Checking takes three key forms. In all cases, it requires the player to have a sharp eye to identify clues that could indicate the presence of a secret route.
Form one: Wall checking
▲ Wall checking requires the players to jump into walls.
Doing so may reveal a secret passage.
Form two: Scenery checking
Scenery checking requires the player to interact with objects that appear to serve no other purpose than to decorate the scenery.
▲ As this is a sky stage, the clouds seem to be nothing more than a part of the scenery.
Jumping on them, however, takes the player to a new area. (Video example)
Form three: Height checking
Examining large overhead shafts that apparently lead to no where can often unearth a hidden route. Although such techniques are more suited for flying/climbing characters such as Tails & Knuckles, Sonic can also make use of them.
▲ In this example,
the over head rings prompt the player into exploring the area.
| Return to the Exploration Devices section |
|---|
