Graphics:

Billy Hatcher is oozing “Sonic.” Having a “Super Mario Sunshine tropical feel,” Billy Hatcher’s bright and colorful visuals are actually pleasing to casual gamers alike. Although the well-animated environments are certainly special, SEGA’s commitment to make this game very similar to the Sonic titles, make it look more of a “clone.” The camera system and design plague a solid frame-rate, sometimes hindering the many action-packed sequences in Billy Hatcher. The sad news is that Billy’s graphical design is so similar to its previous GameCube titles, that it makes some people wonder why SEGA isn’t capable of groundbreaking visuals as they were in the past.

Sound:

The musical score in Billy Hatcher is, well – suited for a much, younger audience. The game’s tunes are certainly well suited for the game of this caliber, that’s for sure. Being a good aspect most of the time, the up-beat rhythms in Billy Hatcher certainly won’t win any awards. Although the wacky and cheery lyrical theme song will keep you “lively,” the entire game’s music screams “childish” at your ears. The “chicken-inspired” sound effects will leave many gamers annoyed at several points of the game, with the menu system jarring as well. Gladfully, there are music options.

Conclusion:

Billy Hatcher certainly gets the job done with the casual, younger gamer audience. And although for adult gamers, the SEGA platformer may seem short-lived, those patient enough to warrant the entire game experience will feel rewarded, even despite many of the game’s gameplay shortcomings and kiddie atmosphere. Still, the title’s definitely a rent for those wishing to take on a surprisingly challenging platformer with a very underrated multiplayer mode to shake things up.