Sonic in Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure
About the Game
Sonic has joined the world of Dragon Ball Z! He has replaced Goku as the main protagonist in Sonic in Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure. Both of these characters are equally popular; this crossover is going to be even better for them. The mechanics of this game are going to be new to you, so we hope you’re prepared for it.
You can use Goku’s Nimbus to run, jump, or fly. This is the magic cloud that helps him with transportation. Complete each level by avoiding the obstacles and traps, and kill every enemy that comes in your way.
🦔 Sonic Takes Goku's Place
The most noticeable change appears immediately after starting the game.
Instead of controlling Goku, you play as Sonic throughout the adventure.
The hack modifies:
- Player character sprites
- Character animations
- Character portraits in some versions
Most story events, level layouts, and enemy encounters remain based on the original Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure.
🥋 The Original Dragon Ball Adventure Remains
The game still follows the storyline from the early Dragon Ball series.
You travel through stages inspired by events from the original manga and anime while fighting enemies and bosses from the Dragon Ball universe.
Key gameplay elements include:
- Side-scrolling action stages
- Platforming sections
- One-on-one battles
- Boss encounters
- Story progression based on Dragon Ball
Although Sonic appears on screen, the game's structure remains that of Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure.
⚔️ Combat and Platforming
Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure combines action-platforming with fighting-game mechanics.
Throughout the game you can:
- Punch enemies
- Kick opponents
- Perform special attacks
- Jump across hazards
- Defeat stage bosses
The Sonic sprite uses the attack system originally designed for Goku.
🎮 What Changes and What Stays the Same?
| Feature | Original Game | Sonic in Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure |
|---|---|---|
| Main Character | Goku | Sonic |
| Story | Dragon Ball | Dragon Ball |
| Levels | Original Stages | Original Stages |
| Bosses | Dragon Ball Characters | Dragon Ball Characters |
| Combat System | Original Combat | Original Combat |
| Official Release | Yes | No |
🌟 Why Fans Created This Hack
Character swap ROM hacks have been popular for many years in both the Sonic and Dragon Ball communities.
This project creates a crossover between two famous gaming franchises by placing Sonic into an adventure originally designed for Goku.
The appeal comes from seeing Sonic interact with environments and battles that were never part of official Sega games.
🕹️ EmulatorJS Controls (Game Boy Advance)
Keyboard Controls
- Arrow Keys = Move
- Z = A Button
- X = B Button
- Enter = Start
- Backspace = Select
- A = L Button
- S = R Button
Mobile Controls
- Virtual D-Pad = Movement
- A Button = Jump / Confirm
- B Button = Attack / Cancel
- Start = Pause
- Select = Select
- L / R = Shoulder Buttons
📜 About the Original Game
Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure was developed by Dimps and released for the Game Boy Advance in 2004 in Japan and later internationally. The game adapts several story arcs from the original Dragon Ball series created by Akira Toriyama.
This ROM hack uses that foundation while replacing the playable hero with Sonic.
❓FAQ
Is Sonic in Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure an official Sega game?
No. It is a fan-made ROM hack.
Does the game contain Sonic levels?
No. The stages come from Dragon Ball: Advanced Adventure.
Has the story been changed?
The game largely follows the original Dragon Ball storyline.
Do bosses remain the same?
Yes. The original Dragon Ball bosses and enemies remain part of the adventure.
Is Sonic playable throughout the game?
Yes. Sonic replaces Goku as the main playable character.
