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3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2 has an unlockable Super Sonic mode
SEGA has included a special feature in 3D Sonic the Hedgehog 2. By completing the title, players will gain access to Super Sonic mode. This allows Sonic to begin the game with all of the Chaos Emeralds and 50 rings so he can turn into Super Sonic at any time. Source
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