Act 1 of Secret Base Zone introduces conveyor belts that can either aid or hinder your progress. Pay attention to their direction. You'll also encounter crushing pistons; time your movements carefully to pass through them without taking damage. There are often hidden passages behind destructible walls, which Knuckles can easily break with his punch. Sonic's speed can be used to bypass some of the slower-moving platforms. Tails can fly over many of the dangerous sections, making it easier to reach higher platforms and avoid ground-based enemies. Amy's Hammer Jump is useful for gaining height quickly to avoid crushing mechanisms. Look for switches that activate platforms or open new paths. Some areas require you to ride moving platforms across large gaps. Don't rush through these sections; patience is key to avoiding falls.
