Merlina Stars in Sonic Channel’s July 2025 Commemorative Illustration
July’s Sonic Channel illustration spotlights Merlina from Sonic and the Black Knight, marking 16 years since the game’s release.
SONICPICT August 2025 Calendar: "A Hardworking Girl’s Sweet Day Off"
SONICPICT August 2025 Calendar: “A Hardworking Boy’s Sweet Day Off”
One sunny afternoon in a bustling city Inside a bright high-rise apartment,a silver hedgehog is hard at work baking sweets. Surrounded by a cute recipe memo filled with delightful tips,Silver…
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for July♪
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for July♪
Hello there. This is Tomoko Hayane!Before I knew it, we're already halfway through the year. Time has flown by while I've been busy with one thing after another. Yet the…
Sonic and Yacker Enjoy a Sweet Break in June’s Sonic Channel Art
Sonic and Yacker Enjoy a Sweet Break in June’s Sonic Channel Art
Sonic Channel’s June 2025 illustration features Sonic and Yacker from Sonic Colors kicking back with a tempting treat inspired by Sweet Mountain.
SONICPICT July 2025 Calendar: "Mephiles. One Day at a Café"
SONICPICT July 2025 Calendar: “Mephiles. One Day at a Café”
Neither clear nor cloudy—a hazy afternoon, quietly drifting by. In a corner of a café in the Soleanna Castle Town,Mephiles spends time alone, wearing a wistful expression. No one can…
Translation: SEGA’s Sonic × Shadow Generations: Creating “Show-Stopping” Character Animation and Event Direction with Maya
SEGA’s flagship character, Sonic the Hedgehog, returned in October 2024 with Sonic × Shadow Generations, a powerful new entry in the franchise. The game remasters 2011’s Sonic Generations for modern…
Famitsu Translation: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Hatsune Miku’s Participation Sparks Major Buzz Overseas. Takashi Iizuka Shares Passionate Message: “We Want to Deliver a Definitive Experience for Fans Without Worrying About Other IPs”
Famitsu Translation: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Hatsune Miku’s Participation Sparks Major Buzz Overseas. Takashi Iizuka Shares Passionate Message: “We Want to Deliver a Definitive Experience for Fans Without Worrying About Other IPs”
Starting June 6, 2025 (local time), Summer Game Fest 2025 kicked off in Los Angeles, California. During the event, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds executive producer Takashi Iizuka sat down for an interview in LA. Having lived in the United States for many years, Iizuka is fluent in English (though that last bit isn’t relevant to the main article)...
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Translation: [Interview] SEGA’s Arcade Initial D Team Also Working on Sonic Racing CrossWorlds — A Racing Game Full of Excitement and Surprises
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, scheduled for release on September 25, 2025, is a collaborative title between Sonic Team and SEGA’s arcade game development team. Drawing heavily from the expertise cultivated through arcade titles, the game reflects a deep attention to detail. We spoke with the developers to learn more about their approach and design philosophy.
Famitsu Translation: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Preview and Interview: Powered by the Initial D Team. Customization Meets Player Skill in a High-Tension Battle of Wits
Famitsu Translation: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Preview and Interview: Powered by the Initial D Team. Customization Meets Player Skill in a High-Tension Battle of Wits
The new racing game Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is scheduled for release on September 25, 2025. Here's our hands-on preview and an interview with the development team!
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for June♪
Hello, this is Tomoko Hayane!The rainy season is just around the corner! So this month, we’re introducing a refreshing wallpaper illustration to blow away the damp, gloomy air♪ The star…
SONICPICT June 2025 Calendar: “Rainy Day at the Laundromat”
This month’s Sonic Channel art captures a rare, peaceful moment with Sonic waiting out the rain at a laundromat—listless, calm, and maybe even enjoying the stillness.
Sage Returns in Sonic Channel’s May 2025 Commemorative Illustration
Sonic Frontiers’ Sage gets the spotlight once more in this month’s official commemorative art, celebrating three years since her debut.
Introducing the Sonic Channel wallpaper for May♪
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for May♪
Hello! This is Tomoko Hayane!We’re heading into the second half of Golden Week, aren’t we? If you’re thinking, “I’m still in vacation mode…”—then this month’s wallpaper illustration is perfect for…
Sonic Channel Highlights Wave the Swallow in April 2025 Commemorative Illustration
Sonic Channel Highlights Wave the Swallow in April 2025 Commemorative Illustration
April’s Sonic Channel commemorative illustration celebrates Wave the Swallow, showcasing the Babylon Rogues’ genius mechanic hard at work tuning Extreme Gear.
SONICPICT May 2025 Calendar: "It’s So Sparkly...!"
SONICPICT May 2025 Calendar: “It’s So Sparkly…!”
"It’s so sparkly...!" In the sun-drenched foothills of a floating mountain, a quiet vineyard stretches out in peaceful seclusion.Basking in the sunlight, the lush, gem-like grapes glisten with the energy…
Introducing the Sonic Channel wallpaper for April♪
Hello! This is Tomoko Hayane!April marks the start of a new school or work year, and I’m sure many of you are feeling a bit nervous or overwhelmed. That’s why…
SONICPICT April 2025 Calendar: “Alright, That Seals the Deal!”
"Alright, that seals the deal!" Soft light streams in as Station Square begins to fill with the gentle bustle of morning. Facing the mirror, Amy finishes her usual morning routine…
Charmy Bee Stars in Sonic Channel’s March 2025 Commemorative Illustration
Sonic Channel’s March 2025 illustration highlights Charmy Bee using the iconic warp flowers from Sonic Heroes—a fun callback to Team Chaotix’s unique stage mechanics.
Translation: Sonic World Story
TRANSLATOR'S NOTE: For context, the following is the official timeline of events in the Sonic Series as of the day of writing according to the official Japanese Sonic the Hedgehog…
20 Years of Sonic Channel! Website Renewal!
The official Sonic portal site, Sonic Channel, first launched in 2005—and now, thanks to all of you, it's reaching its 20th anniversary! To show our appreciation, we're giving the site…
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for March♪
Hello! This is Tomoko Hayane!This month, we’ve received another incredibly cool wallpaper illustration♪ The star this time is… the silver hedgehog from the future! A hero who protects everyone's peace…
SONICPICT March 2025 Calendar: “Not to brag, but…”
"Not to brag, but I think my fur is pretty nice." As the gentle evening twilight sets in, Tails leans back into a cozy hammock, fully immersed in grooming his…
Sonic Channel Celebrates Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s 31st Anniversary with New Illustration!
This month’s Sonic Channel commemorative illustration celebrates Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s 31st anniversary, featuring Sonic entering the iconic Blue Sphere special stage. Check out the full artwork and translated caption!
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for February♪
Hello! This is Tomoko Hayane!The long-awaited wallpaper illustration for this month has arrived! ♪ This time, the spotlight is on… the bold and powerful echidna himself! Let’s get right to…
SONICPICT February 2025 Calendar: “Café Chaotix, Opening Soon!”
Under the clear blue sky, the Chaotix crew is bustling about, repairing and renovating their office. While there’s a bit of a behind-the-scenes reason—getting a slight rent reduction for the…
Sonic Channel Commemorative Illustration: Shahra, the Genie of the Ring
This month's commemorative illustration from Sonic Channel features Shahra, the Genie of the Ring! Shahra made her first and only major appearance in 2007's Sonic and the Secret Rings for…
Sonic Channel Translation: Vote for #SoniCreate Stickers
Hey, everyone!This is KIKUZO, the webmaster of Sonic Channel! I’ve got a project I want you to check out! The Sonic voting event we’ve been holding monthly on X is…
Introducing the Sonic Channel Wallpaper for January♪
Happy New Year! This is Tomoko Hayane!I’ll be in charge of introducing the Sonic Channel wallpapers again this year. Looking forward to your support♪ Now then, let’s dive right into…
Sonic Channel Commemorative Illustration: Bark the Polar Bear
This month's commemorative illustration from Sonic Channel features the Silent Brawler and member of Team Hooligan, Bark the Polar Bear! Bark made his first appearance in Sonic the Fighters in…
SONICPICT January 2025 Calendar “This is the only way to enjoy soba!”
A chilling breeze seeps through behind the Thunder Deck course Amidst maintenance work, there's nothing like the bliss of a steaming, hearty bowl of noodles “This is the only way…
Sonic Channel Translation For December 2024 Wallpaper: Dr. Eggman
Hello! This is Tomoko Hayane!There’s just one more wallpaper left for 2024, isn’t there? Many of you may already be reflecting on your goals for the year. I’m one of…
SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack to Include Multiple Acts and Challenge Acts, Movie Shadow Skin Only Playable in DLC Stages
The official Japanese Sonic X Shadow Generations website has been updated with details about the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack (known as Sonic × Shadow: Tokyo Mission in…
November 2024 Sonic Pict: “Look! It’s shallow here!”
Sonic Channel has unveiled their latest Sonic Pict illustration for November 2024, and this month’s artwork is as poignant as it is stunning. The piece features Maria, Shadow’s closest friend,…
Sonic Channel Commemorative Illustration: Classic Sonic Underwater
Sonic Channel has unveiled November’s commemorative illustration! This month features Classic Sonic underwater, recreating one of the most nerve-wracking moments in Sonic history—drowning. We’re sure every fan has felt that…
Sonic Channel Translation: Honkami Precious Moment
In July, Korone Inugami made a request for a song production during "SoniSute," and now the original track, specially written for the SoniKoro 2024: Private Korone Academy Wonderful♡Dream Festival to…
Sonic Channel Translation: Introduction to the December 2024 Calendar
Hey there! This is KIKUZO, the webmaster of Sonic Channel.As I lament how quickly autumn zipped by—just like Sonic—I’m gearing up my body to withstand the chill of winter! Let’s…
