Chaos Island Red Ring Overview
Chaos Island in Sonic Frontiers presents a more challenging environment than previous islands, with Portal Stages that incorporate complex rail sections and obstacle courses. Within each of the seven Portal Stages on Chaos Island (3-1 through 3-7), there are five special Red Rings to collect. Successfully gathering all five Red Rings in a stage contributes to a completion goal, which rewards you with a Vault Key. These Vault Keys are essential for obtaining Chaos Emeralds. This guide details the locations of these Red Rings to help you navigate Chaos Island’s tricky stages.
Stage 3-1 Red Ring Locations
The portal to Stage 3-1 is situated on a hilltop, across the caldera from the island’s initial spawn point. Many tracks in the area lead directly to it, making it a prominent landmark.
- Red Ring 1: After passing the first checkpoint, ride the grind rail to the left. Sonic will collect the first Red Ring as he travels along this rail.
- Red Ring 2: This ring is located at the second checkpoint. Ensure you stay in the center of the track to acquire it.
- Red Ring 3: Following a wide, sweeping arc on a trapeze, you will see the third Red Ring on the platforms directly ahead.
- Red Ring 4: This Red Ring is collected as you ascend a tall tower by utilizing springs.
- Red Ring 5: The final Red Ring for this stage is automatically collected when you swing on the last trapeze before reaching the goal.
Stage 3-2 Red Ring Locations
The portal for Stage 3-2 is found southwest of the White Emerald Vault. You can easily reach it by heading north from the area where the first Fortress enemy is encountered.
- Red Ring 1: When presented with the choice between using blue balloons or a ramp, opt for the ramp. This path leads to an orange boost ring that propels Sonic towards the first Red Ring.
- Red Ring 2: After a prolonged sequence of swing bars and a grind rail following the first Red Ring, you’ll encounter a cannon. Jump over this cannon and drop down slightly to find the second Red Ring before proceeding. If you accidentally hit the cannon, pressing the incorrect button will safely place you near the ring.
- Red Ring 3: Immediately after collecting the second Red Ring, continue using the swing bars to reach the third ring directly.
- Red Ring 4: During a long grind rail section that descends straight down, remain on the rail. The fourth Red Ring is located at the very end of this rail.
- Red Ring 5: In the final ascent of the stage, stick to the swing bars. The last swing bar before the goal will send Sonic to a boost ring, allowing him to collect the final Red Ring as he completes the stage.
Stage 3-3 Red Ring Locations
The portal for Stage 3-3 is situated on a small island off the western coast in the southern part of the map. Access can be gained via an obstacle course from the mainland, or by completing challenges until the Elder Koco on the island becomes visible on your map. If you have Elder Koco’s Scroll from fishing in the southeast, you can also teleport directly to the NPC.
- Red Ring 1: The first Red Ring is on a raised platform, found immediately after the initial section of the stage. You simply need to jump onto the platform to obtain it.
- Red Ring 2: After the large jump following the first checkpoint, upon landing, jump over the barrier to the left. This path, though difficult to spot at high speed, conceals the second Red Ring.
- Red Ring 3: This Red Ring is located on the rotating disc-shaped platforms in the middle of the level. Aim for the low route to ensure you don’t miss it.
- Red Ring 4: After sliding on a grind rail that leads into a large tower, eliminate the enemies at the bottom. Then, bounce on the springs to ascend to the upper floor. The floor will collapse, requiring you to adjust your jump to grab the Red Ring before falling.
- Red Ring 5: The final Red Ring is automatically collected at the end of the level when Sonic uses a zipline that transports him to the Portal.
FAQ
What happens if I collect all five Red Rings in a stage? Collecting all five Red Rings in a Portal Stage fulfills a completion goal for that stage, and you will be rewarded with a Vault Key.
Do I need to collect all five Red Rings in a single run? The sources do not specify whether all objectives, including collecting Red Rings, must be completed in a single run. However, the objective is to “Find all Red Star Rings,” implying cumulative collection may be possible.
Are there any Red Rings on Rhea Island? No, Sonic Frontiers’ fourth island, Rhea Island, does not contain any stages, and therefore no Red Rings.