Sonic the Hedgehog is a video game franchise created by Sega, starring the eponymous blue hedgehog Sonic. The franchise has been released on multiple consoles over the years, including the PlayStation 3. The first game in the series, Sonic the Hedgehog, was released on the Sega Genesis in 1991. The game follows Sonic as he tries to stop the evil Dr. Robotnik from taking over the world by collecting the Chaos Emeralds. The series continued to release many sequels and spin-offs, such as Sonic Adventure, Sonic Adventure 2, Sonic Unleashed, and Sonic Colors. These games introduced new characters, gameplay mechanics, and expanded on the story of the series. Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 was released for the PlayStation 3 as a digital download in 2010. The game is a 2D side-scrolling platformer, similar in style to the original Sonic games. It was followed by Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 2 in 2012. Sonic Generations was released for the PS3 in 2011, it featured both 2D and 3D versions of classic levels, with the player controlling both the classic and modern versions of Sonic. Sonic Lost World was also released on the PS3 in 2013, it features a new open-world style of gameplay, where the player can explore various levels and complete various missions. In addition to these titles, a number of other Sonic games were also released on the PS3, including Sonic Unleashed, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, and Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing. The series is known for its fast-paced action, tight controls and memorable levels. The series also introduced a number of characters that become fan favorites such as Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, and Silver. Sonic the Hedgehog series is an iconic and long-running franchise that appeals to a wide range of players, from long-time fans of the series to those new to the world of Sonic. The series has been praised for its fun gameplay and memorable levels.