Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (Renewed)
Bottom line: The Amazon Renewed Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Certified Refurbished with minimum 90-day warranty; main trade-off: cartridge only, no box or manual included.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Certified Refurbished with minimum 90-day warranty
- ✓ Guaranteed functional or replacement if the cartridge fails
- ✓ 11 levels plus hidden bonus stages for replay
- ✓ Two-character roster: Sonic plus Tails the Fox
Cons
- ✗ Cartridge only, no box or manual included
- ✗ Label wear: discoloration, tearing, or prior writing
- ✗ May ship in a generic box, not retail packaging
- ✗ Needs a working Genesis-compatible console to play
Manufacturer description
Cartridge only. Cartridge and/or label will show some wear, including discoloration, tearing, writing, or other cosmetic issues. Guaranteed functional or replacement.
SpecPicks Verdict
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Key Features
- This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box. Only select sellers who maintain a high performance bar may offer Certified Refurbished products on Amazon.com
- Race with Sonic and his friend, Tails the Fox
- Avoid obstacles and grab power sneakers to really zoom
- Addictive high-speed action
- 11 levels plus bonus levels
Full Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Renewed |
|---|---|
| Rated | Everyone |
| Type of item | Video Game |
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