Sonic Colors DS is a side-scrolling platformer developed by Dimps and published by Sega for the Nintendo DS in 2010. The game runs alongside its Wii counterpart but offers a completely distinct design built specifically for the handheld platform. Players take control of Sonic the Hedgehog as he races through colorful, high-speed stages set across an alien theme park called Eggman's Incredible Interstellar Amusement Park. The story follows Sonic and Tails as they uncover Dr. Eggman's scheme to capture alien creatures called Wisps and use their energy to power a massive mind control device. What makes the game stand out is its Wisp power-up system, which lets Sonic absorb these colorful aliens to gain short-term abilities that are unique to each type. The Yellow Drill lets him burrow underground, the Cyan Laser shoots him across the stage at high speed, and the Pink Spikes let him cling to walls and ceilings.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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128 MB · NDS ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | NDS ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Platformer |
| File Size | 128 MB |
| Release Year | 2010 |
| Developer | Dimps |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Sonic Colors DS is a side-scrolling platformer developed by Dimps and published by Sega for the Nintendo DS in 2010. The game runs alongside its Wii counterpart but offers a completely distinct design built specifically for the handheld platform. Players take control of Sonic the Hedgehog as he races through colorful, high-speed stages set across an alien theme park called Eggman's Incredible Interstellar Amusement Park. The story follows Sonic and Tails as they uncover Dr. Eggman's scheme to capture alien creatures called Wisps and use their energy to power a massive mind control device. What makes the game stand out is its Wisp power-up system, which lets Sonic absorb these colorful aliens to gain short-term abilities that are unique to each type. The Yellow Drill lets him burrow underground, the Cyan Laser shoots him across the stage at high speed, and the Pink Spikes let him cling to walls and ceilings.
The DS version of Sonic Colors includes six themed worlds: Tropical Resort, Sweet Mountain, Starlight Carnival, Aquarium Park, Asteroid Coaster, and Terminal Velocity. Each world contains multiple acts along with bonus challenge stages that players can replay to improve their scores and collect Red Star Rings hidden throughout the levels. The game offers a time attack mode and a mission system that gives players specific objectives to complete, adding replay value beyond the main campaign. Wisps available in this version include the Yellow Drill, Cyan Laser, Pink Spikes, Orange Rocket, and Blue Cube, each one changing how Sonic moves through a level and opening paths that standard running cannot reach. Two players can race each other using local wireless in a competitive mode that adds some extra fun. Sonic Colors DS delivers a fast, satisfying platformer experience that holds up well as one of the stronger Sonic titles on the handheld.