The graphics and sound were praised. "Electronic Games" said that the game looked similar to older games. They said it did not use the Sega CD's special features very much. However, they said that this did not make the game worse. They said the music was what amde "Sonic CD" "stand above the crowd". The reviewers of "Electronic Gaming Monthly" ("EGM") said the game's animated cinematics and sound were good. however, they said that the frame rate decreases during special stages.