Well, I'm not exactly sure if my dad got it as a TEEN, but more like a young adult, when he still liked gaming. The max year he could have gotten SOnic 1 would be what, 1991? That's 19 years ago, so he'd be in his 20's I think.
Thanks a bunch! :) Looks like it runs perfectly which is music and candy to my ears!
Also, I think it's more of the original game. Reason: the bulk of the levels are the same as the original. Here's a comparison:
Sunny Shores = Green Hill
Dark Fortress = Marble
City Outskirts = Spring...