Sonic Frontiers shows off "traditional, fast-paced" Cyber Space levels in new trailer

First impressions of Sonic Frontiers have, it’s fair to say, been mixed – but Sega is forging ahead regardless, now offering a look at the game’s rendition of Cyber Space, where more “traditional, fast-paced” Sonic stages can be found.

Revealed during today’s busy Nintendo Direct, Cyber Space is a mysterious digital realm that can be reached by uncovering ancient entrances around Starfall Islands – a cluster of landmasses incorporating Kronos Island, the lush area seen in Sonic Frontiers’ divisive first trailers.

In order to unlock the Cyber Space entrances, players will first need to earn Portal Gears by solving puzzles and completing challenges around the “open zone” map. Once in Cyber Space, they can try their hand at “traditional, fast-paced, speed running action platforming” – linear stages more in line with classic Sonic action – earning Vault Keys required to progress further.

Alongside today’s video reveal, Sega has offered a refresher on some of Frontiers’ other new features, including “Cyloop”, a new ability Sonic can learn that creates a band of light mirroring his tracks. This can be used to surround enemies, items, and areas, with differing effect, and will help uncover more of Starfall Islands’ secrets.