Common Sense Media Review
By Polly Conway
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Fun, frenetic animated series touts teamwork, has violence.
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Sonic Prime
Parent and Kid Reviews
Based on 7 parent reviews
Based on 16 kid reviews
Kids say the show is primarily aimed at younger audiences and may disappoint long-time fans due to its simplistic storylines and one-dimensional characters. While some reviews praise the animation and child-friendly humor, others feel it lacks depth and creativity, particularly in its later seasons.
- audience target
- animation quality
- character depth
- story execution
- rush ending
Summarized with AI
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What's the Story?
In yet another battle with rival Dr. Eggman, Sonic (voiced by Deven Mack) accidentally shatters the paradox prism. This event transports Sonic to another world/dimension where everything is different -- Sonic and his best bud Tails aren't even friends, and everyone acts like a robot. In this dark world, called New Yoke City, it's not Eggman who's the villain, but the Chaos Council, who are even more of a threat. Sonic tries his best to figure out how he fits in, and how to get back to his friends in Green Hills.
Is It Any Good?
Fans of the perky blue critter will be thrilled that this series offers an abundance of Sonic's frenzied energy. For those new to the franchise, Sonic Prime might be a lot. The jumps between worlds can be a little confusing, but Sonic's unwavering commitment to his friends anchors the show and sends a solid message to kid viewers.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about Sonic's relationships with his friends. Why are they so important to him? Do you have friends that you'd do anything for?
Does watching this show make you want to play the games or see the movies?
What's Sonic best at? How about Tails? Do you have skills that work well with someone else's when on a team?
TV Details
- Premiere date : December 15, 2022
- Cast : Deven Christian Mack , Ashleigh Ball , Brian Drummond , Adam Nurada
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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