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Sonic Frontiers director interested in remake / reimagining of Sonic and the Secret Rings, Sonic and the Black Knight
Sonic Frontiers director Morio Kishimoto expressed interest in remaking or reimagining Sonic and the Secret Rings and Sonic and the Black Knight, games he considers foundational to his career. He believes his skills have improved enough to create a better experience now, while also showing interest in Sonic Unleashed but deeming the original Sonic the Hedgehog too perfect to remake.
Games Inbox: Are retro video games becoming more popular?
This collection of reader letters discusses the growing popularity of retro gaming, the anticipation and potential console exclusivity of Grand Theft Auto 6, and the perceived resurgence in quality of Sonic the Hedgehog games. Other topics include Capcom's future releases, Sony's State of Play, and the long wait for Nintendo's Zelda remakes.
Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest creators' Xbox 360 RPG Blue Dragon is finally playable on PC thanks to fans
Hironobu Sakaguchi's Xbox 360 RPG, Blue Dragon, is now playable on PC thanks to a fan-made port called re:Blue. This unofficial release offers enhancements like 4K visuals, keyboard and mouse support, and higher frame rates for those who own the original game.
Blue Dragon has been stuck on the Xbox 360 for 20 years, but no longer: a fantastic unofficial PC port unlocks the FPS,…
An unofficial PC port named re:Blue has been released for the Xbox 360 JRPG Blue Dragon, developed by Mistwalker. This fan-made project allows the game to run natively on modern PCs, offering features like 4K resolution, unlocked frame rates, and improved graphics, addressing the long-standing issue of the game being unavailable on current platforms.
Sonic Unleashed: Denying The Darkness Within
This article discusses the creative decisions made during the development of Sonic Unleashed, particularly the departure from the series' traditional fast-paced racing formula. It explores the 'darkness within' theme and how it influenced the game's design.
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.
Feature: In The Zone - Our Favourite Sonic The Hedgehog Levels, Music & Memories
This article reflects on the enduring legacy of Sonic the Hedgehog through the personal memories and favorite levels of Nintendo Life staff. Contributors share cherished moments from games like Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Sonic Mania, Sonic Unleashed, and Sonic Adventure 2: Battle, highlighting iconic stages, music, and gameplay elements that have defined their experiences with the franchise over 35 years.
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 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.
Sonic Fans Are So Ready for Remakes They’d Even Accept a Sonic 06 Do-Over
The Sonic fandom is highly anticipating potential remakes and remasters of games like Sonic Heroes, Sonic Unleashed, and Sonic Frontiers, with some fans even expressing readiness for a remake of the critically panned Sonic the Hedgehog 2006. This widespread speculation highlights the community's nostalgia and desire for modern takes on beloved titles, fueled by recent successes like Sonic Mania and Sonic Frontiers, and the popular Sonic movies.
Top 10 Sonic the Hedgehog games
This article ranks the top 10 Sonic the Hedgehog games, celebrating the blue speedster's diverse career across various genres. The list includes titles like Sonic Unleashed, Sonic Frontiers, and Sonic Mania, with Sonic Superstars announced for release in October on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Best Sonic Games Of All Time
This article ranks all Sonic the Hedgehog platformer games that have appeared on Nintendo platforms. It covers titles from the original Mega Drive debut to more recent releases, evaluating their strengths and weaknesses. The ranking is based on user ratings and aims to help fans identify the best and worst entries in the series.
Best Sonic Games!
This article discusses Polygon's list of the top 12 Sonic the Hedgehog games, offering personal reactions and then presenting the author's own top 5 Sonic games. The author highlights Sonic Mania as the best 2D game and Sonic Adventure 2 as the best 3D game, while also expressing a desire for more strong 3D Sonic titles.
