Sonic Unleashed: 2 Open Source Clones Compared
Comparison table
UnleashedRecomp
Availability
- Status
- Playable
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux
- Play in browser
- No
- Mobile
- No
Project health
- Development status
- Active
- Last updated
- 3mo ago
- Stars
- 5,055
- Contributors
- 26
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Engine
- SDL2
Compatibility
- Requires original assets
- YesRequires files from a legally acquired copy of Sonic Unleashed for Xbox 360 (US or EU versions with Title Update).
- Modding support
- YesSupports a mod loader compatible with Hedge Mod Manager; mods use the same standard as Sonic Generations mods.

Sonic Unleashed Port
Availability
- Status
- —
- Platforms
- —
- Play in browser
- No
- Mobile
- No
Project health
- Development status
- Active
- Last updated
- 5d ago
- Stars
- 207
- Contributors
- 5
- License
- GPL-3.0
- Engine
- —
Compatibility
- Requires original assets
- Yes
- Modding support
- —
| Title | UnleashedRecomp | Sonic Unleashed Port |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Playable | — |
| Platforms | Windows, Linux | — |
| Play in browser | No | No |
| Mobile | No | No |
| Project health | ||
| Development status | Active | Active |
| Last updated | 3mo ago | 5d ago |
| Stars | 5,055 | 207 |
| Contributors | 26 | 5 |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Engine | SDL2 | — |
| Compatibility | ||
| Requires original assets | YesRequires files from a legally acquired copy of Sonic Unleashed for Xbox 360 (US or EU versions with Title Update). | Yes |
| Modding support | YesSupports a mod loader compatible with Hedge Mod Manager; mods use the same standard as Sonic Generations mods. | — |
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Known limitations
UnleashedRecomp
- gameplay: High frame rate glitches occur at frame rates above 60 FPS; game is considered beatable but some optional content may require 60 FPS lock.
- cutscene: Ultrawide aspect ratio can cause visual oddities in cutscenes when unlocked.
Frequently asked questions
Are the Sonic Unleashed clones on this page open source?
Yes — every clone catalogued here is an open-source project. Availability, license, and development-status details for each one are listed in the comparison table above.
What license do these Sonic Unleashed clones use?
UnleashedRecomp and Sonic Unleashed Port (GPL-3.0).
Do I need to own the original Sonic Unleashed to play these clones?
UnleashedRecomp and Sonic Unleashed Port require original game assets to play.
Which Sonic Unleashed clone is the most actively maintained?
UnleashedRecomp and Sonic Unleashed Port are currently under active development, based on recent commit activity. See the "Development status" row above for every clone's current status.
See the full write-up for each clone, or go back to Sonic Unleashed.