all 120 stars . The inclusion of the Bound Jump is noted as particularly powerful, often becoming a "crutch" for positioning .

: There are two main versions available: the standard Sonic Edition (mostly vanilla levels with Sonic playable) and Sonic Edition Plus , which reskins levels to better fit a Sonic theme . User Perspectives Super Mario 64 Sonic Edition

This mod replaces Mario's physics and movement with a dedicated "Sonic" kit :

: Sonic can run over the surface of water . However, unlike Mario, he cannot swim and must perform infinite jumps while underwater to navigate . Reviewers generally praise the mod for how naturally

See the high-speed movement and SA2-inspired moveset in action with this gameplay showcase:

: The mod includes iconic abilities such as the Homing Attack (replacing the dive), the Spin Dash , and the Bound Jump from Sonic Adventure 2 . : There are two main versions available: the

: Sonic’s speed can make him "volatile" and difficult to control in tight, enclosed environments . Some players have also noted that the camera can struggle to keep up, especially in water, leading to poor visibility and spatial awareness .