In a recent interview with ComicBook.com, Sega's director of animation Yukio Kusumoto spoke about the animated shorts released for Sonic Mania and Team Sonic Racing.
Known officially as Sonic Mania Adventures and Team Sonic Racing: Overdrive, the plan is to now release more series like this for future Sonic games. Here's the full exchange:
Q: You know, given the response and the fact that there's now been two series, I have to ask, what are you working on now? Can we expect similar animated shorts going forward for Sonic titles?
Yukio Kusumoto: I can say we have a plan of continuing this trend creating short-form content per game release, and we can't announce yet, but several projects have been planned; for those projects, we are in early development, but yes, we will continue releasing this type of content.
The reason behind this decision is partly tied to the positive reaction from fans. And in case you haven't' seen them before, here are both of the animations:
Are you glad to hear Sonic will be receiving more game-related animations in the future? Tell us below.
[source comicbook.com]
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I’m happy to hear it! These animations so far are pretty fun, and don’t seem to annoy the non sonic fans, so I’m pleased to hear we’re getting more of em!
Don’t get me wrong; I love the shorts. But where’s Sonic Mania 2?
Ooo! Managed to get in before the obligatory “sonic games are bad” comment. For those looking for that, keep scrolling down. I’m sure it turn up eventually.
I for one am glad to hear that. I love the shorts that are available on YouTube.
@PBandSmelly and there it is! What kept you?
The ultra expressive designs we see in those animations are better suited for the classic-style characters.
It looks so out of place with the modern cast, I just can't handle clown Knuckles when he was so cool and serious in Heroes, Sonic X, and 06.
I enjoy watching a 5-7 minute Sonic short whenever a new game is out. What I don't enjoy are Sonic games that last just as long like...Forces.
Anyway, it's good to hear more are coming because they do a decent job of capturing the feel of the series. They may be a bit lighthearted but that's fine as long as it stands between Sonic Lost World's stupidity and Shadow the Hedgehog's grim tone.
As long there is "Sonic Says" at the end. It's funny
I'm happy and all, but I would like a Sonic Mania sequel.
I'm hoping to see more Classic games and appearances.
I love shorts! They're comfy and easy to watch!
Fantastic news. Should be included in games too.
The mania and sonic team racing ones were good.
That's great and all, but where's my Sonic Boom season 3?!
(Yes, I am joking.)
Eh. I haven't watched a Sonic toon since Freedom Fighters.
Excellent idea. They were a fun use of the characters that felt right.
This news makes this fan happy. Enjoyed both the Sonic Mania Adventures and Team Sonic Racing Overdrive series. Looking forward to what animation they come up with for the next game.
I cannot wait to see more of these shorts, but i am hoping it becomes a full series q u q!! i love it too much <3!
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