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Sonic Frontiers soundtrack surpasses 300 million streams
The soundtrack for SEGA's Sonic Frontiers has surpassed 300 million streams across various music platforms. SEGA sound musician Tomoya Ohtani shared the milestone on X, highlighting the success of making game soundtracks legally available for fans.
SEGA fête les 35 ans de Sonic the Hedgehog avec un Stream anniversaire exceptionnel
SEGA celebrated the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog with a special anniversary stream. The event featured surprise announcements and releases, including Sonic Frontiers – Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2, updates for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with new characters and a world championship, and gameplay reveals for SONIC PICO PARK. Additionally, Steam sales for the Sonic franchise were highlighted, along with new collaborations and a Sonic Live in Concert event.
Une collection Sonic x Olympique pour fêter la Journée olympique et le 35e anniversaire de Sonic The Hedgehog
The International Olympic Committee and SEGA have launched their first collaborative merchandise collection to celebrate Olympic Day and the 35th anniversary of Sonic The Hedgehog. The "Sonic x Olympic" collection features designs combining Olympic rings with Sonic characters and sports themes, promoting values of friendship, excellence, and respect.
SEGA faces backlash as Sonic the Hedgehog ARG sneakily asks for consent to train gen-AI on your data
Sega is facing backlash for its Sonic the Hedgehog alternate reality game, 'The Chaos Hunt,' which was discovered to be training AI models on participant data without clear consent. The marketing campaign, designed to celebrate the series' 35th anniversary, required users to agree to terms that allowed a marketing company, Community, to use their data for AI model training. This has sparked negative reactions from fans concerned about the increasing integration of AI in marketing.
Nintendo Switch 2 edition announced for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2
A Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2 has been announced for release in Japan on October 29, 2026. An upgrade pack will be available for existing Nintendo Switch owners, and a physical edition will bundle the game with the Infinity Castle – Part 1 Character Pass DLC. The game features over 40 characters and new gameplay elements in its Story and VS modes.
Sega Prime Day Deals Drop Popular Games to New Low Prices
Sega is offering significant discounts on several popular titles during Prime Day. Games such as Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Yakuza Kiwami 3, and Sonic X Shadow Generations are available at reduced prices.
Feature: 10 N64 Games We Played In A Wondrous Alternate Timeline
This article explores a hypothetical alternate timeline where the Nintendo 64 achieved greater market success, imagining 10 games that could have been released. It speculates on potential N64 entries for series like Fire Emblem, Tekken, Metroid, and Final Fantasy, and discusses what might have been if sequels to GoldenEye 007 and Super Mario 64 were prioritized.
Sonic Frontiers – Definitive Edition is out now on Nintendo Switch 2
Sega has released Sonic Frontiers – Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, coinciding with the blue blur's 35th anniversary. This version includes all post-launch updates, enhanced graphics, and improved performance. The original Sonic Frontiers, released in 2022, introduced an open-world setting on the Starfall Islands, which received mixed reviews but was praised for its engaging boss battles and traditional Cyber Space levels.
"Characters will come and go": Total War: Medieval 3 won't have skill trees because Creative Assembly want you to think in terms of dynasties
Creative Assembly has revealed that Total War: Medieval 3 will not feature skill trees, opting instead for a focus on emergent character traits and dynasties. This design choice aims to reduce repetition and busywork, encouraging players to think about the long-term progression of their ruling families rather than individual characters. The studio also confirmed an upcoming livestream focusing on playable factions.
Sonic x Olympic collection celebrates OLYMPIC DAY AND Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th anniversary
The International Olympic Committee and SEGA have launched a special-edition merchandise collection to celebrate Olympic Day and Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary. The collection features designs uniting the Olympic rings with Sonic and friends participating in various Olympic sports, highlighting shared values of perseverance and excellence.
Sonic The Hedgehog is being re-released on cartridge but there's a big problem
Sega is celebrating Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary with several new releases, including Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2 and two physical game collections. Additionally, iam8bit is releasing special cartridge re-releases of the original Sonic The Hedgehog and Sonic The Hedgehog 2 for the NTSC Sega Genesis, though these are primarily for collectors due to regional compatibility issues.
SEGA Celebrates 35 Years of Sonic the Hedgehog with Birthday Livestream Extravaganza
SEGA celebrated the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog with a special livestream event. The celebration included the surprise release of Sonic Frontiers - Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2, updates for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, new gameplay for SONIC PICO PARK, and announcements for Sonic Forces on Nex Playground and mobile. Additionally, a Sonic the Hedgehog franchise sale on Steam and an expanded Sonic Live in Concert tour were revealed.
Sonic Returns To His Roots With New Sega Genesis Cartridges
Sega and iam8bit have released new 'Legacy Cartridges' for Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2, compatible with NTSC Sega Genesis consoles. Priced at $99.99 each, these collector's items feature translucent cartridges, clamshell packaging, and instruction manuals, with a chance for a glow-in-the-dark shell.
Evening Reading - June 23, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers various gaming industry happenings, including Tencent's reported exits from Japanese studios, EA layoffs, and new game announcements like Montabi and Tanuki: Pon's Summer. It also touches on the upcoming EVO 2026 fighting game tournament and reflections on Sonic's 35th birthday and the legacy of 3D graphics in gaming.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Version 1.4.1 Is Now Live, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Sega has released version 1.4.1 for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, celebrating Sonic's 35th anniversary with the addition of Classic Sonic, his Mach Cyclone machine, and new anniversary music tracks. The update also introduces new gadgets, balance adjustments, bug fixes, and announces the "World Championship 2026" esports event with online qualifiers beginning June 30, 2026.
Games Inbox: Is Sonic the Hedgehog cooler than Super Mario?
This article discusses whether Sonic the Hedgehog is still cooler than Super Mario, exploring arguments about their respective attitudes, supporting characters, and modern relevance. It also touches on the high cost of new hardware like Steam Machines and the PlayStation 6, and Sega's struggles with its retro revival strategy.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds 1.4.1 update out now, patch notes – new content, improvements, changes, more
SEGA has released version 1.4.1 of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, introducing Classic Sonic as a new playable character along with his Mach Cyclone vehicle. The update also adds music from Sonic Mania and Sonic Superstars, new gadgets, collaboration decals, competitive balance adjustments, and bug fixes. A Sonic 35th Anniversary Festival is scheduled to begin on June 26th.
"Classic Sonic" Joins Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds In A Free Update This Week
Sega has released a free update for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, adding "Classic Sonic" as a playable character to celebrate the blue blur's 35th birthday. The update also includes a new Sega Music Collection, with Axel and Amigo scheduled to join later in August and September respectively. This content follows the announcement of Season Pass 2, which will feature DLC packs based on Godzilla, Evangelion, Pac-Man, Minecraft, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
Sega Announces Two Sonic Game Collections For Switch
Sega has announced two new Sonic the Hedgehog game collections for the Nintendo Switch, celebrating the character's 35th anniversary. The 'Classic Sonic Collection' and 'Modern Sonic Collection' will each bundle previously released titles and are set to launch in October 2026 for $49.99 USD.
All the announcements from Sonic’s 35th birthday
SEGA of America hosted a livestream event to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog. The multi-hour stream featured guest appearances and several surprise announcements for fans.