Sonic the Hedgehog launched for the Sega Genesis in 1991, and its springs became a core way to reach higher routes, bounce across gaps and keep momentum through Green Hill Zone and later levels. The spring effect stayed consistent across sequels and ports, so players learned it as a signal for instant height. Fans later ripped the classic game sounds for soundboards and edits, where this boing sits naturally beside the Mario Jump as a shared piece of platformer nostalgia that still signals a launch without any explanation.