Sonic the Hedgehog
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Certain developments at SEGA have been made possible due to the success of Sonic movies
SEGA president and COO Shuji Utsumi stated in a Famitsu interview that the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog movies has enabled certain developments within the company. He expressed hope that SEGA will fully leverage these new opportunities stemming from the films' positive reception.
Sonic vs. Metal Sonic: The Battlefield of Our Minds
This article discusses the rivalry between Sonic the Hedgehog and his robotic counterpart, Metal Sonic. It explores why Metal Sonic is considered one of Sonic's most dangerous adversaries, attributing his threat to his nature as a dangerous robotic replica.
Count Binface Is Making A Campaign Promise That Every Sega Fan Can Get Behind
Independent candidate Count Binface has called on Sega to reopen its West End Arcade and greenlight Shenmue 4 as part of his campaign for the Clacton-on-Sea by-election. He also expressed a desire to see the return of Sega World in London and the original Sonic the Hedgehog. This campaign effort follows a viral fake Shenmue 4 trailer that Ys Net condemned.
Amy Rose: The Importance of a Meek and Gentle Spirit
This article discusses Amy Rose's character within the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, highlighting her gentle spirit as a unique strength among her more combative teammates. It explores her role as the heart of Team Sonic and her importance in defining the series' narrative.
A new retro and gaming exhibition arrives next month at Kingston University
Kingston University is hosting a free retro and gaming exhibition from August 5th to 11th, featuring over 60 playable machines from the 1970s to the present day. The exhibition, organized by the Archive of Retro Computing at Kingston University (ARC@KU), will showcase classic titles and consoles like Sonic the Hedgehog, Pac-Man, Tomb Raider, ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64, and Atari 2600. The event aims to celebrate and preserve video game history, making it accessible to the public.
Knuckles: The True Strength of a Warrior
This article analyzes Knuckles' role as a powerful warrior within the Sonic the Hedgehog universe. It highlights his formidable strength and his dedication to supporting his teammates and protecting others in need.
Tails and the Secret to Having Joy at All Times
This opinion piece discusses the character of Tails from the Sonic the Hedgehog series, exploring his perspective on maintaining joy amidst constant planetary threats. The article touches upon the character's role in the ongoing battles faced by Team Sonic.
WRUP: Sonic the Hedgehog As Played In Kyle’s Basement edition
This week's 'What Are You Playing' roundup features staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Sonic the Hedgehog, Palworld, Final Fantasy XIV, Warframe, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, among others. The discussion also touches on game updates and personal preferences for dried fruits.
Sonic and Shadow: Parallel Pains, Diverging Destinies
This article draws parallels between the character journeys of Sonic and Shadow the Hedgehog, highlighting their shared experiences of loss and adversity. It explores how these similar pains have led them down diverging paths and shaped their individual destinies within the franchise.
This Hallmark PlayStation ornament uses the power-up sound, and it'll tip '90s kids into nostalgia overload
Hallmark has released a new PlayStation console ornament that plays the iconic startup sound and lights up when the power button is pressed, aiming to evoke nostalgia for '90s gamers. This ornament is part of Hallmark's 2026 collection, which also features ornaments for other popular gaming franchises like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Pokémon, and Mario Kart.
Sonic the Hedgehog: Gotta Go FAST
This article discusses the defining characteristic of Sega's mascot, Sonic the Hedgehog: his incredible speed. The piece explores how "Gotta Go FAST" has become synonymous with the character's identity throughout his many years in gaming.
Sunday Postmortems/Retrospectives
This article touches on two separate topics: how Sonic the Hedgehog's creators inadvertently created a Christmas game, and the original locations used by Remedy Entertainment for photo references in Max Payne. It appears to be a collection of retrospective pieces.
SEGA president: “Sonic kind of exists as a symbol for SEGA”
SEGA president Shuji Utsumi stated that the Sonic the Hedgehog series is a symbol for the company, and its success directly impacts SEGA's overall performance. Despite the series' varied history, it remains SEGA's flagship franchise.
SEGA talks importance of Sonic, failing to reach its goal, wanted new game to sell more
SEGA president Shuji Utsumi discussed the importance of Sonic the Hedgehog as a symbol for the company and how its success, particularly the movie, can boost other IPs. He also acknowledged that SEGA did not meet its goals for global expansion of Sonic titles last year and that the latest Sonic game did not sell as well as hoped, leading to measures to improve sales power.
Growing Up With Sonic the Hedgehog
This article reflects on the enduring legacy of Sonic the Hedgehog as he celebrates his 35th anniversary, comparing his character development and accomplishments to the author's personal growth. It highlights Sonic's consistent personality, his impact on players, and his ability to overcome challenges, drawing parallels between the fictional hedgehog's adventures and the author's own life experiences.
The Lego Sega Genesis Console is a great retro build with just a few small frustrations
The Lego Sega Genesis Console set offers an excellent value for retro gaming fans, accurately recreating the iconic 16-bit console and its controllers at about 60% scale. Despite minor frustrations with sticker application and some instruction quirks, the set boasts impressive attention to detail, including a hidden Sonic the Hedgehog portrait, and allows for display as either the Genesis or Mega Drive version.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
A sneak peek for the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog, titled 'Memories And Beyond', was presented at AX. The event highlighted the franchise's history and upcoming celebrations.
SEGA gives fans a sneak peek at 35th anniversary animation Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond
SEGA is celebrating the 35th anniversary of its iconic Sonic the Hedgehog franchise with a new animated series titled Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond. The animation features characters like Metal Sonic, Knuckles, and Amy in fast-paced fight scenes.
Our fave Nintendo 64 memories! Pure Nintendo Podcast E168
The Pure Nintendo Podcast hosts Jemma, Trev, and Kirk reminisce about their favorite memories of the Nintendo 64 in celebration of its 30th anniversary. The episode also touches on the anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog, discusses new demos available on the Nintendo Switch, and covers various games the hosts have been playing, including Dave the Diver and Untitled Goose Game.
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.
