Knuckles Review Roundup: Critics Torn Over Divisive Sonic Spinoff

Ahead of Knuckles’ release, reviews have hit the Internet, and they’re proving unusually divisive.

Some love it, calling it an “endearing family comedy.” Others say it’s entirely inessential, and that it’s “not for non-fans.”

All six episodes of the Sonic spinoff release 26 April, 2024 on Paramount+. Read on below for our Knuckles review roundup.

In the meantime, Knuckles actor Idris Elba reveals what happens if Knuckles meets Super Mario.

Knuckles reviews

Gamespot: “Knuckles the TV show is barely about Knuckles the character, but it's an endearing family comedy nonetheless.”

The AV Club: “So should you watch Knuckles? If you have no idea who these guys even are, don’t worry too much about missing it—it’s not for non-fans.”

Game Informer: “Despite its sometimes fun and heartfelt moments, it feels entirely inessential.”

IGN: “Knuckles is an absolute riot. Wade Whipple’s over-the-top antics give the stoic echidna a much-needed foil, and the result is a laugh-a-minute road movie that just happens to be a six-part miniseries.”

GamesRadar: “Still, it’s a light, fun, and relatively safe adventure that manages to flesh out Wade and Knuckles just enough that you’ll be fist pumping a little more when they show up again down the line.”