Introducing July’s Sonic Channel wallpaper♪
Introducing July’s Sonic Channel wallpaper♪
Sonic Channel’s July 2026 wallpaper features Espio the Chameleon wearing specially designed under-rim glasses while writing on a scroll with a traditional brush.
SEGA Launches Creator Playlist Series With Tomoya Ohtani’s 100 Essential Works
SEGA Launches Creator Playlist Series With Tomoya Ohtani’s 100 Essential Works
SEGA has launched a new playlist series focused on its creators, beginning with Tomoya Ohtani’s 100-track Essential Works collection on Spotify and Apple Music.
SEGA Announces Huge Gamescom 2026 Lineup With Sonic Pico Park, CrossWorlds, Persona 4 Revival, and More
SEGA Announces Huge Gamescom 2026 Lineup With Sonic Pico Park, CrossWorlds, Persona 4 Revival, and More
Alien: Isolation 2, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, STRANGER THAN HEAVEN, Persona 4 Revival, Total War: WARHAMMER 40,000, SONIC PICO PARK, and more will be playable at SEGA’s Gamescom 2026 booth.
SEGA and iam8bit Announce 35 Years of Speed Sonic Art Exhibits and Global Fan Art Showcase
Sonic’s 35 Years of Speed Exhibit Opens in Seattle With Full Art Showcase and Hirokazu Yasuhara Visit
Sonic’s 35 Years of Speed exhibit is now open in Seattle, with official photos revealing the full mix of commissioned artwork, fan creations and SEGA archive material while original Sonic level designer Hirokazu Yasuhara also stopped by.
Sonic the Hedgehog Memories and Beyond Animated Short Announced for Fall 2026
Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond Animated Short Announced for Fall 2026
SEGA has announced Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond, a new animated short featuring Metal Sonic, the Chaos Emeralds, and a story centered on the friendships Sonic and his allies have built through their adventures.
Sonic’s Chaos Hunt Sends Fans Across the U.S. to Recover the Emeralds
Sonic’s Chaos Hunt Sends Fans Across the U.S. to Recover the Emeralds
SEGA has launched Sonic’s Chaos Hunt, a nationwide 35th anniversary campaign challenging fans to recover scattered Emeralds before Dr. Eggman and unlock prizes ahead of Club Chaos in Brooklyn.
Sonic’s 35th Birthday Mixtape Launches on Spotify With 35-Song Playlist
Sonic’s 35th Birthday Mixtape Launches on Spotify With 35-Song Playlist
SEGA and Spotify have launched Sonic’s 35th Birthday Mixtape, featuring 35 songs selected around what Sonic would want to hear during his birthday celebration, alongside exclusive artwork by Natalie Haines.
Sonic Live in Concert Adds Over 30 New Shows Across the U.S., Canada, UK, and Europe
Sonic Live in Concert Adds Over 30 New Shows Across the U.S., Canada, UK, and Europe
Sonic Live in Concert is expanding its 35th anniversary tour with more than 30 newly announced dates, including additional shows in the United States, Canada, the UK, and Belgium through March 2027.
Sonic Forces Coming to Nex Playground as Active Play Game Later This Year
Sonic Forces Coming to Nex Playground as Active Play Game Later This Year
SEGA and Nex have announced Sonic Forces for Nex Playground, bringing Sonic’s speed-focused action to the motion-based active play console later this year through Play Pass.
Sonic 35th Anniversary Project Brings Classic and Modern Collections Plus Genesis Legacy Cartridges
Sonic 35th Anniversary Project Brings Classic and Modern Collections Plus Genesis Legacy Cartridges
SEGA has announced new Sonic 35th Anniversary Project releases, including Classic and Modern Sonic collections for Nintendo Switch and playable iam8bit Genesis cartridges for Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
Shadow and Sonic Pico Cat Join SONIC PICO PARK as Playable Characters
Shadow and Sonic Pico Cat Join SONIC PICO PARK as Playable Characters
SEGA has revealed new SONIC PICO PARK gameplay during Sonic’s 35th Anniversary Birthday Livestream, confirming Shadow the Hedgehog and Sonic Pico Cat as playable characters.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds World Championship 2026 Qualifiers Begin Today
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds World Championship Qualifiers Now Underway With Round 6 Rewards
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has started its first World Championship qualifiers through Legends Competition Round 6, with online racing running from June 29 to July 19 before the top 24 registered racers compete live in New York City on October 9.
New Sonic Adventure 2 Artwork Celebrates the Game’s 25th Anniversary
New Sonic Adventure 2 Artwork Celebrates the Game’s 25th Anniversary
New June 2026 commemorative artwork has been released for Sonic Adventure 2, featuring Sonic using the Flame Ring to perform his Fire Somersault.
Jun Senoue and Yuunosuke Discuss Sonic’s Musical DNA in 35th Anniversary Interview
Jun Senoue and Yuunosuke Discuss Sonic’s Musical DNA in 35th Anniversary Interview
A newly translated interview with Jun Senoue and Yuunosuke explores Sonic’s 35th anniversary song “Speed Is My Life,” its Japanese version “Faster Than the Speed of Sound,” and the musical DNA that has shaped the series across generations.
Sonic the Hedgehog x Round1 Collaboration Campaign Launches Across Japan This July
Sonic the Hedgehog x Round1 Collaboration Campaign Launches Across Japan This July
Round1 is launching a Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration campaign across Japan from July 10 to October 12, featuring themed food and drinks, karaoke rooms, bowling visuals, prizes, stamp rallies, novelty goods, and Twitter campaigns.
Tomoya Ohtani Explains Why “Endless Possibility” Is Missing From Forever Fast Digital Album
Tomoya Ohtani Explains Why “Endless Possibility” Is Missing From Forever Fast Digital Album
Sonic series sound director Tomoya Ohtani has explained why the original version of “Endless Possibility” is included on the Forever Fast CD but not the streaming album, while also reassuring fans about its future use in Sonic Unleashed.
Takashi Iizuka Reflects on Sonic’s 35-Year Legacy, From Mega Drive Origins to Shadow and Sonic Mania
Takashi Iizuka Reflects on Sonic’s 35-Year Legacy, From Mega Drive Origins to Shadow and Sonic Mania
Sonic series general producer Takashi Iizuka has reflected on Sonic’s 35-year history, discussing the character’s speed-focused origins, global success, Sonic Adventure, Shadow’s creation, Sonic Mania, and the role fans have played in keeping the series alive.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Classic Sonic Today With Axel and Amigo Coming as Free Updates
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Adds Classic Sonic Today With Axel and Amigo Coming as Free Updates
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Ver.1.4.1 launches today with Classic Sonic and the Mach Cyclone, while Axel from Crazy Taxi and Amigo from Samba de Amigo are set to join as free racers later in 2026.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 With Japanese Physical Release Set for September
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 With Japanese Physical Release Set for September
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, bringing improved graphics, smoother performance, all major updates, free DLC, Digital Deluxe bonuses, and a Japanese physical release planned for September 17.
Sonic x Olympic Merchandise Collection Launches for Olympic Day and Sonic’s 35th Anniversary
Sonic x Olympic Merchandise Collection Launches for Olympic Day and Sonic’s 35th Anniversary
The International Olympic Committee and SEGA have launched the first Sonic x Olympic merchandise collection, featuring Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and Shadow in designs inspired by Olympic sports and the “Let’s Move” initiative.
SEGA Releases “Speed Is My Life” for Sonic’s 35th Anniversary
SEGA Releases “Speed Is My Life” for Sonic’s 35th Anniversary
SEGA has released “Speed Is My Life,” a new Sonic the Hedgehog 35th anniversary song performed by Nathan Sharp, with music by Jun Senoue, lyrics and vocal arrangement by Tee Lopes, and arrangement by Jun Senoue and Takahiro Kai.
Jersey Jack Pinball Fully Reveals Sonic the Hedgehog Pinball Machine With Three Editions
Jersey Jack Pinball Fully Reveals Sonic the Hedgehog Pinball Machine With Three Editions
Jersey Jack Pinball and SEGA have fully revealed Sonic the Hedgehog Pinball, featuring three editions, seven stages, music and visuals from across the series, a 27-inch HD display, Bluetooth audio, boss battles, Chaos Emeralds, and prices starting at $9,999.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Pre-Orders Open at Best Buy for Nintendo Switch 2
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Pre-Orders Open at Best Buy for Nintendo Switch 2
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition is now available for pre-order at Best Buy for Nintendo Switch 2, with the listing confirming The Final Horizon, previous content updates, bonus items, a mini soundtrack, and a digital artbook.
Morio Kishimoto Appears to Signal Opposition to Generative AI in Sonic Games
Morio Kishimoto Appears to Signal Opposition to Generative AI in Sonic Games
Sonic Frontiers director Morio Kishimoto has drawn attention after liking a fan post asking him to show support if he was against generative AI being used in Sonic games.
Sonic’s 35th Birthday Brand Video Celebrates Running Toward Change
Sonic’s 35th Birthday Brand Video Celebrates Running Toward Change
Japan’s official Sonic YouTube channel has released a new Sonic the Hedgehog 35th birthday brand video, highlighting Sonic’s spirit of moving forward, facing uncertainty, and choosing to start running.
IDW Gives Sonic the Hedgehog #91 a Horror-Themed Variant Cover for October
IDW Gives Sonic the Hedgehog #91 a Horror-Themed Variant Cover for October
IDW Publishing is bringing Sonic the Hedgehog into its IDW Goes Dark celebration this October with a horror-themed Sonic the Hedgehog #91 variant cover by Yamila Kareh.
Reminder: Sonic Birthday Livestream Airs June 23 With Community Guests and St. Jude Fundraiser
Reminder: Sonic Birthday Livestream Airs June 23 With Community Guests and St. Jude Fundraiser
SEGA of America’s Sonic Birthday Livestream airs tomorrow, June 23, at 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT, featuring Jacki Jing, GamesCage, RogersBase, special guests, gameplay, activities, music, and a St. Jude fundraiser.
SONIC & FRIENDS Travel Series Opens Pre-Orders Through Joypolis Hong Kong
SONIC & FRIENDS Travel Series Opens Pre-Orders Through Joypolis Hong Kong
SONIC & FRIENDS is launching a new Travel merchandise series through Joypolis Hong Kong, featuring plush keychains, acrylic stands, badges, decorated air tickets, and luggage tags, with pre-orders open ahead of a late September 2026 release.
Dark Horse Direct Announces Sonic the Hedgehog Collectibles Partnership With SEGA
Dark Horse Direct Announces Sonic the Hedgehog Collectibles Partnership With SEGA
Dark Horse Direct has announced a new official partnership with SEGA to produce Sonic the Hedgehog collectibles, starting with Classic Sonic and Tails figures that are now listed with a waitlist.
PIRMA x Sonic the Hedgehog Collection Launches With Sonic and Shadow Soccer Footwear
PIRMA x Sonic the Hedgehog Collection Launches With Sonic and Shadow Soccer Footwear
PIRMA has launched its Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration in Mexico, with Sonic and Shadow-themed soccer footwear now available online and through PIRMA stores.
SEGA Updates Sonic Sales Figures as Sonic Frontiers Nears 5 Million and Sonic X Shadow Generations Tops 3 Million
SEGA Sammy’s latest management meeting report lists updated Sonic sales figures, with Sonic Frontiers reaching 4.94 million units, Sonic X Shadow Generations passing 3 million, Team Sonic Racing at 3.5 million, and Sonic Superstars at 2.88 million.
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rated by PEGI for Nintendo Switch 2
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition Rated by PEGI for Nintendo Switch 2
Sonic Frontiers Definitive Edition has been rated by PEGI in Europe for Nintendo Switch 2, with the listing pointing to a June 22, 2026 release date and a reveal reportedly expected soon.
Simple Modern Reveals Sonic the Hedgehog Back-to-School Collection for 35th Anniversary
Simple Modern Reveals Sonic the Hedgehog Back-to-School Collection for 35th Anniversary
Simple Modern has announced a new Sonic the Hedgehog collection with backpacks, lunch boxes, and drinkware for kids, launching ahead of the 2026 back-to-school season as part of Sonic’s 35th anniversary celebration.
Sonic Check In Adventure Brings Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Hotel Collaboration to Paradise City Korea
Sonic Check In Adventure Brings Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Hotel Collaboration to Paradise City Korea
SEGA’s Sonic Check In Adventure is now open at Paradise City in Incheon, South Korea, featuring Sonic-themed hotel rooms, exclusive merchandise, food menus, photo zones, interactive activities, and Sonic greeting events through September 6.
Sonic the Hedgehog x ROUND1 Collaboration Campaign Announced for Japan
Sonic the Hedgehog x ROUND1 Collaboration Campaign Starts July 10 Across Japan
Sonic the Hedgehog is teaming up with ROUND1 for a new collaboration campaign across all Japanese locations, starting July 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM and running through October 12.
SONICPICT July 2026 Calendar “Cream & Cheese’s Rainy Day Welcome”
SONICPICT July 2026 Calendar “Cream & Cheese’s Rainy Day Welcome”
Sonic Channel has released its July 2026 SONIC PICT calendar artwork, “Cream & Cheese’s Rainy Day Welcome,” featuring Cream and Cheese waiting at a station in colorful rain gear near Route 99.
