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Malice vs Sonic Colors

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Malice
MaliceResurrected demi‑goddess battles the Crow Army across fractured worlds
Sonic Colors
Sonic ColorsFast-paced platforming with vibrant colors and power‑up Wisps.
Overview
Description

In this action‑adventure platformer you control Malice, a demi‑goddess stripped of her powers and resurrected by Death. Armed with quirky weapons like the Mace of Clubs, Clockwork Hammer, and Quantum Tuning Fork, you traverse multiple realms to defeat the rising Crow Army and confront the evil Dog God. Along the way, Malice learns elemental magic to solve hazards and unlock new pathways, blending combat and puzzle‑solving in a single‑player experience. The game’s dark fantasy setting and varied weaponry deliver a distinctive PS2 adventure for fans of classic platformers.

Sonic Colors is a platforming adventure starring Sonic the Hedgehog as he battles Dr. Eggman in an intergalactic amusement park. The game blends 3D third‑person runs with side‑scrolling sections and introduces Wisps, alien power‑ups that grant new abilities. Released worldwide for Wii and Nintendo DS in November 2010, the title offers both single‑player and multiplayer modes, appealing to younger gamers and families with its colorful visuals and accessible difficulty.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Platformers
Best for
Action‑platform fans seeking solo adventure
Kids and family gamers
Specifications
General
msrp
$49.99−17%
$59.99
release date
2004-04-30
2010-11-11
Specifications
developer
Argonaut Games
Sonic Team
publisher
Mud Duck Productions, Evolved Games
Sega
age rating
ESRB T
PEGI 3, ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
—
75/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Rich and varied weapon arsenal
  • Deep elemental magic system
  • Engaging solo storyline
  • Challenging platforming sections
  • Vibrant, eye‑catching visuals
  • Innovative Wisp power‑up system
  • Blend of 3D and side‑scrolling gameplay
  • Family‑friendly difficulty curve
Cons
  • Graphics show their PS2 age
  • Camera can be difficult in tight spaces
  • Overall game length is relatively short
  • Limited platform availability (Wii/DS only)
  • Some level designs feel repetitive
  • Multiplayer options are basic
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The Verdict

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Sonic Colors offers family‑friendly, colorful platforming with multiplayer on Wii/DS, while Malice delivers a darker solo adventure on PS2 with richer combat but dated graphics.

Key differences

  • •Multiplayer: Sonic Colors includes multiplayer mini‑games; Malice is single‑player only.
  • •Platform availability: Sonic Colors limited to Wii and DS; Malice only on PS2.
  • •Target audience: Sonic Colors aimed at kids/families; Malice targets action‑platform fans seeking solo challenge.
  • •Combat depth: Malice features three weapons and elemental magic; Sonic Colors focuses on Wisp power‑ups.
  • •Graphics era: Sonic Colors (2010) has newer visuals; Malice (2004) shows PS2‑age graphics.
DimensionWinner

Gameplay & fun factor

Sonic Colors blends 3D and side‑scrolling with vibrant visuals and easy controls, appealing to a wider range of players.

Sonic Colors

Platform availability

Malice runs on PS2, a single legacy console, whereas Sonic Colors is limited to Wii and DS only.

Malice

Price & value

Malice costs $49.99 versus Sonic Colors $59.99, offering lower upfront cost.

Malice

Multiplayer / co‑op

Sonic Colors includes both single‑player and multiplayer modes; Malice is single‑player only.

Sonic Colors

Content & replayability

Sonic Colors adds multiplayer mini‑games and varied level designs, giving more replay options than Malice’s solo campaign.

Sonic Colors

Difficulty & accessibility

Sonic Colors is rated ESRB E and PEGI 3, designed for easy controls; Malice is ESRB T with tougher platforming and camera issues.

Sonic Colors

Graphics & performance

Sonic Colors (2010) has newer, more vibrant graphics than Malice’s PS2‑era visuals.

Sonic Colors

Choose Malice if…

Players seeking a solo, combat‑focused platformer and willing to accept older graphics.

Choose Sonic Colors if…

Families or casual gamers wanting colorful platforming with multiplayer.

Common questions

Which game is cheaper?

Malice costs $49.99; Sonic Colors costs $59.99.

Do either of the games support multiplayer?

Only Sonic Colors offers multiplayer mini‑games; Malice is single‑player only.

What age rating is each game?

Sonic Colors is ESRB E (PEGI 3); Malice is ESRB T.