SEGA has announced Sonic’s Rising Athletes, a new youth initiative starting with SONIC CUP 2025, a skateboarding competition for U-15 skaters in Tokyo and Osaka this November. Winners will earn a training trip to Los Angeles.
Sonic and Hello Kitty unveiled the Sonic & Friends x Sanrio plush collection at Tokyo Toy Show 2025, featuring six character pairings with release dates starting October 31 in Japan.
The latest CrossTalk episode highlights Vector, Espio, and Charmy while teasing a new Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds track inspired by Pumpkin Hill and Hang Castle, complete with music from Knuckles’ Chaotix.
Sonic Channel’s August commemorative artwork features Shadow the Hedgehog wielding the iconic Omochao Gun from his 2005 game, adding a humorous twist as the title nears its 20th anniversary.
SEGA has released the fourth official Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds OST video, showcasing DJ remixes of White Cave, Sand Road, Holoska, Hidden World, and Kronos Island ahead of the Open Network Test.
Sonic Team’s Takashi Iizuka confirmed at gamescom that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will not feature content from the Sonic the Hedgehog movies, citing timing and release schedules as the main reason.
BS-TBS will air a Sonic the Hedgehog retrospective tonight, August 28, featuring Takashi Iizuka, Jun Senoue, and other key figures reflecting on Sonic’s rise to fame in the 1990s.
SEGA has announced Project ONSOKU, a Sonic x Hatsune Miku collaboration featuring five new songs, weekly music videos, and special in-game content leading up to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Fans digging into the Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds pre-load claim to have found a hidden character skin shop, fueling speculation about customization options ahead of the August 29 network test.
SEGA has announced Sonic Rumble Ver. 1.3 will launch on August 29, 2025, adding new stages, gameplay upgrades, and the SEGA Stars 2 crossover featuring Pengo, Rappy, and the Bonanza Bros.
SEGA has released a new trailer for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, launching August 29 with early access, a free demo, and future DLC featuring Dr. Eggman and other SEGA villains.
At gamescom 2025, Takashi Iizuka shared new details on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, discussing its unique CrossWorlds mechanic, deep customization, crossover roster, and why DLC characters will not be voiced.
Hatsune Miku has been confirmed to speak in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, making her the first non-Sonic guest character with voice lines in the crossover racing game.
The Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Open Network Test is now available to download on all major platforms, letting players pre-load before servers go live at 12:01 AM EST on August 29.
SEGA has confirmed that Sonic Rumble Ver. 1.3.0 will launch on August 29, 2025, bringing new stages, Rouge’s Treasure Hoard feature, skill improvements, and major balance updates to the mobile battle game.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds gives players cheeky new rival interactions, including surprising flirty lines between Sonic and Rouge that fans are already buzzing about.
Sonic Channel’s September SONICPICT spotlights Shadow enjoying a refined coffee break, highlighting his perfectionist taste and cool demeanor.
SEGA teams up with Young Dirty Bastard for an original SHINOBI track, now streaming worldwide. The release comes alongside a fresh trailer for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance.
A new trailer for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds highlights rivalries, Pac-Man’s arrival, and fresh game modes. SEGA also confirmed an Open Network Test beginning August 29.
A pint-sized Sonic arcade cabinet is on the way, featuring Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2. My Arcade’s Joystick Player briefly went live for pre-order at $59.99 before vanishing.
SEGA has announced a free Open Network Test for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, running August 29 to September 2 on all major platforms, including a Persona 5 Royal–themed Joker Festival event.
SEGA revealed at gamescom 2025 that PAC-MAN and his ghostly rivals are joining Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as Season Pass content, alongside news of a free Open Network Test later this month.
The 10th installment of the Animate Osaka Kansai Expo Store’s rotating POP-UP space is now live, celebrating SEGA with exclusive Sonic merchandise, large displays, and original SEGA hardware on show until August 28.
SEGA has announced a new collaboration between Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and Japanese esports team Crazy Raccoon, bringing exclusive stickers and an original track titled No. 1 to the game this winter.
SEGA has unveiled the first DLC for SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance, bringing Dr. Eggman into battle as part of the new SEGA Villains Stage.
On Sonic Mania’s eighth anniversary, Christian Whitehead shared prototype images that may reveal what a potential sequel could have looked like.
SEGA is bringing Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds to Gamescom 2025 with playable demos, stage events, and appearances by Takashi Iizuka and Sonic the Hedgehog himself.
The third Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds soundtrack video brings a high-energy DJ mix with remixes of fan-favorite tracks from Sonic Unleashed, Sonic Colors, and Sonic Adventure 2.
A direct source tells Sonic City that Sonic may join PUBG Mobile as a companion in September’s 4.0 update, adding the Blue Blur to the popular mobile battle royale.
A palm-sized Sonic Mini Pinball headlines INFOLENS’s new tabletop lineup, launching in late October with pre-orders now open.
Three bold PUMA sneakers inspired by Sonic, Tails, and Shadow launch October 30, 2025, blending character flair with classic sneaker designs.
The SEGA POP-UP in Animate Osaka Expo 2025 will run from August 15 to 28, offering exclusive Sonic items alongside other SEGA franchise goods.
Sonic sells 770 thousand units in a quiet quarter, setting the stage for a big second half with CrossWorlds and Rumble.
Deadly Six and IDW fans rejoice. New villain-themed Sonic plushes from Great Eastern Entertainment are now available for pre-order.
Gamemode One’s Sonic add-on gets its first major content drop since launch, bringing two powerful super forms to the blocky world of Minecraft.
Limited-edition Sonic-themed Timberland boots and apparel arrive August 9 at Timberland Shibuya PARCO.
