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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Samba de Amigo DLC Now Live — Free Amigo Racer and Limited-Time Festival
SEGA has released a free Samba de Amigo DLC for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, adding Amigo and the Locomotive de Amigo with a limited Samba de Amigo Festival running...
Android Sonic in Fortnite: How SEGA Approved Sonic Team's Collaboration with Epic Games
Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka explains how SEGA approved Sonic's Fortnite appearance by creating 'Android Sonic.' Coverage of the collaboration, platform context...
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds September Update: Samba de Amigo Joins the Nintendo Switch Lineup
SEGA confirms continued support for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds and reveals Samba de Amigo arriving in September, plus anniversary events on September 25. What players on...
Sonic Mania Sequel: Sonic Team Open to Working with Christian Whitehead's Team Again
Takashi Iizuka confirms Sonic Team remains close with Sonic Mania developers and expresses openness to collaborating again; background on Sonic Mania, Evening Star,...
Sonic Mania Sequel Possible, Says Sonic Team Head Takashi Iizuka
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka confirms a Sonic Mania sequel remains possible but is not in active development. Details from a Game Informer interview and context on...
Sonic Mania 2: Takashi Iizuka Says SEGA Remains Open to Working with Mania Team
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka confirms SEGA's good relations with Sonic Mania developers and leaves the door open for Sonic Mania 2; overview of the original game's...
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 merchandise leak: plushies, glasses and keychains surface online ahead of March 2027
Official Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie merchandise has leaked online, showing plushies, drinking glasses and keychains ahead of the film's reported March 2027 launch....
Sonic Frontiers concept art: Nintendo Dream reveals early Sage designs and Koco transformation (October 2026)
Nintendo Dream's October 2026 issue publishes early Sonic Frontiers concept art, showing alternate Sage designs and Koco's evolution from plant beings to stone figures...
Sonic Adventure's Legacy: Takashi Iizuka Reflects on Sonic Team's 3D Breakthrough
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka tells The Guardian that Sonic Adventure's successful transition to 3D on the SEGA Dreamcast was pivotal for the franchise. A look at the...
Sonic Frontiers Surpasses 5 Million Sales — Sega Celebrates with Free Sonic Adventure 2 Shoes on Switch 2
Sega confirms Sonic Frontiers has sold over five million copies since its 2022 launch and is handing out Sonic Adventure 2 shoes to players as part of its Switch 2...
Sonic Frontiers Hits 5 Million Sales as SEGA Credits Nintendo Switch 2 Release
SEGA confirms Sonic Frontiers has sold over 5 million copies worldwide. The Sonic Team-developed 3D platformer, released in November 2022, reached the milestone with...
Sonic Frontiers Surpasses Five Million Copies Sold — SEGA Marks Milestone with Switch 2 Definitive Edition Bonus
SEGA confirms Sonic Frontiers has sold over five million copies since its November 2022 launch. The developer released a Nintendo Switch 2 Definitive Edition and made...
McLaren Racing x Sonic apparel lands at M&S — Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration available now
Marks & Spencer launches an exclusive McLaren Racing x Sonic the Hedgehog apparel collection, extending the McLaren-Sonic partnership into fashion. Available in...
Sonic in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override': New Zone Arrives August 20, 2026
Official Sonic channels tease a new Fortnite zone featuring Sonic and Peely, confirmed for Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' on August 20, 2026. Details and...
Sonic in Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4: New Zone Drops August 20, 2026
Sonic the Hedgehog joins Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 4 'Override' with a new zone teased by official Sonic channels. Trailer confirms an August 20, 2026 drop and...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Surprises: Takashi Iizuka Confirms More Plans for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2
Sega and Sonic Team are continuing Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary with additional projects. Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka told Pocket Tactics more...
Sonic 35th Anniversary: Sonic Team Head Takashi Iizuka Says More Surprises Are Coming
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka confirms there are additional surprises planned for Sonic's 35th anniversary, with fans and industry events like Gamescom watching...
Sonic remakes: Takashi Iizuka on why Sonic Team prioritizes new experiences over straight remasters
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka explains the challenges of remaking classic Sonic titles, stressing that controls, level design and platform technology must be reworked...
Sonic the Hedgehog: Sonic Team Aimed to Beat Disney, Director Takashi Iizuka Says
Sonic Team director Takashi Iizuka reflects on the studio's 1990s ambition to rival Disney as Sonic the Hedgehog launched on the Sega Genesis. The article...
LEGO Animal Crossing and LEGO Sonic Sets Reportedly Marked for Retirement; No New 2027 Sets Listed
Online reports claim The LEGO Group has no new LEGO Animal Crossing or LEGO Sonic the Hedgehog sets listed for 2027 and that remaining sets may be retired; The LEGO...
Takashi Iizuka: SEGA Wanted to Beat Disney with Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka says SEGA originally aimed to surpass Disney with Sonic. Read an overview of Iizuka's comments, relevant industry context, and related...
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Second Season Confirmed by Sonic Team Head Takashi Iizuka
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka tells 80LV the studio is committed to long-term support for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, including a second season of post-release content...
Wendy's Sonic the Hedgehog Kids Meal: 35th Anniversary Collectible Card Promotion Explained
Wendy's launches a Sonic the Hedgehog Kids Meal promotion in the United States tied to Sonic's 35th anniversary, featuring seven collectible character card cases and...
Sega: Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Success Opens Doors for New Projects, President Shuji Utsumi Says
SEGA president Shuji Utsumi tells Famitsu that the success of the Sonic films has enabled new development opportunities for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise and could...
Besky Denies GenAI Use in Sonic and the Black Knight PC Recompilation
Developer Besky (BlindRedDog) publicly denies using generative AI on a fan PC recompilation of Sonic and the Black Knight following criticism of GenerationAmiga's...
First 4 Figures Super Sonic Statue Revealed — Sonic Frontiers Exclusive Edition and Pre-Order Date
First 4 Figures has revealed a Super Sonic statue for Sonic Frontiers featuring LED-equipped Chaos Emeralds and smoke-ring effects. Pre-orders open July 21, 2026.
First 4 Figures Sonic Frontiers statue teased ahead of July 21, 2026 pre-orders
First 4 Figures has teased a high-end Sonic Frontiers statue featuring Sonic surrounded by the seven Chaos Emeralds. Pre-orders open July 21, 2026; dimensions, weight,...
Sonic Frontiers Figure Pre-Orders Begin July 21 — First 4 Figures Reveals Sonic and Super Sonic Statues
First 4 Figures will open pre-orders for Sonic Frontiers-themed Sonic and Super Sonic statues on July 21. Learn what is confirmed about the collectibles, how to secure...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Animation: SEGA Releases 'Memories And Beyond' Teaser
SEGA has released a teaser for a short animation titled 'Memories And Beyond' commemorating Sonic The Hedgehog's 35th anniversary. Read details on the teaser,...
Sonic Frontiers Switch 2 Definitive Edition: Digital Foundry Confirms Major Technical Improvements
Digital Foundry's analysis finds Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition on Switch 2 delivers substantial technical upgrades — 60fps performance mode, 1080p quality mode,...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2: Performance, Modes, and Is It Worth Upgrading?
An authoritative look at Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 — technical improvements, Performance vs Graphics modes, DLC inclusion, and upgrade...
Sonic Frontiers soundtrack surpasses 300 million streams — Tomoya Ohtani, SEGA report
SEGA composer Tomoya Ohtani confirms Sonic Frontiers Original Soundtrack Stillness & Motion has exceeded 300 million streams on major streaming services....
European Nintendo Downloads — Week of June 25, 2026: Nintendo Switch 2 Retail Releases and eShop Additions
Comprehensive coverage of the European Nintendo Downloads for the week of June 25, 2026, detailing Nintendo Switch 2 retail and digital launches, notable eShop...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition on Switch 2: No Free Upgrade, Save Transfer Rules and DLC Caveats
Sega's Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition has arrived on Nintendo Switch 2 with no upgrade path for original Switch owners. Read verified details on save data...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Released — SEGA Confirms Upgraded Version
SEGA has released Sonic Frontiers – Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2. The upgraded release includes all DLC, save transfer, and performance/graphics modes.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Arrives on Switch 2 — Standalone Release with All DLC
SEGA releases Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition as a standalone Switch 2 title with all free DLC, digital and physical Game‑Key card options, and save transfer support.
Sonic Frontiers - Definitive Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2: what’s included and what to know
Sonic Frontiers - Definitive Edition is out now on Nintendo Switch 2. Read verified details on included DLC, Game-Key Card retail availability, developer credits, and...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 — SEGA Releases Enhanced Version with All DLC
SEGA has released Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23, 2026. The Definitive Edition bundles all previously released free DLC and...
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 During Sonic's 35th Anniversary Livestream
Sonic the Hedgehog celebrates 35 years as Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition is announced for Nintendo Switch 2 during a charity livestream featuring Sonic Team...
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2 — Performance vs Resolution, Save Transfers, and DLC Limits
SEGA’s Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 with selectable performance and resolution modes, limited DLC transfer, and a one-way save...
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Lands on Nintendo Switch 2 — Key Details and Features
SEGA releases Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch 2. Read verified details on content, Quality and Performance modes, developer credits from Sonic...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Nintendo Switch 2 Launches on eShop — All Inclusions and Improvements
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition arrives on Nintendo Switch 2 with performance and visual upgrades. Read what’s included — DLC, bonus items, and how this release...
Sonic 35th Birthday Livestream: SEGA Confirms June 23 Event, Charity Drive and Guest Lineup
SEGA will host the Sonic 35th Birthday Livestream on June 23, 2026 at 9:30 AM PST, streaming on Sonic's official YouTube and Twitch channels and raising funds for St....
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rated by PEGI for Nintendo Switch 2 Ahead of Sonic's 35th Anniversary
PEGI has rated Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch 2. Box art lists new content and a Game-Key Card retail release as Sega marks Sonic's 35th...
Sega at Cannes Lions 2026: Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Session and The Sonic Effect
Sega will host a special Cannes Lions 2026 session marking Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th anniversary. Details on the session, hosts, timing, and related anniversary events...
Sonic the Comic Remastered Controversy: Sega Mania Pulls AI-Enhanced Editions
Sega Mania has removed its 'Sonic the Comic Remastered' project after fan backlash over generative AI restorations. The piece details the project's aims, criticism...
SEGA to Present Sonic 35th Anniversary Session at Cannes Lions 2026
SEGA will host a special session at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2026 as part of its Sonic the Hedgehog 35th anniversary campaign, featuring...
LEGO Mega Drive Set Review: Authentic SEGA Mega Drive Replica and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Cartridge
An in-depth review of the LEGO SEGA Mega Drive set, examining build quality, piece count, regional options, and how well the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 cartridge and...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition: Retail Copies Appear Ahead of June 23 Release
Retail reports suggest Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition is on display ahead of its June 23 sale date. Here’s what is verified about the release, developer Sonic...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Livestream Announced by SEGA — Minna to Shaberitai Game o Motte Kita!
SEGA will host a Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary livestream on June 24, 2026, featuring behind-the-scenes commentary from Sonic developers, special guests, and...
Sonic 35th Anniversary Stream: SEGA Japan Confirms Sonic Pico Park Update and Sonic Racing CrossWorlds DLC
SEGA Japan will host a Sonic the Hedgehog 35th anniversary stream on 24 June featuring news on Sonic Pico Park, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds DLC, and behind-the-scenes...
Sonic Revival: How Takashi Iizuka and Sonic Team Helped Restore the Franchise on Nintendo Switch
Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka says SEGA once considered retiring Sonic. This article traces the franchise's turnaround through Sonic Mania, Sonic Frontiers, and...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Switch 2 Leak: Retail Copy Images Surface and Deleted on Reddit
Images of a retail copy of Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition for Switch 2 appeared on Reddit and social media, showing included DLC and Game-Key Card packaging. Here...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Leak for Switch 2 Surfaces — Packaging Appears to Include All Updates
A retail photograph circulating online reportedly shows a Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition box for the console fans call 'Switch 2', claiming all updates and bonus...
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rumor Surfaces for Nintendo Switch 2 Ahead of Sonic's 35th Birthday
A leaked photo and prior ratings listings have reignited rumors of a Sonic Frontiers "Definitive Edition" described as enhanced for Nintendo Switch 2. Here’s what is...
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Leak for Nintendo Switch 2 Surfaces
Images and barcode data for a Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition game-key card purportedly for Nintendo Switch 2 have circulated online. The listing reportedly...
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition Leak Suggests Nintendo Switch 2 Release
A reported Walmart leak claims Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 with additional content and performance enhancements. SEGA has not...
Sonic Pico Park: SEGA and Tecopark Collaborate as Sonic Team Praises Indie Development
SEGA's Sonic Pico Park collaboration with Tecopark highlights Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka's praise for indie development and the challenges AAA studios face...
Little Rock Zoo Names Cheetah Brothers Sonic and Blaze — A Sonic the Hedgehog Nod Spanning Nintendo DS to Nintendo Switch
Little Rock Zoo in Arkansas has named two of its four cheetah brothers Sonic and Blaze following a social media poll. The names reference Sonic the Hedgehog and Blaze...
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds: Sonic Team Confirms Possibility of Third Year of DLC for Nintendo Switch
Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka says Sonic Racing CrossWorlds could receive a third year of DLC if demand and sales continue. Read verified details on platforms,...