Sonic & Knuckles

Genesis / Mega Drive1 port project

Target platformsWindows

SonicAndKnucklesRecomp

Experimental
by mstan★ 18Updated 2026-10-22
Windows
Devices
Windows x64 v0.5.3; older Linux v0.5.2 is not the selected target
Assets
Your own matching Sonic & Knuckles Genesis ROM; accepted CRC32 0658F691. Each of the three game programs requires its corresponding cartridge.
Notes
Native 68000 recompilation. The release checks original stage routes and retained native state; not every ending/alternate route is certified. Keep normal cartridge saves when updating. Extra imported campaigns and Mighty/Shadow shown in newer source are not included in v0.5.3. Extra-game mods need their own inputs. Current selection is Windows v0.5.3; Linux downloads remain at v0.5.2.
Approach
Static recompilation
Source platform
Genesis / Mega Drive
Version
v0.5.3 · 2026-10-18
Port Overview & FAQ

What native port or recompilation (recomp) projects exist for Sonic & Knuckles?

Sonic & Knuckles has 1 documented community project: SonicAndKnucklesRecomp (mstan/Sonic3AndKnucklesRecomp:sonick). Technical approach: Static recompilation. Documented target platforms: Windows.

What game files or assets are required to run SonicAndKnucklesRecomp?

Your own matching Sonic & Knuckles Genesis ROM; accepted CRC32 0658F691. Each of the three game programs requires its corresponding cartridge.