Over 300 Rare Prototypes at Risk, Including Sonic Generations, Colors DS, and Unseen SEGA Builds
Over 300 Rare Prototypes at Risk, Including Sonic Generations, Colors DS, and Unseen SEGA Builds

Over 300 Rare Prototypes at Risk, Including Sonic Generations, Colors DS, and Unseen SEGA Builds

A massive preservation campaign is working to save over 300 DS, DSi, 3DS, and GBA prototypes, including dozens of unreleased and early Sonic the Hedgehog builds.

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Sonic Rumble Pre-Season 5 Launches with New Season Pass, Crew Battles, and Chili Dog BBQ Event
Sonic Rumble Pre-Season 5 Launches with New Season Pass, Crew Battles, and Chili Dog BBQ Event

Sonic Rumble Pre-Season 5 Launches with New Season Pass, Crew Battles, and Chili Dog BBQ Event

SEGA kicks off Sonic Rumble’s Pre-Season 5 with a fresh Season Pass, Crew Score Missions, and a limited-time Barbecue Event celebrating Sonic’s birthday.

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SONICPICT July 2025 Calendar: “Mephiles. One Day at a Café”
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…

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SEGA Celebrates Sonic’s Birthday with Sanrio Collab, PayPay Skins, Joypolis Event, and More
SEGA Celebrates Sonic's Birthday with Sanrio Collab, PayPay Skins, Joypolis Event, and More

SEGA Celebrates Sonic’s Birthday with Sanrio Collab, PayPay Skins, Joypolis Event, and More

Sonic’s June 23 birthday celebration included a Sanrio collaboration, new PayPay card designs, limited-edition T-shirts, and a week-long Joypolis event.

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Leaked Sega Report Reveals Sonic Superstars, Frontiers, Team Sonic Racing, and Sonic x Shadow Generations Sales
Leaked Sega Report Reveals Sonic Superstars, Frontiers, Team Sonic Racing, and Sonic x Shadow Generations Sales

Leaked Sega Report Reveals Sonic Superstars, Frontiers, Team Sonic Racing, and Sonic x Shadow Generations Sales

An investor document uploaded to Sega Sammy’s website unintentionally revealed updated sales figures for key Sonic games, including Sonic Frontiers and Sonic Superstars.

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Will Feature Over 500 Character Exchanges and 1000 Voice Lines
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Will Feature Over 500 Character Exchanges and 1000 Voice Lines

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Will Feature Over 500 Character Exchanges and 1000 Voice Lines

SEGA confirms that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will include hundreds of voiced character interactions, adding a unique narrative twist to the racing experience.

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Sonic and the Blade of Courage Manga Launches in CoroCoro with Overseas Editions in Development
Sonic and the Blade of Courage Manga Launches in CoroCoro with Overseas Editions in Development

Sonic and the Blade of Courage Manga Launches in CoroCoro with Overseas Editions in Development

The new Sonic manga has begun serialization with a special 60-page debut, and CoroCoro confirms plans to bring both this series and the Shadow the Hedgehog manga to readers overseas.

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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…

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Is That the Triforce in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds? Probably Not, but Fans Are Investigating
Is That the Triforce in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds? Probably Not, but Fans Are Investigating

Is That the Triforce in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds? Probably Not, but Fans Are Investigating

A new teaser image from SEGA has sparked debate among Sonic fans over a mysterious triangle near Espio. Is it a Zelda reference, or something deeper from Japanese history?

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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”

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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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Opening Cutscene and Theme Song Debuts Online Sparking Fan Debate

The full animated intro for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds has surfaced online, complete with a high-energy vocal theme that’s igniting fan debate. Could this be Sonic’s most chaotic opener yet?

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4Gamer Hands-On Reveals New Gadgets, Rivals, and Customization in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
4Gamer Hands-On Reveals New Gadgets, Rivals, and Customization in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

4Gamer Hands-On Reveals New Gadgets, Rivals, and Customization in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds

A new 4Gamer preview dives deeper into Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, revealing a powerful gadget system, advanced customization, and a track-changing mechanic that puts players in control.

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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.

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Iizuka Talks Online Events, Travel Rings, Crossovers, and Monster Trucks at IGN Live 2025
Iizuka Talks Online Events, Travel Rings, Crossovers, and Monster Trucks at IGN Live 2025

Iizuka Talks Online Events, Travel Rings, Crossovers, and Monster Trucks at IGN Live 2025

At IGN Live 2025, Takashi Iizuka revealed more details about Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, including its surprise-filled Travel Ring mechanic, crossover racers, and a chaotic new monster truck item.

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Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Preview Highlights Rivalries, Custom Abilities, and Possible Super Forms

A new hands-on preview from The Gamer reveals exciting single-player additions in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, including rival systems, racer upgrades, and teases of unlockable Super Forms.

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Takashi Iizuka Talks Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Mario Kart Comparisons, and the High Cost of Leaks
Takashi Iizuka Talks Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Mario Kart Comparisons, and the High Cost of Leaks

Takashi Iizuka Talks Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Mario Kart Comparisons, and the High Cost of Leaks

Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka opens up about the return of crossover racing, the impact of early leaks, and how CrossWorlds aims to stand apart from Mario Kart World.

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Pre-Order Guide – Everything Sonic Fans Need To Know
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Pre-Order Guide – Everything Sonic Fans Need To Know

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Pre-Order Guide – Everything Sonic Fans Need To Know

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds hits the track on September 25 with multiple editions, early access, and massive crossovers. Here’s everything fans need to know before pre-ordering.

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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

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!

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