There's a good reason 2D Sonic had histun, levels under 8 minutes, didn't have 20 minutes of voiced over cutscenes, or made a huge focus on new characters we dont care about: it breaks the pace of the game and it makes it feel like a complete chore to play.

Feels like a mix of Dimps-Era Sonic with a slight hint of Gunstar heroes but with even more automated sequences, unsatisfying physics and unrewarding platforming.

Not horrible but just play Sonic Mania