News Sonic Frontiers Latest Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Balance adjustments and more
News That's A Wrap! The Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Movie Is Done Filming
A certain character has also been teased...
News Jim Carrey Returns As Dr. Robotnik In Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Movie
Update: Plus, new cast members announced
Sonic News
April2024
News Sonic's Third Movie "Takes A Lot" From Sonic Adventure 2, Says Producer
Sonic Adventure 2 marked Shadow's debut
The Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie is going to take a lot from Sonic Adventure 2, according to the movie's producer. Speaking to GamesRadar+ recently, Sonic 3 movie producer Toby Ascher explained how the third big screen outing for the blue blur would not only be a "giant, fun, incredible movie" but also one that...
News Sonic X Shadow Generations Has Been Rated In South Korea
It was announced for Switch in February
It's the "Year of Shadow", and with this in mind, the upcoming release Sonic X Shadow Generations has now been rated. As highlighted by Eurogamer, a rating for the title was published in South Korea yesterday. It doesn't reveal much else other than it's an "action" game and is suitable for "all" users. At the...
News Idris Elba Hypes Sonic 3 Movie As "One For All The Real Diehard Sonic Fans"
The voice of Knuckles has spoken
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is out in cinemas this December, and if you weren't already excited after the recent report Keanu Reeves would be voicing Shadows, Idris Elba (the voice of Knuckles in the movies) is now here to hype up the blue blur's third big screen outing. Speaking to Collider recently, Elba mentioned how...
News Keanu Reeves Will Reportedly Voice Shadow In Sonic The Hedgehog 3
Arriving in cinemas this December
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is due to arrive in cinemas this December and this time the blue blur will be facing off against Dr. Robotnik and Shadow the Hedgehog. There have already been some rumours about who might be cast as the voice of Shadow, and now according to The Hollywood Reporter "multiple sources" have told...
News Sonic Movies To Be 'Avengers-Level' Events, Says Franchise Producer
Knuckles TV series premieres later this month
2024 is going to be a big year for Sonic. Not only is Sonic X Shadow Generations landing on the Switch in Autumn, but fans will also be treated to the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie on 20th December and a dedicated Knuckles series later this month on 26th April (Paramount+). Regarding the latter, franchise...
News Sonic Superstars Exclusive Amy Rose Outfit Available In New Collaboration
Available until May 5th
Sega is still updating last year's side-scroller Sonic Superstars with all sorts of DLC, and the latest promotion is a new collaboration with the restaurant chain 'IHOP' to unlock an exclusive Amy outfit. According to the official PR, loyalty members can earn 'PanCoins' and redeem them for an exclusive Amy Rose outfit until...
Video Idris Elba Reacts To "Best Knuckles Impressions"
New series arrives later this month
Paramount's Knuckles series launches later this month and ahead of its streaming debut, a new promotional video has been released showing off Idris Elba (the voice of the lead character) reacting to his co-stars' impressions. You can see Elba's thoughts on Adam Pally, Scott Mescudi, Rory McCann, and Ellie Taylor,...
March2024
News Knuckles Paramount Series Gets A New Promotional Poster Ahead Of Launch
Howdy, Knuckles
The blue blur is back in the headlines this week with the Sonic 3 movie director Jeff Fowler yesterday confirming the latest movie has now wrapped. Apart from this, Paramount is also gearing up for the release of the Knuckles series, which will air on its streaming service next month. With this mind it's now released a new...
News That's A Wrap! The Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Movie Is Done Filming
A certain character has also been teased...
Leading the charge for a new generation of video game movies was Sonic the Hedgehog. After two successful live-action movies featuring star power like Jim Carrey, the blue blur is now back for a third big screen outing later this year in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. If you're wondering how it's all going ahead...
News More Sonic Game Rumours Surface Online After 'Sonic Toys Party' Leaks
Sonic Heroes on Switch's successor is the latest claim
Update [Wed 27th Mar, 2024 01:15 GMT]: Midori has now shared an update, claiming a Sonic Heroes remake is simply being "considered" by Sega, but is not in active development. If we hear any further updates, we'll let you know. Original article [Tue 26th Mar, 2024 01:55 GMT]: Sonic the...
News Leaked Trailer For Sonic's New Mobile Game Gives Off Major 'Fall Guys' Vibes
Are those... Chao?!
A trailer for a new Sonic mobile game dubbed 'Sonic Toys Party' has seemingly leaked and is currently being showcased by The Sonic Show on YouTube (update: the video has since been taken down via a copyright claim, but we've replaced it with an alternative from Sonic Station). Not only does the game's logo bear a strikingly...
News Miles 'Tails' Prower Creator Pays Tribute To Akira Toriyama With Crossover Art
Lovely stuff
Following the sad passing of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama at the age of 68, tributes have been pouring in left, right, and centre from numerous notable figures in the entertainment industry and beyond. One such tribute that caught our eye was a beautiful crossover drawing from none other than Yasushi Yamaguchi (more commonly...
News Knuckles Spin-Off TV Show Episode Runtime Seemingly Revealed
That's a lot of Knuckles!
Ahead of the launch of the live-action Knuckles television series next month on Paramount's streaming service, the show's episode runtime has reportedly been revealed. As highlighted by a Sonic fan and Tumblr user (via Sonic City) each episode is expected to go for one hour each. It's a six-episode run, so all up that's...
February2024
News Sega Implies That Releasing Sonic Superstars Next To Super Mario Bros. Wonder Wasn't Smart
You don't say
During Sega's Q&A session for its Q3 financial results (thanks, Nintendo Everything), the firm has finally acknowledged that releasing Sonic Superstars right next to Nintendo's own Super Mario Bros. Wonder probably wasn't the best idea. Though of course, it doe
News It Looks Like Maria Robotnik Will Appear In The Third Sonic Movie
Not a Shadow of doubt
We are still a little way off the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (the movie) which is set to come to cinemas in December 2024. But today, we have had an interesting look at what's going down on set with a pretty clear hint of the events to come. We knew that Shadow the Hedgehog was going to be cropping up in the third movie...
Random Sonic Superstars' Free Shadow Costume Is Certainly Something
The ultimate costume?
Sonic Superstars is celebrating the announcement of Sonic X Shadow Generations with a free Shadow the Hedgehog costume, and you can download it now for free (thanks Sonic Stadium!). Originally announced at the recent Sony State o
News Sega Reports 'Sluggish' Sales Of Sonic Superstars And Other Major Titles
But Pachislot is doing well
Sega has released its financial results for Q3 of FY2024, and it paints a somewhat disappointing picture for the company as it reports 'sluggish' sales of premium titles, including Sonic Superstars (thanks, IGN). In its Notice of Revision of Operating Results Forecast letter, the company states "In the Consu
News Knuckles Spin-Off Show Trailer Smashes Paramount+ Viewership Records
It hits hard, like Knuckles
The Sonic the Hedgehog live-action movies have broken all sorts of box office records so far, and it looks like Paramount could have another huge hit on its hands with the upcoming "six-episode streaming event" Knuckles, due out on 26th April 2024. According to Collider, the trailer for the new series (featuring the...
News Forget The Sonic Movie, The First Trailer Is Here For Knuckles' Spin-Off Show
"He just hits different"
We have known about the Idris Elba-led Knuckles TV series for a while now, but today we have got our first real look at what's in store thanks to a new trailer from Paramount. The "six-episode streaming event" — whatever happened to 'series'? — will air on Paramount+ on 26th April and is set to serve as a spin-off to...
News First 4 Figures Shares Sneak Peek Of Sonic 2 'Knuckles Standoff' Statue
Pre-orders open later this month
Ahead of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie and Knuckles Paramount series, First 4 Figures has shared a "sneak peek" of its new 'Knuckles Standoff' figure. This is the second statue in the same series which also features the 'Sonic Standoff' figure. As you can see, instead of Knuckle's look in the video games, it's...
Guide Best Sonic Games Of All Time
Gotta score fast
We're republishing this list in honour of one of the best Sonic games of all time, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which celebrated its 30th birthday on 2nd February 2024. It was back in 1991 that Sonic the Hedgehog — the blue dude with the most 'tude — first burst forth onto the Mega Drive in Japan and Sega finally presented a credible...
News Jim Carrey Returns As Dr. Robotnik In Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Movie
Update: Plus, new cast members announced
Update: IGN has revealed several new additions to the cast of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie. Krysten Ritter (Jessica Jones, Breaking Bad, Veronica Mars) leads the charge here, with many fans suspecting that she will play the role of Rouge the Bat in the upcoming movie. Alyla Browne (Three Thousand Years of...
News Sonic Superstars Celebrates 'Sonic X Shadow Generations' With Free Shadow Costume
Available later this month
Earlier during Sony's 'State of Play' live stream, Sega announced Sonic X Shadow Generations - a remaster of Sonic Generations featuring a brand-new Shadow story campaign. To celebrate this announcement, Sega is giving away a free item in its latest multiplayer release Sonic Superstars. From 15th February 2024, players...
January2024
Rumour Sonic Generations To Be Featured At PlayStation's State Of Play
Tinfoil hat secured
PlayStation is due to broadcast its latest State of Play event on Wednesday, January 31st, 2024 (that's tomorrow, folks), and if rumours are to be believed, we may see the return of Sega's 2011 platformer, Sonic Generations. The rumour originated via Nick Baker, co-founder of Xbox Era, who posted a cryptic tease that may be hi
PSA If You're Still Watching Sonic Prime, Season 3 Is Available Now
Sonic Vs. Nine
Netflix is cranking out new seasons of Sonic Prime seemingly faster than the 'Blue Blur' himself, with Season 3 now available to watch in its entirety. It doesn't seem that long that we were first reporting on the animated show and speculating what it would all be about, but now the story is kicking into high gear with Sonic going...
News Sonic Superstars Receives Small Update On Switch
Bug fixes and more
To start the new year, Sega has released a small patch for the multiplayer platformer Sonic Superstars, which arrived on the Nintendo Switch last October. According to the official patch notes, this will bump the Switch release up to Version 1.1.5. Here's exactly what has been changed: Sonic Superstars Version 1.1.5 (10th...
News Sega Sammy Announces 'Sega Fave Corporation' In Organisational Restructure
Amusement machines & toys under one banner
Sega Sammy, the company behind Sega, has announced an organisational restructure which will see the formation of a new corporation known as "Sega Fave". This will combine Sega Corp's amusement machines business with Sega Toys' toy business. According to the official news release, Yukio Sugino will lead...
Random The Golden Globes Is The Place For Top Super Mario Bros. Banter
"You ever make it to King Koopa?"
If you've hopped onto social media this morning, you've undoubtedly been inundated with coverage of the 81st Golden Globe Awards event. We're here to add to that, because we're nice, but also because it's kind of, sort of relevant to Nintendo. You see, when presenting the nominees for Best Original Song, artists...
December2023
News Sonic Prime Season 1 Is Apparently Getting A Blu-ray Release In 2024
Season 3 airs on Netflix next month
If you've been hoping for a Blu-ray version of the Netflix series Sonic Prime, you might be in luck. Ahead of its third season, which airs on the streaming service next month, it seems the first season of the show will be getting a physical Blu-ray release. According to an online listing, it's launching on 12th...
News Details On Sonic 2's Lost Stages Have Been Revealed
Including a lovely winter level
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is well known for its cut content, and while snippets of this have been teased over the years, The Video Game History Foundation has now presented what might be the most comprehensive deep dive into Sonic 2's lost stages (thanks, Time Extension). According to the video, three designers had
News Sonic Superstars Is Offering Free Holiday Costume DLC
"Spread cheer to the Northstar Islands"
If you would like to celebrate Christmas with Sonic the Hedgehog this year, be sure to check out his latest sidescroller Sonic Superstars, as Sega is offering a free holiday-themed item. This DLC dresses up Sonic in a themed outfit. You can change Sonic's look in the character menu, where you can also...
News Sonic Frontiers Latest Update Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Balance adjustments and more
Following the delivery of the "Final Horizon" update for Sonic Frontiers back in September, Sega has now released a brand new patch for the game, bumping it up to Version 1.41. It includes some balance adjustments for the game's "Easy Mode" and also makes changes to some of the controls for the new characters Amy,...
Soapbox 20 Years Later, Why Do We Still Not Have A New Sonic Battle?
Bare Knuckles
Soapbox features enable our individual writers and contributors to voice their opinions on hot topics and random stuff they've been chewing over. Today, on the 20th anniversary of Sonic's last fighting game, Paul looks back and wonders why Sonic hasn't in two decades... In the early- to mid-2000s, Nintendo handhelds were home to many...
November2023
News Shadow Sneaks Into View In 'Sonic The Hedgehog 3' Image Tease
Off and running, apparently
Paramount Pictures has released a sneak peek at Shadow in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie, scheduled to release on December 20th, 2024. Granted, we don't get to see much (they just had to cut off his head), but what we can see confirms that the character looks to be a pretty darn faithful recreation of the...
News Sonic Superstars' Sales Were 'Slightly Weaker' Than Sega Had Anticipated
Firm hopes it will eventually match Frontiers' sales
Sega Sammy has released its financial results for FY2024 Q2, confirming that sales for Sonic Superstars, released earlier this year on October 17th, 2023, were "slightly weaker" than the firm had anticipated (thanks, VGC). Despite this, Sega remains confident in the title, emphas
Video Digital Foundry's Technical Analysis Of Sonic Superstars
Sonic's latest side-scroller analysed
The latest Sonic platformer Sonic Superstars made its debut on the Switch and multiple other platforms last month. Digital Foundry has now uploaded a tech review, seeing how the Nintendo version of the game compares to the rest. All versions except the Nintendo Switch "largely share the same visual qualities"...
Random Sonic & Chill Is The Ultimate Chillout Music Album For Sonic Fans
Ah, so relaxing
GameChops and music artist Funk Fiction have released Sonic & Chill, a relaxing new addition to the '& Chill' album series featuring multiple tunes from classic Sonic games. Comprised of 14 tracks in total, you've got the likes of Chemical Plant Zone, Welcome to Station Square, and Hydrocity Zone to accompany you while you...
News Sonic's New 3D Action-Platformer Is Exclusive To Apple Arcade
Sorry, Sonic fans
Sega has revealed the Blue Blur is getting a brand new 3D action-platformer called Sonic Dream Team, the only catch is it's an Apple Arcade exclusive. This new title launches on 5th December 2023 and will see Sonic and friends race across 12 levels & four worlds to stop Dr Eggman's bizarre dreams from coming true. Apart from...
News Sega's Executive Director Wants Sonic Games And Movies To "Surpass Mario"
"That is my goal as a Sonic lover"
Sonic the Hedgehog started out as a rival to Mario, but since then, the two mascots have gone on to star in a number of games together. Still, this doesn't necessarily mean the days of competition are over. In a new Sega interview (translated by Noisypixel's Ryuji), Sega's executive director and self-confessed...
October2023
News Sonic Origins Plus Update Goes Live On Switch, Here's What's Included
Version 2.0.2 has arrived
Sega may have only just released Sonic Superstars, but that doesn't necessarily mean it's done with Sonic Origins just yet. The game has today received a Version 2.0.2 update. As highlighted by Sonic Stadium, this update fixes the "Tails in water bug". Beyond this, there have apparently been some additional bug fixes (via...
News Lego Teases Three New Sonic The Hedgehog Minifigures
Rouge, Knuckles and Shadow
Not long ago, Sega teamed up with Lego to release a Sonic the Hedgehog series featuring Sonic and friends across a bunch of different themed sets. Now, in an update, Sega has teased more minifigures are on the way - this time in the form of Rouge, Knuckles and Shadow. You can get a better look in this video shared on...
Poll What Review Score Would You Give Sonic Superstars?
Did this Sonic 'Trip' up?
Sonic Superstars marks Sega's grand return to the world of '2D' Sonic after the highly acclaimed Sonic Mania back in 2017. We thought it was pretty darn good here at Nintendo Life and awarded it a score of 8/10 in our review, stating that "this is the first original 2D Sonic game that feels truly authentic to the Genesis...
News Takashi Iizuka Explains Timeline Placement Of Sonic Superstars
After Mania and before Adventure
The co-op adventure Sonic Superstars made its debut on the Switch earlier this week and if you're curious to know where it slots into the overall history of the series, the head of Sonic Team Takashi Iizuka has now set the record straight. It apparently occurs after Sonic Mania and before the 3D entry Sonic...
Reminder Sonic Superstars Free Amy Rose Outfit And LEGO Sonic Skin Now Available
Get them while you can
If you got hold of Sonic Superstars earlier this week on the Nintendo Switch, here's your reminder that there's also some free DLC you redeem. As you might recall, if you sign up to Sega's Sonic newsletter before 31st January 2024, you'll receive a Switch eShop code via email for a modern Amy Rose outfit. "Sign up by...
Video Sonic Superstars Side-By-Side Graphics Comparison (Switch & PS5)
It's looking super
Sonic's new 2D adventure, Sonic Superstars, is finally here. The game has released on multiple platforms today, so the choice of where to play is all yours — what a treat! Some of you may already be tucking into the blue blur's latest (and we can't say that we blame you), but if you have been waiting to see how the console...
News Sonic Superstars Gets A Day One Update On Switch
Sonic's new game is finally here
The blue blur returns this week in Sonic Superstars and as part of this game's launch, Sega is issuing a day-one update. This patch bumps the game up to Version 1.0.5 on Nintendo's hybrid system. Sega doesn't go into details about what exactly this update does, but according to a rough translation, players should...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For Sonic Superstars
Here's what the critics think
Sonic Superstars launches next week and in case you missed it, we're still waiting on a Nintendo Switch review code. While we wait for the Nintendo Life review, we've put together this round up featuring a range of different scores. Our colleagues at Push Square have already delivered their verdict, so we'll start...
Site News So, Where's Our Sonic Superstars Review?
Superstarstruck
It's Friday the 13th and, in addition to a plethora of spookily-themed articles, you may have seen reviews for Sonic Superstars going live on gaming outlets across the web. And having seen those, you may have come to Nintendo Life looking for our verdict on the Switch version. And having seen this article on the homepage, you're now...
News Sonic Superstars Street Date Broken, Inside Cover And Cartridge Design Revealed
The official release is next week
Sonic Superstars isn't out until next week, but it seems some fans have already managed to get their hands on physical copies of the game. As highlighted by GameXplain, Switch owners in the US have secured hard copies ahead of the official release - revealing not only the inside cover but also what the game's...
News The First Review For Sonic Superstars Is Now In
Can it possibly live up to that superstar key art?
We're less than a week away from Sonic's return to the second dimension (well, not really, but it's a side-on platformer in the classic mould, okay?) in Sonic Superstars. After spending some hands-on time with it back at Summer Game Fest, this throwback to the classic 2D games was showing a lot of...
News Mario Producer: Sonic's Same Week Release Is "An Interesting Coincidence"
Wonder and Superstars arrive later this month
Mario and Sonic both have new side-scrolling games arriving in the same week later this month and it has been generating some discussion online. If you've been wondering how the developers of Super Mario Bros. Wonder feel about this, according to the game's producer Takashi Tezuka, the Nintendo team...
September2023
News Sonic Frontiers: The Final Horizon DLC Launch Trailer Highlights Tails, Knuckles & Amy
And it lands today
Sonic Frontiers' final free update, The Final Horizon, launches later today, and ahead of its release, SEGA has dropped a brand new trailer which shows off gameplay from all four playable characters. The Final Horizon will be available to download from 5pm PST / 8pm EST / 10pm BST today, 28th September, and will allow you to play...
News Sonic Superstars Will Apparently Run At "A Smooth 60FPS" On Switch
Producer confirms
Frame rates aren't necessarily everything in a game, but can be quite important if gameplay relies on quick reactions from the player. With this in mind, Sonic Superstars development producer and character designer Naoto Oshima recently confirmed the game would run at 60FPS, "even on the Nintendo Switch". Here's what he had to...
News Sonic Origins Plus Is Getting A Numbered Physical Edition Through Pix'n Love
Only 1200 units available
Sonic Origins Plus is getting a limited collector's edition via the retailer Pix'n Love, which will be limited to just 1200 units and will be numbered as such. Pre-orders for the product will launch on the Pix'n Love website on September 27th, 2023 at 4pm BST, with copies priced at €79.90 (roughly £69). As for what's...
News Sonic Superstars' New Multiplayer Battle Mode Detailed By SEGA
Online and local play included
Sonic Superstars arrives on the Switch next month and ahead of launch Sega has shared some brand new details about the game's multiplayer 'Battle Mode' feature. This mode will allow up to eight players online, or four players locally to go head-to-head in a variety of challenges. In this mode, players will take...
News Sonic Superstars Animation Features Fang The Hunter And Newcomer Trip
Meet the cast
Sega has released a new animation for its upcoming launch of Sonic Superstars on October 17th, 2023 called Sonic Superstars: Trio of Trouble. The animation clocks in at approximately 5 and a half minutes and features the brand new villain Trip along with the long-anticipated return of Fang the Hunter - formerly known as Fang the...
News These Character Themes For Sonic Frontiers' Final Horizon DLC Are Banging
Ohtani doesn't miss
Sega has released a new video showcasing snippets of new character themes from Sonic Frontiers' upcoming 'Final Horizon' update. Launching on September 28th, 2023, the update will allow players to take on the role of Frontiers' supporting cast, including Tails, Knuckles, and Amy as you explore new story content and challenges...
News Sonic Frontiers Gets A New Trailer For 'Final Horizon' Story DLC Update
Launching later this month
If September wasn't already busy enough, Sega is also releasing the final DLC for its open-zone adventure Sonic Frontiers. In this final free update, players can look forward to brand new story content featuring Sonic friends, along with some new playable characters as well as new challenges to take on. As part of this,...
August2023
Poll Mario & Sonic Face Off On Switch This October - Whose Corner Are You In?
Jump up, Superstars?
In October 2023, two of video gaming's biggest rivals will go head-to-head in a historic showdown pitting the platforming heroes and erstwhile rival mascots against each other in a manner that hasn't been this on-the-nose since the infamous console wars of the early '90s. In the blue corner, Sonic Superstars launches on Switch...
News PDP's New Switch Controller Includes A Collectible Sonic Figurine Inside The Grip
A Pikmin themed one launches this Winter
Video game peripheral maker PDP has announced a new line of officially licensed Sonic-themed Nintendo Switch controllers that contain a "collectible figurine inside the grip". This product is part of the "REALMz" accessory line, which also includes headsets. Here's a bit about this latest creation from the...
News Sonic Origins Plus Update Goes Live On Switch, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Includes one Switch-specific update
Apart from some news for Sonic Frontiers and the upcoming Sonic Superstars this week, Sega has also rolled out a brand new patch for its retro compilation Sonic Origins Plus. On the Switch, in particular, the opening animation quality for the game has been improved. Along with this, players can also look forward...
Random Giant LEGO Death Egg Robot Delights At Sonic Superstars Gamescom Booth
Brick by brick
Sega's presence at Gamescom has been keeping Sonic the Hedgehog fans very happy. And as expected, the booth for Sonic Superstars is appropriately decked out with the blue blur's newest adventure. However, there are a couple of other attractions that have been catching fans' attention — a rather gigantic LEGO display. We already...
News Sonic's Original Rabbit Design Is Being Added To Sonic Superstars – Digital Deluxe Edition
Get some exclusive content
At Gamescom Opening Night Live, SEGA finally locked in a release date for its new multiplayer platformer Sonic Superstars - confirming it will be arriving on Switch and other platforms on 17th October 2023. At the end of the new trailer, Sega also lifted the lid on the game's "digital deluxe edition". This will set Sonic...
News Sonic Frontiers: The Final Horizon Free Story DLC Lands In September
Tails, Knuckles, and Amy are all playable
The "climactic" free update for Sonic Frontiers will arrive on 28th September, bringing brand new story content and new playable characters to the open-zone Sonic game. In a busy night of news for Sonic fans, following Sonic Superstars' release date, The Final Horizon will allow you to play as Sonic, Tails,...
News Sonic Superstars Locks In October Release, Right Before Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Including a brand new battle mode
We knew we'd be getting some Sonic Superstars news at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023, and we got the best news possible — a release date. Sonic Superstars will launch on Nintendo Switch and other platformers on 17th October, which has been the rumoured release for quite a while. The brand new trailer showcased...
Random Action RPG Popful Mail Was Planned To Be Remade As 'Sister Sonic' On Mega CD
New details suggest US release was planned after Japanese backlash
You would be forgiven for thinking that Nihon Falcom's action RPG Popful Mail was a series. In fact, the game underwent so many reimaginings following its release on the PC-8801 in 1991 that you might find a drastically different experience playing it on one console compared to...
News Sega To Reveal Sonic Superstars News At Opening Night Live
Another "world premiere" incoming
Sonic Superstars will be launching at some point in the near future on the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms. To build hype for this brand-new multiplayer platformer, there will apparently be a "world premiere" for the blue blur's new game at Opening Night Live next week. According to the show's host and...
News "Sonic & Friends" Revealed As Animated TikTok Series
So that's what that trademark was for
Update [Tue 8th Aug, 2023 07:05 BST]: At the end of July, a logo for a "Sonic & Friends" trademark surfaced online. It had everyone wondering what it was for and Sega has now officially revealed it's a series of animated TikTok shorts. This series will be made available exclusively on TikTok, with more...
News Sonic Superstars Introduces Trip, A New Villain Designed By Naoto Ohshima
Newcomer joins Fang and Eggman
Later this year, Sonic the Hedgehog will return again with a brand new side-scrolling adventure in the form of Sonic Superstars. Players will take control of the Blue Blur alongside Tails, Knuckles, and Amy as they work together to take on the dastardly Dr. Eggman and the returning fan-favourite, Fang. In addition,...
Reminder Sonic The Hedgehog's New LEGO Sets Are Available Now
Gotta build fast
It's the beginning of August and that means Sonic the Hedgehog LEGO is now officially available in stores and online. Yes, if you missed out on that premium set a while ago, there's now a whole line of more affordable sets to select from. In total, this series is launching with five sets and includes Sonic characters like Amy,...
July2023
News Sonic Superstars 'Chaos Emerald Powers' Revealed For Every Character
Update: Powers shown off in new trailer
Update [Fri 28th Jul, 2023 20:45 BST]: Game Informer has shared a brand new interview with Sonic Team's Creative Officer Takashi Iizuka showcasing all of the Emerald Powers. All of the powers are the same among all four characters, except for the White Emerald's. Some can be used for movement, while others...
News Sonic Mania 2 Didn't Happen Because Sega Wanted To "Move Beyond" Pixel Art
"You kind of end up targeting a very specific core audience"
Sonic Mania is heralded by many of the blue blur's fans as one of the best Sonic games ever made. A sequel was a dream for many — more classic stages revamped, more brand new levels created, and those buttery smooth physics making a beautiful pixel art return. However, Sonic Mania 2...
Video Sega Releases Stunning Opening Animation For Sonic Superstars
"Coming this fall"
Following an ESRB rating for Sonic Superstars yesterday, Sega has now shared the official opening cinematic for the game. It's another stunning 2D animation featuring Sonic and the gang, even the returning character Fang is featured. According to the official description, the music has been done by legendary composers Tee Lopes...
News Sonic Superstars Has Been Rated For Switch By The ESRB
Game scheduled to arrive "this Fall"
Sonic the Hedgehog is getting a brand new multiplayer platformer this Fall titled Sonic Superstars. Sega hasn't actually locked in a specific release date just yet, but it seems the game is on track, with the ESRB in North America now rating the title for Switch and multiple other platforms. Unsurprisingly, it's...
News Sega President Teases Possible Sonic "Reboots And Remakes"
As well as other classic IP revivals in the future
Sonic the Hedgehog is arguably doing better than ever after his second movie release, the successful launch of Sonic Frontiers and the new multiplayer platformer Sonic Superstars - due out on the Switch and multiple other platforms later this year. Beyond this, it seems all sorts of "reboots and...
Video We Spread Some Love For The Sega Master System As Alex Shares His Childhood Games
From super good to Superman
Just last month, Sonic Origins Plus launched and threw us back into a speed storm of retro hedgehog mayhem. While we enjoyed playing through a lot of these titles again, we were a little confused about why the Game Gear versions of certain games had been included instead of their Master System counterpart. Will there be a...
News Sonic Chronicles Sequel Details Revealed By Former BioWare Lead Designer
The Dark Brotherhood ended on an unresolved cliffhanger
BioWare's DS RPG Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood was always intended to be the first entry in a series, however, the sequel never came to light due to a number of reasons, including BioWare being purchased by Electronic Arts. Now, however, Did You Know Gaming has uncovered some...
News Sonic Prime's First Episode Of Season 2 Is Out Now On YouTube
No need to wait for the Netflix launch
Following on from Sonic's birthday celebrations, Netflix is now gearing up for the launch of the second season of Sonic Prime on 13th July. Ahead of its release, it's actually gone and made the first episode of season 2 available on YouTube. It did something similar with the first episode of the original...
News Sonic Fans Treated To New 'Summer' And Manga-Inspired 'Shonen' Merch Lines (Europe)
Shirts, shades and snapbacks galore!
SEGA Shop Europe has launched two new Sonic the Hedgehog merchandise lines, giving fans of the blue blur yet another reason to spend their hard-earned cash on some seriously swish-looking goodies. The 'Summer' range, based on the infamous Sonic the Hedgehog lolly, is full of bright colours and cutesy designs,...
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Round Up The Reviews Are In For Sonic Origins Plus
Classic Amy is here
Sonic Origins Plus made its debut on the Nintendo Switch and multiple other platforms last week - adding Amy as a playable character along with 12 Game Gear titles. Now, as part of the game's launch, the critic reviews have been released. Here on Nintendo Life, we gave the DLC six out of ten stars. While the overall package is...
Guide Best Game Gear Sonic Games, Ranked By You
Drop dashing into Origins
With the release of Sonic Origins Plus on the Switch, Sonic fans can now not only play as the severely underutilised Amy in all four mainline titles, but there are now 12 Game Gear Sonic games to peruse and play at your leisure from the compilation's 'Missions' menu. Now, we're probably never going to recommend playing the...
Review Sonic Origins Plus (Switch) - Not Bad, But Sonic Still Deserves Better
Here we go again...
About this time last year, Sega released Sonic Origins—a compilation release that aimed to collate the first four (five if we count Sonic & Knuckles as a totally separate game) Mega Drive/Genesis Sonic games in one ultimate package with a bunch of extras thrown in. Though it wasn’t without its issues, Sega more or less...
News Sonic Frontiers Free 'Birthday Bash' DLC Is Out Now, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
New Game + speeds into the game
Original story [Fri 23rd Jun, 2023 16:20 BST]: Happy birthday to Sonic the Hedgehog! It's the blue blur's birthday today, if you didn't know, so it's only appropriate we have some way to celebrate, right? Well, Sonic Frontiers players will be able to download some free DLC later today. Sonic's Birthday Bash brings...
News Sonic Superstars' Release Date Might Have Already Been Revealed
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is scheduled for the same week
Sega gave blue blur fans another look at the upcoming release Sonic Superstars at its recent Sonic Central broadcast, but one thing it didn't lock in was a release date. It's due to arrive at some point in Fall 2023 and there's now apparently been "multiple retailer listings" for Sonic...
News LEGO Sonic Is Drop Dashing Into Sonic Superstars
Block off your calendars
During today's Sonic Central showcase, Sega announced that it is collaborating with Lego to bring Lego Sonic the Hedgehog to Sonic Superstars. The appearance doesn't seem to be anything more than an aesthetic change, but the visuals retain all the subtle nuances that have been showcased in the Sonic the Hedghog Lego sets...
News Sonic Central 2023 Announced, Get Ready For A "Sneak Peek" At Upcoming Projects
It will also celebrate Sonic's birthday
Sega has announced it will be celebrating the blue blur's birthday this Friday with a brand new Sonic Central 2023 broadcast. This stream will air on YouTube and Twitch.tv at 8am PST / 11am EST (that's around 4 pm in the UK) on 23rd June. It will feature a "sneak peek" of some of the upcoming projects from...
Random Amy Is No Longer The Damsel In Distress In Sonic Origins Plus Clip
"It's time to rewrite the story"
Amy has been getting a lot of well-deserved love in the run-up to Sonic Origins Plus' release at the end of the week. And Sega has released a fun little clip on Twitter, saying that it will "rewrite the story" of the beloved Sonic character. As we all know, Amy made her video game debut in Sonic CD on the Sega CD...
News Sonic Fans Are Already Really Mad About Sonic Origins Plus
It's not even out yet!
Sonic Origins Plus is just around the corner, launching on Switch this week on June 23rd, 2023. Along with adding a bunch of additions to the base Sonic Origins game, including Amy as a playable character and 12 Game Gear titles, it also marks the first instance the collection has been given a full physical release. As such,...
News Shadow The Hedgehog Won't Be In Sonic Superstars, Unsurprisingly
"Sorry" to all the Shadow fans out there
One Sonic character that will be returning in the future, but won't be featured in the upcoming release Sonic Superstars is Shadow the Hedgehog. During a chat with Shacknews earlier this week, Sonic Team’s Takashi Iizuka was asked about the possibility of Shadow appearing in Sega's upcoming multiplayer...
News Sonic Superstars Shows Off Amy's "Modern" Outfit, Free To Newsletter Subscribers
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Alongside the reveal of Sonic Superstars for Nintendo Switch last week, Sega also announced it would be offering a free "modern" Amy outfit to the game's newsletter subscribers. In a small update, the official game website has now shown a first look at this other outfit for Amy: To get this alt outfit for Amy, you'll need to sign...
News Sonic's Knuckles Series Adds Multiple New Cast Members
Idris Elba is also returning
We've seen a lot of Mario on the big screen in recent times, but what's the latest on Sonic's live-action universe? Well, in a new update, it's been revealed a bunch of talent has joined the cast of the upcoming Knuckles Paramount+ show. According to Deadline, Christopher Lloyd, Cary Elwes, Stockard Channing, Paul...
News Sonic Mania Dev Confirms Superstars Translates 'Retro Engine' Physics Into 3D
Super Sonic
If you weren't already excited for Sonic Superstars — the brand new 2D Sonic game, announced at last week's Summer Game Fest — then this news should get you rushing for those red sneakers. Christian Whitehead, the lead developer on Sonic Mania, has confirmed that the physics of Headcannon's 2017 retro hit has been "fully translated...
Hands On Sonic Superstars Is Exactly What Sonic 4 Should Have Been
A triumphant return
Despite the promising debut trailer for Sonic Superstars, a niggling feeling of doubt had crept into our minds prior to our hands-on session with the game at Summer Game Fest. After all, this latest side-scrolling effort from Sonic Team really has two things going against it straight away. Number one; aside from the spectacular
News Sonic Superstars Developed By Original Designer's Studio
Talks "fell through" with Sonic Mania dev
It's been revealed Sonic Superstars will be developed by the Japanese team at Arzest - a studio run by Naoto Ohshima, who is best known for designing the blue blur. Sonic Team's head Takashi Iizuka has revealed how the studio became involved when plans "fell through" with the Sonic Mania developers,...
Round Up The First Impressions Of Sonic Superstars Are In
Here's what the critics think
One of the highlights at the Summer Game Fest was the reveal of Sonic Superstars - coming to the Switch later this year. As part of this event, members of the games media and industry have been able to try out the game ahead of its release. We've put together a round up of just some of the early impressions and we'll...
News Sonic Superstars Won't Recycle Locations Like Green Hill Zone
Get ready to visit "never-before-seen environments"
Ahead of the launch of Sonic Origins Plus later this month, Sega has officially lifted the lid on the multiplayer platformer Sonic Superstars. It transports Sonic and his friends to a brand new mystical location known as the North Star Islands. While the gameplay mostly aims to maintain the...
News Sonic Superstars Offering Free "Modern" Amy Outfit To Newsletter Subscribers
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Sonic Superstars is set to include an all-star cast, but in case you didn't already know there's actually a certain bonus character you'll be able to get your hands on with a few easy steps. As highlighted on the official game website, anyone who signs up for the Sonic newsletter by 31st January 2024 will earn a "redefined look for...
News Sonic Superstars Includes "New Character" By OG Designer Naoto Ohshima
"That Sonic, and his friends will have to face"
One of the highlights at Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest was the surprise reveal of Sonic Superstars - a new entry in the series blending classic gameplay with 2.5D visuals. While we already know Dr. Eggman and Fang will be making a return, it seems the official PR has revealed even more juicy...
News Sonic Superstars Sees The Return Of Classic-Style Sonic With New Visuals
Speeding onto Switch in fall
A brand new 2D Sonic game has been announced at Summer Game Fest 2023. Sonic Superstars blends the classic gameplay style with 2.5D visuals. And it's launching on Switch this autumn. You'll be able to play as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy Rose in multiple 2D stages. New power-ups and abilities are being added, along...
News Sonic Origins Plus Physical Listing Says New Content Is "Downloadable Via Included Code"
It's not looking good...
If you've been hanging out for the physical release of Sonic Origins Plus later this month, you might want to read on. According to an in-store retailer listing at GameStop, the new 'Plus' content in the physical version will be a download code. To elaborate, the disc (or game card for Nintendo Switch) is apparently just...
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