Fans of Sonic the Hedgehog can take a tour through the history of a game legend in Sonic Generations, offering both 2D and 3D game modes for Classic Sonic and Modern Sonic to navigate. In this Microsoft Xbox 360 video game, Sonic is enjoying his birthday with friends when the Time Eater appears and scatters the group across time. With Classic and Modern Sonic employing their individual talents and signature moves, this action-adventure game unites old and new as the hero restores life to normal. Sonic Generations includes sidebar challenges alongside the main adventure, with the addition of a Skill Shop for players to unlock abilities, shields, and even the original SEGA Genesis game. The music in this Microsoft Xbox 360 video game provides a nostalgic and eclectic fusion of classic and modern for listening pleasure. The open-ended menu in this action-adventure game offers some freedom and mystery to unfolding the tale while searching for keys to unlock the boss acts. Meanwhile, familiar game stages from prior Sonic instalments appear in Sonic Generations in HD resolution for exhilarating gameplay.