Sonic X Shadow Generations has brought us a fresh take on classic Sonic levels, now featuring Shadow as well. While most of Sonic’s original content remains unchanged, Shadow introduces completely new elements just for him.
That said, you can’t go wrong with a classic Sonic level, and Chemical Plant is one of the most recognizable. There’s plenty to explore and accomplish across both Classic and Modern Sonic levels, along with some exciting new twists to enhance the gameplay. Here’s everything you need to know to master the Chemical Plant.
Momentum is key for Classic Sonic, and he’ll need to moderate his speed at times. At the start of Act 1, carefully jumping along the moving platform will allow Sonic to access a higher path that bypasses many underwater sections.
Whenever you encounter a quarter pipe, definitely use a fully charged Spin Dash—this will typically help you reach higher areas that Sonic might not access otherwise.
Bouncing off enemies is beneficial, too, as it can propel you to elevated areas and generally keeps your pace faster than trying to dodge them.
If you find yourself in water, speed is your ally. You should always have enough air to escape without needing to refill at air bubbles as long as you maintain your speed.
There are no significant tricks to be cautious of beyond this. Finish the level in under 2:00 minutes with at least a score of 50,000 to secure that A Rank, and aim for a Perfect Clear to bump it up to S Rank.
Modern Sonic moves incredibly fast—sometimes even quicker than the level can handle. Slowing down can hinder your progress, especially with the erratic camera movements, so maintain speed throughout and watch for hidden paths.
One such secret path can be found at the start. Two alternative routes are available beside the main one, both of which can let you skip the section leading up to the highway, though they might be tricky to reach.
On the highway, try to grab the Rainbow Speed Ramp, which will lead you to a crane handle, allowing you to zoom past the grind rail. After entering the next side-scrolling section, jump right after the checkpoint to get to a higher area that helps you skip the water section below.
If you do end up submerged, just start dashing. Sonic will swim to the surface at an impressive speed. Boosting is also an excellent tactic for Modern Sonic, ensuring he stays at top speed and can reach incredible heights from quarter pipes.
Near the level’s end, Sonic will grab onto a crane handle leading to a grind rail. Be sure to quickly use your Homing Attack before landing to snatch onto another crane handle and move closer to the finish.
Avoid the underwater areas to achieve an S Rank; as long as you keep your speed, minor falls won’t hurt your score too badly. As long as you finish in under 2:30 minutes with 50,000 points or more, and achieve a Perfect Clear, you should be all set for that S Rank.
You can uncover a total of ten Red Star Rings in Chemical Plant, with five for each Sonic. They’re spaced quite well throughout the levels, making it nearly impossible to collect them all in one go. Take your time, and let our guide help you!
Finding Classic Sonic’s Red Star Rings can be challenging due to the side-scrolling camera. Here’s a breakdown to make your search easier:
After all that, you can earn the skill, Breath Holder.
Speeding past areas can make it easy to overlook some Red Stars, so here’s a guide for those locations while you’re zipping through:
Grabbing these will reward you with the Smasher Bonus skill.
One of the new features in Sonic X Shadow Generations is the hidden Chaos. There are six Chaos to find in each stage, three for each Sonic.
Finding Chaos can be tricky as they’re well-hidden or out of sight. Here’s where to locate them for Classic Sonic:
Sonic’s speed can make it tough to find these little guys, but here are their locations:
With this guide, you’ll gather every collectible in the Chemical Plant and knock out another S Rank from your list!
