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SEGA announces Sonic’s 35th birthday bash with games, guests and more
SEGA is celebrating Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th birthday with a special event featuring games, guests, and music. The company will also be raising money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital during the event, which will be hosted by streamers like Jacki Jing.
Sonic Pico Park brings together the best of both series
Sonic Pico Park is a co-op puzzle game developed by Tecopark that merges the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise with the Pico Park series. Players team up with up to eight participants, choosing either a Sonic character or a classic Pico Park cat, to navigate platforming puzzles and reach the finish line. The game incorporates familiar Sonic mechanics like rings and character abilities such as Tails' flight and Knuckles' glide, alongside classic Pico Park elements like stacking and tethered puzzles. Sonic Pico Park is set to release on PC later this year.
Sega says it made a 'life-sized figure containing Sonic's DNA,' and I have a few questions
Sega is celebrating the 35th anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog with a life-sized "Sonic the Hedgehog DNA Figure." Created in collaboration with the bio art collective Lom Baby, the figure contains a fluid-filled chamber with what Sega claims is Sonic's synthesized DNA, symbolizing his enduring essence. The exhibition is currently on display at the Tokyo Sega Store.
Sega unveils life-size Sonic The Hedgehog statue filled with 'synthetic DNA'
Sega has unveiled a life-size Sonic The Hedgehog statue in Tokyo, claiming it contains synthesized 'DNA' created through a partnership with biotechnology firm LOM BABY. While no new mainline game was announced, the statue celebrates Sonic's 35th anniversary and features a Chaos Emerald. The statue is a one-of-a-kind display piece and not for sale.
Little Rock Zoo names cheetahs Sonic and Blaze after social media campaign
The Little Rock Zoo has named two of its four new cheetah cubs Sonic and Blaze, following a social media campaign where the public voted on names. The names were chosen due to overwhelming support online.
Sonic Team lead would love to "magically" remake every Sonic game but says it would take as much time "as…
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka expressed a desire to remake every classic Sonic game for modern platforms but stated that the resources required would be better allocated to developing new titles. He noted that remaking older games to the standard of new releases would demand similar time, money, and effort. While many older Sonic titles are not readily available on current consoles like the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, some are accessible on PC, and fan communities have created updated versions.
Sonic lead says AAA developers have much to learn from indie studios
Takashi Iizuka, producer for Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, believes that AAA developers can learn valuable lessons from the operational and economic models of indie studios. He highlighted how indie developers can quickly iterate on ideas and bring them to market, contrasting this with the significant time and financial investment required for large-scale AAA titles. Iizuka also drew parallels between the games industry and the film industry, noting how smaller creative projects can achieve significant success.
Sega explains why Sonic classic games aren’t coming back anytime soon
Sega's Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka explained that re-releasing classic Sonic games is complex due to modern player expectations for improved visuals and controls. This complexity leads Sega to prioritize new game development over extensive remasters. Despite this, the franchise is experiencing a strong period with successful movies and games.
Sonic Team head wants all Sonic games on modern platforms, would “magically do it” if possible
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka expressed a desire to make all past Sonic games playable on modern platforms, but acknowledged the significant resources required, comparing the cost to developing a new title. He indicated that the focus remains on creating new experiences rather than remaking old ones, though SEGA has released remasters like Sonic Generations recently. The possibility of a third year of DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is also dependent on the game's continued success and fan demand.
Sonic Team head says he wants every Sonic game playable on modern hardware
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka expressed a desire to make every Sonic game playable on modern hardware, addressing fan requests for better backward compatibility. This initiative aims to preserve the franchise's legacy and make its extensive library accessible to new and returning players.
Sega is beefing up the Sonic Team on its 35th anniversary, hiring across multiple key roles
Sega is actively hiring for its Sonic Team across multiple key roles, including producer, lead planner, and graphics programmer, as the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise celebrates its 35th anniversary. While the specific project for these new hires remains undisclosed, the increased development activity suggests a new title is in the works, potentially addressing fan anticipation following a relatively quiet showing at Summer Game Fest.
PSO2 New Genesis celebrates its fifth anniversary with freebies, music, and events as it tests an in-game LLM chatbot
Phantasy Star Online 2: New Genesis is celebrating its fifth anniversary throughout June and into the rest of the year with various in-game events, freebies, and new content. Sega is also testing an in-game LLM chatbot called the Conversational Mag, allowing players to interact with their in-game Mag via text.
Sonic Pico Park Preview – Gotta Go Fast With Friends
Sonic Pico Park is an upcoming co-op puzzle-platformer that was previewed at Summer Game Fest. Players control Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, working together to solve environmental puzzles using abilities like spin-dashes and character-specific moves. The game emphasizes chaotic fun and accessibility, making it suitable for both Sonic fans and newcomers.
Sonic Spectrum Next - Sonic The Hedgehog comes over to the Spectrum NEXT via dave18
A new release titled Sonic Spectrum Next brings the classic Sonic the Hedgehog game to the ZX Spectrum Next, developed by dave18. This port is a direct conversion of the Sega Master System version and follows dave18's previous successful port of Astro Warrior. The developer cited architectural similarities between the Sega Master System and ZX Spectrum Next as enabling this ambitious project.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The article discusses various game crossovers and collaborations, including a trailer for the Sonic 35th Anniversary and a surprise announcement of an 'Among Us' TV show on Paramount+.
SEGA plans for 4 major game releases this fiscal year
SEGA has announced plans to release four major video games between now and March 2027, with titles including Persona, Sonic the Hedgehog, and Stranger than Heaven. These mainstays are expected to be sold at or near full price, contributing to higher average selling prices in the fiscal year.
Sonic the Hedgehog Theme Songs Compiled on Forever Fast Album
Sega announced the release of 'Forever Fast: 35th Anniversary of Sonic the Hedgehog,' a two-disc CD compilation of voiced theme songs from the Sonic series. The album will be available digitally and physically on June 24, 2026, featuring tracks from games like Sonic Adventure and Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, including confirmed songs by Crush 40 and Nathan Sharp.
Were the McDonald’s Sonic Game Consoles the Best Happy Meal Toy?
The article discusses the McDonald's Sega Sonic Game Consoles, released as Happy Meal toys in 2003 and 2004, as potentially the best Happy Meal toy ever. Developed by Fisher-Price, these LCD handheld consoles celebrated games like Sonic Adventure DX: Director's Cut and Super Monkey Ball, featuring various mini-games based on Sonic characters.
SEGA launching SEGA Music label with new Sonic 35th anniversary album
SEGA is launching its new SEGA Music label with a 35th anniversary album for Sonic the Hedgehog titled "Forever Fast". The album will feature 22 vocal themes from various Sonic games and includes a new recording of "Escape From The City". It will be released in Japan on June 24th with a digital version following on June 25th.
SEGA celebrates 600K followers with 60 free icons from Sonic to Persona and more
SEGA is celebrating reaching over 600,000 followers on X by releasing 60 free user icons featuring characters from its iconic franchises like Sonic the Hedgehog and Persona. The company also highlighted recent announcements regarding the Sonic Symphony World Tour and its 35th anniversary plans.
