- For other robotic versions of Knuckles, see Mecha Knuckles.
Template:Character Metal Knuckles is a robotic version of Knuckles who appeared in Sonic R as an unlockable character. It was created by Dr. Robotnik, and its abilities are similar to Knuckles'.
Appearances
Sonic R
To unlock him in Sonic R, the player needs to collect all 5 Sonic tokens in Reactive Factory, finish in at least 3rd, then beat him in a one-on-one race.
Sonic Channel featured a Japanese profile of Metal Knuckles. Translated, it states,
"As with Sonic, Eggman prepared this secret weapon for the sake of overthrowing Knuckles, considering his existence to be a hindrance. Having the same power plant as Metal Sonic, speed and acceleration power are high, but like Knuckles, this robot can glide from high places."
Appearance requirements: Collect 5 tokens in Reactive Factory in Grand Prix mode and finish better than fourth place to begin a one-on-one match with Metal Knuckles. Win this race and Metal Knuckles will become a possible choice on the character select screen.
Key Advice:
- Low turning ability. To turn without losing control, the player must decelerate.
- Due to inertia, traveling on water is possible. Falling in the water may cause Metal Knuckles to become confused.
- From a high place, aim at a shortcut without pausing.
Appearances in Other Media
Archie Comics
Metal Knuckles also appears in Archie Comic's Sonic Universe #37 as part of the Metal Series, along with Metal Sonic, Metal Tails, and Mecha Sally.
Gallery
| Gallery |
|---|
| Playable characters | Sonic (Super Sonic) | Tails | Knuckles | Amy | Dr. Robotnik | Metal Sonic | Tails Doll | Metal Knuckles | Eggman Robo | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-playable characters | Animals (Flicky) | |
| Courses | Resort Island | Radical City | Regal Ruin | Reactive Factory | Radiant Emerald | |
| Moves/ Techniques |
Crouch | Double Jump | Flying | Gliding | Homing Missile | Spin Attack | Spin Dash Roll | Turbo Boost | |
| Gimmicks and obstacles | Accelerator | Balloon | Bumper | Ring Gate | Spring | Triangle Bumper | |
| Items | Chaos Emerald | Item Panel (Numbered Item Panel (5 Rings), Numbered Item Panel (10 Rings), Numbered Item Panel (20 Rings), Fleet Feet, Lightning Shield, Water Shield) | Ring | Sonic Token | |
| Music | Songs | "Back in Time" | "Can You Feel the Sunshine?" | "Diamond in the Sky" | "Living in the City" | "Super Sonic Racing" | "Work It Out" | "You're My Number One" |
| Albums | Sonic R | |
| Other | Egg Mobile | Loop | Music Test | Sonic R (LCD game) | Sonic R Official Guide | South Sea | Time Attack | |
| V·T·E | Category | ||