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"There was that period in time, pre-Sonic, where it was, 'You're so lucky that Hollywood is even looking at you'"
Story Kitchen, a production company specializing in video game adaptations, discusses the booming Hollywood interest in gaming IPs. Co-founder Dmitri M. Johnson highlights the intense bidding wars for titles like Split Fiction and the evolving relationship between game companies and studios, noting that game developers now have more leverage due to the success of major game-based films and shows. The company mediates between the two industries, ensuring deals are made while respecting both creative visions.
See the 2026 Hallmark Anime and Video Game Ornaments
Hallmark has unveiled its 2026 Dream Book, featuring a variety of new anime and video game-themed ornaments. These collectibles include characters from Pokemon, Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Jujutsu Kaisen, and Sonic the Hedgehog, with release dates staggered between July and October 2026.
Fortnite Leaks Reveal Five Major Gaming Crossovers Coming Soon
Fortnite is reportedly planning five major gaming crossovers with titles including Minecraft, Sonic the Hedgehog, Kingdom Hearts, Masters of the Universe, and Crash Bandicoot, according to leaks. While an Overwatch collaboration has been delayed, Ben 10 content is confirmed for the item shop. These collaborations aim to attract new players and maintain engagement, though some players express concerns about brand overload and potential quality control issues.
Sonic X Godzilla Is The Wildest Crossover Yet - Here's Your First Look
A new five-issue comic mini-series, Sonic the Hedgehog X Godzilla, is set to launch, pitting Sega's speedster against the King of the Monsters. The crossover will feature Dr. Eggman attempting to harness kaiju power, with Sonic and allies like Shadow the Hedgehog standing in his way. The first issue is scheduled for release on July 15.
RPG Auto-Battler Orc Incremental Revealed
Orc Incremental, an auto-battler and incremental game, has been revealed by Nice Ride and Playsaurus. Players build an orc army, set formations, and use cards to make their forces unstoppable. The game started as a small project and evolved into a full release, with pre-orders available on Steam. The article also briefly mentions other upcoming game releases and events, including AION 2, Enshrouded's content update, Kodansha House in LA, the Final Fantasy VII board game Ascend the Shinra Tower, the Rogue Trooper movie, and the Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe.
Kodansha House Coming to LA’s Little Tokyo Starting July 2
Kodansha is launching an immersive pop-up event called Kodansha House in Los Angeles' Little Tokyo from July 2-12, coinciding with Anime Expo. The event will feature guest appearances by creators of popular manga like Blue Lock and Witch Hat Atelier. Additionally, the article mentions several other gaming-related announcements including a Final Fantasy VII board game, a Rogue Trooper movie trailer, a Sonic the Hedgehog cafe, a Metal Slug anniversary project, and an Elden Ring film adaptation.
Rogue Trooper Movie Teaser Trailer Released
The first teaser trailer for the fully animated sci-fi film Rogue Trooper, directed by Duncan Jones and based on the 2000 AD comic, has been released. The film features a voice cast including Hayley Atwell, Jack Lowden, and Sean Bean. The article also briefly mentions other gaming-related news including a Sonic the Hedgehog pop-up cafe, Metal Slug's 30th anniversary, ARC Raiders winning a BAFTA award, and upcoming film adaptations of Elden Ring and Dragon Ball.
Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe Pop-Up Coming to St. Louis April 25
SEGA and The Lunchbox Group LLC are launching a Sonic the Hedgehog Speed Cafe pop-up in St. Louis, Missouri, starting April 25. The cafe will feature themed food and drinks inspired by the franchise, with exclusive St. Louis-inspired menu items crafted by local chefs. The first 35 guests each day will receive a special giveaway.
ESA's iicon conference expands speaker lineup, with EA's Andrew Wilson joining CEOs of Ubisoft, Take Two, Riot, Savvy Games and more
The Entertainment Software Association's new iicon conference has expanded its speaker lineup, adding Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson. He will join other industry leaders including Yves Guillemot of Ubisoft, Strauss Zelnick of Take-Two Interactive, Dylan Jadeja of Riot Games, and Brian Ward of Savvy Games Group. The event focuses on interactive entertainment and its expansion opportunities across various industries.
New Sonic and Friends x Sanrio Merchandise Arrives in May
Sega and Sanrio are releasing new merchandise featuring chibi versions of Sonic the Hedgehog characters dressed as Sanrio mascots. The collection includes acrylic stands and button badge pins, which will be available as arcade prizes in Japan starting May 22, 2026. It is currently unknown if these items will be released internationally.
First 4 Figures reveals Sonic Adventure 2 statues
First 4 Figures has announced two new statues based on the game Sonic Adventure 2, featuring Sonic the Hedgehog and Shadow the Hedgehog. Pre-orders for these statues will open on April 23rd. The article also briefly mentions a new episode of Sonic Mania Adventures being released.
Massive Sonic Sale Hits Amazon as SEGA Continues 2026 "Forever Fast" Anniversary Year Celebrations
SEGA is celebrating the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog with a massive sale on Amazon, offering discounts on games, Blu-rays, and comics. This sale is part of SEGA's ongoing 'Forever Fast' anniversary year initiatives.
SEGA Sound Team on the success Sonic films have had on game soundtrack listens
The SEGA Sound Team discussed how the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog films has positively impacted listening numbers for game soundtracks. They noted that music associated with the films, particularly tracks related to Shadow the Hedgehog, saw significant increases in streams. The team also highlighted the synergy between film releases, DLC, and soundtrack launches, which benefited both new and existing music catalogs.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Is No. 9 Highest-Grossing Video Game Movie Of All Time After Just 5 Days
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has become the ninth highest-grossing video game movie of all time after only five days, earning $372.5 million worldwide. This article ranks the top 16 highest-grossing video game films, including titles like A Minecraft Movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and Pokemon Detective Pikachu, based on domestic, international, and worldwide box office figures.
SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains Stage DLC Live
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC for Lizardcube's SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is now available, featuring showdowns against Goro Majima from Yakuza/Like a Dragon, Dr. Eggman from Sonic the Hedgehog, and Death Adder from Golden Axe. A free update also adds a 'Hardcore Mode' and various combat adjustments to the game, which is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Joe Musashi Takes on Majima, Death Adder & Dr. Eggman - SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance SEGA Villains DLC & Free Update Patch Available Now!
The SEGA Villains Stage DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is now available on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One and Series X|S, Steam, and Nintendo Switch. This DLC allows players to face off against Death Adder from Golden Axe, Goro Majima from Like a Dragon/Yakuza, and Dr. Eggman from Sonic the Hedgehog. A free update patch also adds a new 'Hardcore Mode' and various gameplay adjustments.
Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Sega Villains DLC Review - A Second, Nostalgic Wind
The Sega Villains DLC for Shinobi: Art of Vengeance offers a nostalgic crossover experience with well-crafted boss fights against Death Adder, Goro Majima, and Dr. Eggman. While the boss encounters are a highlight, the DLC's stages suffer from repetitive combat gauntlets and underutilized platforming, making it a solid but uneven addition to the base game.
SEGA Believes Not Catering to Western Tastes Helped Sonic Music Go Global
SEGA Sound Team lead composer Tomoya Ohtani stated that the global success of Sonic the Hedgehog's music was not achieved by following Western trends. He believes the music's distinct identity contributed to its international appeal.
SEGA Believes Not Catering to ‘Western Tastes’ Helped Sonic Music Go Global
Former Disney executive Kevin Mayer believes The Walt Disney Company's CEO Josh D'Amaro should consider bold steps in the video game industry, potentially including acquiring a company like Epic Games. Mayer suggests this could help Disney increase revenue and stock price, while SEGA notes that its Sonic music has achieved global success by not solely catering to 'Western tastes'.
The best gaming April Fools’ Day jokes of 2026
Gaming companies participated in April Fools' Day 2026 with various humorous announcements and content. Notable jokes included a fictional hair-growing device for Hitman's Agent 47, a slightly lighter Sega logo, a dating simulator spin-off for PowerWash Simulator, a 10-hour livestream of a Pokémon running, a gender-swapped version of Satisfactory, and a mock series finale for Sonic the Hedgehog.