Sonic Advance 2 is a platform game developed by Dimps and published by Sega for the Game Boy Advance. Players control Sonic as he embarks on a quest to thwart Dr. Eggman's plans, accompanied by characters including Tails, Knuckles, and Cream. Sonic is the only playable character initially, with others unlockable by completing the game. Players collect Chaos Emeralds and Special Rings to access bonus stages, enabling Sonic's transformation into Super Sonic for the final showdown. The game also features Chao collection and transfer capabilities to Sonic Adventure 2: Battle using a link cable.
Sonic returns for a second outing on the Game Boy Advance.
Once again, Sonic is called upon to save the world from the evil Dr. Eggman. On this occasion, Sonic is joined by friends Tails, Knuckles and Cream the Rabbit, the latest addition to the Sonic team. Each comes with a set of unique moves, allowing you to reach certain areas through-out the levels. However, unlike Sonic Advance, you must complete the game as Sonic to unlock the other characters.
Chaos Emeralds and Special Rings litter the stages. To collect the emeralds (transforming Sonic into Super Sonic for the final battle with Dr. Eggman), you must find the special rings hidden in each stage to unlock the bonus stage. Complete the bonus stage and the emerald is yours.
You'll also get the chance to collect and raise chaos, and trade them over to Sonic Adventure 2: Battle on GameCube, through the use of the GBA/GC link cable.