Sonic Overture '95 Is Beautifully Surreal - 2023 Demo Playthrough - Sonic Fangame Showcase

Sonic Overture 95 Demo by Team Overture:
sonic-overture-team.itch.io/s...
I'd write a detailed summary on the gameplay and level design, but at this point I'm just mesmerized by the artstyle and the surreal aesthetic of it. Levels are beautifully detailed with lots of 3D effects, I didn't think a classic Sonic fangame would make my jaw drop but it can still happen.
As far as gameplay goes, you don't get the drop dash (which to me at this point is a force of habbit to expect it in a 2D Sonic fangame), but you still have the regular spindash and no roll lock. But the neat gameplay quirk is the chain link mechanic, it really incentivizes destroying enemies quick and especially multiple chained bounces, collected rings etc. And another unique quirk I didn't expect was the totem poles and pillar gimmicks, it's not much at first glance but the level design is built around this neat little quirk and gives Sonic Overture '95 its own identity.
It's just a really cool Sonic fangame and I hope the full version gets to see the light of the day.
Anyways, please enjoy the video and Merry Christmas!
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[@MariusUrucu]

Double upload because I had the day off for Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas everybody!

[@Simon_Electric]

Love the nod to Sonic CD when he perched on the totum pole looking around.

[@trevski82]

Why does it have those things that bring you to a dead stop every five seconds??

[@Peskyhooligan]

I like how he turned the sonic prototype rabbit guy into a bad guy with the personality of an animaniac

[@BoinguMcGoingu]

his naME IS FEELS YOU EGG

[@Peskyhooligan]

@@BoinguMcGoingu well it’s not his cannon name tho

[@BoinguMcGoingu]

@@Peskyhooligan what’s his name?

[@Peskyhooligan]

@@BoinguMcGoingu does he need one?

[@BoinguMcGoingu]

@@Peskyhooligan bnuuy

[@Junior13113]

This is what I'd like to believe a 2D Sonic game on the Sega Saturn would have looked like.

[@patrickholt8782]

I’d recognize the Nights font anywhere. Love it for the combo system

[@teaoftraffic]

10:26 everything about this scene is pure gold

[@teaoftraffic]

6:37 THE SPRITEWORK ON THE CAPSULE PARTS AS THEY FLY AWAY IT’S SO AMAZING

[@teaoftraffic]

also i’ve seen people say the new sunrise gate tracks aren’t as good as the originals but the new act 1 track is so joyous and full of whimsy!!!!!!! :DDDDDDDD

[@Flint.E]

i like how Sonic Overture uses most of scrapped/unused ideas

[@JoseMat2953]

Given that this game takes place before the events of Sonic 1, it only makes sense.

[@satin8683]

Hope we can still play as Feels (or whatever this whatever this rabbit's name) get his own DLC Episode or play as him In general.

[@haonneogip4740]

According to the trailer, it's Mach.

[@_ArmIa]

@@haonneogip4740”Feel” is the concept name for the rabbit that eventually became Ristar; “Mach” is actually the name of the rabbit from the cut Sonic 1 Sound Test band.

[@Davo255_]

In older version of Overture, unused spritesheet of Mach was discovered, meaning that he will become playable as it was planned (in Overture he is supposed to be Sonic's rivial who then becomes his friend, just like Knuckles)

[@logan_cadfgs]

actually I did some research and I’m pretty sure his name is “Shithead”

[@salliemagnaye1403]

The rabbit’s official names were Reto and Max, but I like to call him Reto the rabbit.

[@Classicsonic1991-sf8os]

10:35 Fells the rabbit:hahahahahhahaahhahahahahaha DIE Sonic: wait WHAT

[@RoseSupreme]

I feel like the clinging/parkour mechanic might get intrusive/annoying in some places.

[@Tacoradical]

I think it'd be a good idea to have them work only when the player holds up or a specific button. That way, the player could choose whether to perch or not.

[@javiervergara5695]

@@Tacoradical Maybe making it like in sonic riders when you take the speed type shortcut. You just have to press the jump button in the exact spot. It would be interesting if you could charge the jump button in the parkour spots when landing correctly and get an aerial speed boost, so there'll be a reward for using the mechanic.

[@ssg-eggunner]

Another solution would be allowing the player to keep their speed after jumping out

[@HeadPats4Peter]

15:48 wasnt expecting a modified rail-shooter type boss fight. the walls moving past is something.

[@bortverde]

Imagine a Super Sonic boss like that

[@RoseSupreme]

I'm so happy to see this awesome fangame return after nearly a decade. I couldn't bear the thought of a fangame with such potential dying off like that...glad it's being remade, and with a more Saturn-inspired style to boot!

[@rhysmendozavilla2378]

Tbh this looks like some kind of dream world that sonics in, it feels very calm

[@NecromancyLabz]

Man, I wish the Castlevania community had people as dedicated as the Sonic community. I'd love to just see dozens of Symphony of The Night style fangames with sprites and gameplay even better then the actual game(s) out there.

[@MariusUrucu]

I apologize for the stutters in some levels... Nvidia Shadowplay and 2D Sonic fangames don't mix well...

[@bobisadrummer]

I love the little bit of Mable Zone music that's mixed into the Granite Zone tracks.

[@jahhun676]

I thought this fan game was cancelled. So glad it’s back!

[@WiggleAnimations]

Overture is described as an “an introduction to something more substantial” in the dictionary, so this is the prequel to Sonic 1

[@CodeKirby]

0:59 HEY DONT THINK I DIDNT CD YOU THERE

[@TailsKid62]

Imagine trying to get a full combo though the entire level. 🅿️

[@creeperthe2670]

P rank

[@elumbreonespacial4361]

Prank

[@somerandomdud7926]

pizza

[@my573ry6]

Tower

[@Jenb13171]

P. Ppppppp P. P P. P Ppppppp P P

[@springbonnidreamer87]

Seems like Sonic got teleported to an alternate universe where his old rabbit design, Feels the rabbit is the main star much like Sonic. Tho here he acts like Oswald the Lucky Rabbit from Epic Mickey

[@caianclasen6622]

yeah, future 2028 year mickey's 100th anniversary the movie, game or comic...

[@togepiss]

Man, even the cut UFOs from marble zone made it in here. The attention to detail with these deep cut references is off the charts

[@audiocity1979]

I just don't know why some people don't like the replaced sunrise gate music.. I think it's catchy and upbeat

[@elumbreonespacial4361]

I think it's because the original theme is too good. That song has been in my head for years.

[@audiocity1979]

@@elumbreonespacial4361 well, their opinion ig

[@handlename88]

@@audiocity1979the original song was fucking heavenly bro, especially sunrise gate act 2 with the vocals in the background that had me feeling like I was meeting god himself. This new music is decent at best.

[@audiocity1979]

@@handlename88 I guess the new music needs to be on par with the old ones

[@dirtpants]

I liked the music so much I had to look up the composer, they have some good bangers on their SoundCloud!

[@PauloClassicStyle]

This is some next level fangame right there

[@PaulaJonez]

Without anything related to mania

[@omegaflowey9932]

10:28 Feels did a jojo reference!! 😂😂😂

[@5tuk149]

Not sonic doing the cd opening pose on every totem 😂

[@bubbles46853-ep9if]

Very nice. I'll still miss the old Sunrise Gate music. Especially Act 2.

[@Yousef77077]

Do the statues give you a boost in speed or something? They seem quite fun to land on.

[@morgman6845]

Words cannot describe how happy I am seeing Overture coming back. Can't wait for the full release.

[@earlysolarmanakayoannulric6095]

I feel a bit mixed about sunrise gate's new musics

[@gexforlife]

I love the nights styled lettering. Great Saturn esc atmosphere

[@Doreai]

Kinda cool having Sonic perch and scout from the top of a structure. Nice nod to the OVA film. The soundtrack is really soothing and enjoyable to listen to. Granite Zone his really giving me Marble Zone vibes though, but I will say, the swinging spike balls from Marble Zone swinging in depth from background to foreground instead of the traditional side to side was a great touch of evolution. That 3D boss fight at the end was really cool, I wasn't expecting that.

[@ThatGuy89002]

Oh shit didn't knew Overture was being worked on again

[@5tuk149]

Totems aside the game has stunning sprites and the link system is interesting

[@geminielectro]

Woaaah! It's impressive. What a surprise at the end of the game!!! I love the design and the animation of the characters. I'd love to see a full game.

[@patrickholt8782]

What is the name of that font for the combo system?

[@giantisopod]

Wow, Sonic fan games have come a long way. This looks neat!

[@cookie_user]

10:35 this laugh sfx is so funny

[@markurbanowicz6619]

It would be cool to see it on the sega Saturn!

[@Hearttoons2003.]

And Sega 32X

[@PaulaJonez]

Even works on the dreamcast as well

[@valmid5069]

Can’t wait for more content!!!

[@togepiss]

These vibes that i could only describe as Europe-inspired/classical/circus-y/serif-y? (i really can't put it into words) are ones that were present in elements of early sonic games, but phased out over time. It's nice to see that atmosphere be abundantly present in this game.

[@simunkekbeck8381]

10:30 Sonic looks so annoyed lmao

[@JadenFox9]

they brought back this one, nice, I loved this one

[@mileshenderson2433]

Wow,I wish I can listen this game's soundtrack! Especially Granite Zone Act 1,it even has a great reference to Marble Zone from S1!

[@ThisisTheUltimate]

It is really nice seeing this FanGame being back after so long! I've always loved the idea of it and the idea of exploring Christmas Island including even Max/Feels/Reto and Eggman's original design, and I like how the island and its zones looks Exploring Christmas Island officially it's not a thing I think it's necessary and it's not one of the things I want to desperatly see, but I love it being the idea of this game

[@gangstasonic97573]

I think this game needs a ranking system to emphasize the link mechanic more.

[@elumbreonespacial4361]

I think the links are just meant to be a little cool effect.

[@robertwyatt3912]

No that would suck ass

[@MarioSonicDKPokeFAN]

All these Sonic Demos! Are there any Sonic Fan Games that are actually complete?

[@SquantoShinyShorts]

Can’t wait to play it!

[@supernova105]

the way they turned a sonic 1 prototype into a better game than the og game is outstanding

[@agata6337]

I'm really sad they cut the previous version of sunrise gate, it was such a great song... other than that this is a near perfect demo

[@Horizons1]

Looks pretty, but the music sounds too much like the SNES sound chip. It’s just too slow and low, IMO. What is the deal with the totem poles? Do you get points or something for landing on them?

[@handlename88]

The poles are pretty much just used to gain lots of height and to go fast.

[@ecernosoft3096]

If this came out on the Saturn for real with 4x the resolution for graphics, I think it would make an epic saturn game.

[@challenge_merch4227]

Ngl this is gotta be like the smoothest sonic fangame ever existed.The effect when you killed a robot is fantastic

[@GUNUFofficial]

Do not feel the rabbit. *DON'T CREAM IT EITHER!*

[@handlename88]

this comment was NOT necessary💀💀

[@martinauld670]

That noise whenever you destroy an enemy is ear piercing

[@RobBonavoglia]

This is a work of art

[@SophiaXiaoyuAralaCran]

5:55 = Oops, um hey there... o.O

[@tjwizzy]

I find it funny how the Rabbit name was never Feels

[@A_Person_64]

Honestly, I just want Sonic Maker as the next 2D game. Also a Mario paint like function to add custom stuff to creations, would've been cool if you could use songs you created in your levels.

[@adamsaunders97]

Theres a game called Sonic Studio in the works. Search for it on KZbin, it looks really polished so far.

[@maxenswlfr1877]

There's a Sonic Maker fan game in the making

[@PaulaJonez]

The name is sonic studio

[@etetgg1364]

Pretty cool how Eggman first has is protagonist design. Might aswell if you're bringing back Feels!

[@Musicpunisher]

I NEED this for my Saturn !!!!

[@fraxedezbuenaventura3445]

Everyone Asking Feel:Why Are You Not In Any Of The Sonic Games? Sonic Overture And Sonic Superstars:Nuh uh We Adding Feel The Rabbit There (What If Cream The Rabbit Met Feel The Rabbit)

[@Marcel0_H3nrique]

Is crazy how some people still dont know Mr. Needlemouse yet 💀

[@ClockworkBastard]

Cool! Finally someone decided to add something new to 2D Sonic games! And the artstyle is 99% perfect!!!!

[@AGwolf2097]

what is that little firework whistle noise from? it sounds so familiar... is it fantavision? what is it? [edit:] no, I think it actually sounds like the credits fireworks from the YM2017 cartridge

[@dombomb64]

5:50 The egg did not just get a crack in it… 😭

[@authurstretchygreenthing8464]

This is amazing so far, but one mild criticism. The Granite Zone boss is a little too easy. I think Eggman should be firing at Sonic from the back end of that thing while the player also has to dodge some of those logs. Only with like a few shots at a time, though.

[@lamiamekni2802]

Hope it includes those nightmarish enemies from the concept arts

[@stephangamerpro15]

the background is like the background of the 1990 tokyo toy show sonic prototype background

[@stephangamerpro15]

in this moment 0:57

[@k0ff333]

I hope the creators of this game make a Ristar game

[@sodapopinz]

Cant wait tell 1996 this game will be worth the wait guys

[@jesseford2387]

wow!

[@thebeardedprince3505]

Definitely couldve seen this being on the Saturn

[@Gaia_BentosZX5]

This game could've been more merciful when trying to maintain a combo meter. I feel it drains too quickly...

[@tincanwhiplash]

OMG I LOVE FEELS SO MUCH ♥♥♥

[@_ArmIa]

It’s just “Feel”. In actual fact, the character is actually called Mach in this game as a nod to the cut Sound Test Band from Sonic 1.

[@mredbadger]

@@_ArmIahis name is actually Rabbit Skin

[@handlename88]

⁠​⁠@@_ArmIahis name is Reto/Max, actually. Naoto Ohshima said it himself.

[@Kitsune44X]

The totem poles break the flow of the level but by the by this is a beautiful tribute to the series as a "what if" spinoff.

[@d95amv14]

HERMOSO! ❤❤❤❤

[@jadynjamez3792]

Nice

[@Hank_HiII]

I wish this would come out on disc for sega Saturn lol

[@PhilBo-fp9mz]

Did Sonic Legends start first or this? Cuz they are similar to a t

[@CoriSparx]

If I had seen 15:53 in an official Sonic game as a kid I'd have lost my goddamn mind 🤣

[@franmartin8646]

should increase the amount of animation frames for Sonic if it's really going for the 32bit Saturn look

[@Jensaiti99]

People say that sonic mania is the sega saturn game we never got but they're wrong. It's this!

[@Simon_Electric]

Is this playable today? Where can i find it?

[@seijuroteichou5032]

I like the Christmas Island music from the first demo much more. With its remixes of original songs from Sonic 1... Also in this game it is very beautiful!

[@NinjaElectro0]

I really liked this fan game, it looks a lot like another fan game that I also really like called Sonic Legends

[@Davo255_]

It's because Legends uses Overture's 1st stage (Sunrise Gate), Legends is supposed to be Mania of Sonic fangames and it will mostly re-use stages from obscure/popular fangames

[@NinjaElectro0]

@@Davo255_ ok

[@Noobsaibot21]

The Chaotix vibes are strong with this one...

[@stellaviewer9849]

This graphics make it look like the 2D Sega Saturn Sonic game that never was.

[@AnimatedLoopHD]

Sonic fans make the best Sonic games.

[@matthewcolumbus]

5:59 how sonic met robotnik/eggman mind you sonic overture is a prequel to sonic 1

[@elumbreonespacial4361]

I think the team making this game is more focused on making a Saturn Sonic game. So maybe here they already know each other :/

[@ELEC-xv5wi]

They should have kept the same ost from the first ngl

[@SuperbitGamer-db6iw]

I hope feels will help Sonic

[@thanetastic5608]

Hm… from what I’ve seen, Feels or whatever people call him is more of a troublemaker and will get in the way during the stage, while Eggman is the real bad guy, since both boss fights were against him. If the full game is released perhaps Feels will have to team up with Sonic to stop Eggman.

[@NuggetsCru]

It's looking like a special stage 15:35

[@marcw2604]

My dream came true not as a young teen now in my 40s seeing this on Saturn hardware taking advantage of its 2D engines.

[@Jussara321]

The Sega Saturn logo appeared, so for those who want to play the original game, just download and play on a Sega Saturn emulator?

[@SEOcollege]

This. is beautiful. Well Done ~ French Kiss

[@artsyfoxy4791]

Was this originally called sonic legends?

[@theedwardian]

Some really cool ideas, but the clinging mechanic shouldn't be automatic, it messes up the momentum of the game. I love the aesthetic of stage 2, however. Very nostalgic, fits in perfectly with the tropical glitz of the early 90s. Also that final battle looks fantastic.

[@JPthepixel]

I’ve been trying to download it but it wont work can someone help me