Modern Sonic benefits from skills that enhance his boost, attack power, or provide defensive capabilities. Here are some recommended builds:

- Boost Master Build:
- Boost Gauge Up: Increases maximum Boost Gauge capacity.
- Boost Recharge: Boost Gauge recharges faster.
- Power Boost: Increases boost power.
This build is for players who want to boost as much as possible, ideal for speedrunning.
- Combat Specialist Build:
- Homing Attack Power: Increases Homing Attack damage.
- Attack Power: Increases all attack damage.
- Trick Boost: Gain more boost from performing tricks.
Focuses on maximizing damage and maintaining boost through combat and aerial maneuvers.
- Balanced Build:
- Boost Gauge Up: More boost capacity.
- Barrier: Provides a shield for one hit.
- Ring Energy: Gain boost from collecting rings.
A versatile build that offers a good mix of offense, defense, and boost management, suitable for general play.