The gameplay of Sonic Rivals 2 is similar to the original game, which consisted of racing another character to the finish line of each stage in a platforming world rendered in three dimensions. The characters can still pick up various power-ups scattered over the stage to strengthen their attacks against their opponent. You also face the same challenge as your opponent in the Boss stages: you must defeat the Boss before they do. Players will continue to acquire cards even after completing a variety of tasks.
