Best way to play this game. Definitely top 3 Sonic games ever, and in my opinion, just a fun game to replay from time to time. Whenever I just want to wind down, and relax, I just throw this on and listen to a video essay, or lecture in the background. Multiple characters with their own playstyle, and mods to create the best Sonic 3 you want, you can't go wrong with this version.

If you can, though, support the official release. Origin's version of Sonic 3 is a good alternative, thanks to the Ultrafix mod, so if you're willing to throw down some cash, get it on Steam and install that mod.

This, and Sonic Mania, are 2D Sonic at it's finest.