Modern Sonic's gameplay is all about speed, spectacle, and a more 3D-oriented experience. His moveset includes the Boost, Homing Attack, and Stomp, allowing for rapid traversal and combat. Mastering these abilities is essential for achieving high ranks and finding optimal routes.
- Analog Stick: Move Sonic in 3D space.
- A/X Button (Jump): Press to jump. Hold for a higher jump.
- X/Square Button (Boost): Hold to activate a burst of speed, consuming your Boost Gauge. Essential for maintaining high speeds and destroying obstacles.
- B/Circle Button (Homing Attack): Press while in the air near an enemy or spring to home in on it. Can be chained for aerial combos.
- Y/Triangle Button (Stomp): Press while in the air to quickly descend and damage enemies or break certain objects below.
- L1/LB (Quick Step Left): Instantly move left.
- R1/RB (Quick Step Right): Instantly move right.
The Boost Gauge is crucial for Modern Sonic; collect White Wisps to refill it.