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Read more about the article Translation: SEGA’s Sonic × Shadow Generations: Creating “Show-Stopping” Character Animation and Event Direction with Maya

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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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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Read more about the article Translation: [Interview] SEGA’s Arcade Initial D Team Also Working on Sonic Racing CrossWorlds — A Racing Game Full of Excitement and Surprises

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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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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Read more about the article Famitsu Translation: Sonic × Shadow Generations is Designed to be the “First Game” for Sonic Beginners. We Also Heard Development Stories About the DLC Featuring Keanu Reeves as a Voice Actor [TGS2024]

Famitsu Translation: Sonic × Shadow Generations is Designed to be the “First Game” for Sonic Beginners. We Also Heard Development Stories About the DLC Featuring Keanu Reeves as a Voice Actor [TGS2024]

Sonic × Shadow Generations, set to release on Friday, October 25, 2024, from SEGA, combines two titles: a remastered version of the original Sonic Generations from 2011, with new features…

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Read more about the article Translation: Sonic Rumble Group Interview. We Learned More About the Sonic Series’ New Venture into the Battle Royale Genre [TGS2024]

Translation: Sonic Rumble Group Interview. We Learned More About the Sonic Series’ New Venture into the Battle Royale Genre [TGS2024]

At Tokyo Game Show 2024, Sega showcased a new title from the Sonic series, Sonic Rumble (PC / iOS / Android), at their booth. This game is an action title…

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Read more about the article Famitsu Translation: Interview with Takashi Iizuka and Shun Nakamura About Sonic × Shadow Generations. The Brand Theme is to Fully Convey Shadow’s Appeal, Depicting the Dark Hero Awakening to New Abilities

Famitsu Translation: Interview with Takashi Iizuka and Shun Nakamura About Sonic × Shadow Generations. The Brand Theme is to Fully Convey Shadow’s Appeal, Depicting the Dark Hero Awakening to New Abilities

SEGA will release the latest entry in the Sonic series, Sonic × Shadow Generations, on Friday, October 25, 2024, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox…

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Read more about the article Knuckles Executive Producer Discusses Plans to Expand Sonic Cinematic Universe
Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba) in Knuckles, episode 1, season 1, streaming on Paramount+, 2024. Photo Credit: Paramount Pictures/Sega/Paramount+.

Knuckles Executive Producer Discusses Plans to Expand Sonic Cinematic Universe

In an interview with Paste, Knuckles series executive producer discusses the success of the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise and the plans to expand the cinematic universe into a Paramount+…

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Translation: Sonic Symphony Will Soon Make Its Debut in Japan. Companions Shota Nakama, Jun Senoue, and Tomoya Ohtani Discuss the Latest Form of a Concert that is Stirring Excitement Worldwide.

Translation: Sonic Symphony Will Soon Make Its Debut in Japan. Companions Shota Nakama, Jun Senoue, and Tomoya Ohtani Discuss the Latest Form of a Concert that is Stirring Excitement Worldwide

On February 11th, the Tokyo performance of the Sonic Symphony World Tour will be held at LINE CUBE SHIBUYA (Shibuya Public Hall). In this event, an orchestra and a rock…

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Sonic Superstars Includes Intro Animations and Endings for Each Character! Interview with Takashi Iizuka and Naoto Ohshima [TGS2023]

Translation: Sonic Superstars Includes Intro Animations and Endings for Each Character! Interview with Takashi Iizuka and Naoto Ohshima [TGS2023]

Tokyo Game Show 2023 held at Makuhari Messe in Chiba from September 21st to 24th. We bring you an interview with Takashi Iizuka (Producer of the Sonic series) and Naoto…

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What is the "Other Reason" Why Sonic is Blue that Has Never Been Talked About Before? A Number of Anecdotes that Jumped Out in the Sonic Superstars Interview [TGS2023]

Translation: What is the “Other Reason” Why Sonic is Blue that Has Never Been Talked About Before? A Number of Anecdotes that Jumped Out in the Sonic Superstars Interview [TGS2023]

The Tokyo Game Show 2023 (TGS) was held over four days from September 21, and at the Sega/Atlus booth, it was possible to try out Sonic Superstars, which is set…

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Famitsu Translation: Worldwide, it sold 3.5 million copies, over three times as many as the previous installment. But 'we can do even better.' Looking back on the new horizon that Sonic Frontiers has opened – a one-year anniversary interview.

Famitsu Translation: Worldwide, it sold 3.5 million copies, over three times as many as the previous installment. But ‘we can do even better.’ Looking back on the new horizon that Sonic Frontiers has opened – a one-year anniversary interview.

Sonic Frontiers, released on November 8, 2022, features expansive open zones where Sonic races. Speed, the thrill of racing through beautiful grasslands, well-placed and satisfyingly rhythmic gimmicks, ancient ruins, a…

Continue ReadingFamitsu Translation: Worldwide, it sold 3.5 million copies, over three times as many as the previous installment. But ‘we can do even better.’ Looking back on the new horizon that Sonic Frontiers has opened – a one-year anniversary interview.
Read more about the article Takashi Iizuka and Naoto Ohshima Reveal More Details About Sonic Superstars’ Medals, Metal Skins, Art Style, and Game Design

Takashi Iizuka and Naoto Ohshima Reveal More Details About Sonic Superstars’ Medals, Metal Skins, Art Style, and Game Design

In an interview with ntower.de, Takashi Iizuka and Naoto Ohshima discussed several interesting aspects of the upcoming Sonic Superstars. One of the first points addressed in the interview was the…

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Read more about the article Famitsu Translation: Sonic Superstars: Interview With Mr. Takashi Iizuka and Mr. Naoto Ohshima About Their Dedication and Behind-The-Scenes Stories. A Rare Story About the Rabbit that Served as the Basis for Sonic’s Appearance in Skins is Also Shared. [GamesCom 2023]

Famitsu Translation: Sonic Superstars: Interview With Mr. Takashi Iizuka and Mr. Naoto Ohshima About Their Dedication and Behind-The-Scenes Stories. A Rare Story About the Rabbit that Served as the Basis for Sonic’s Appearance in Skins is Also Shared. [GamesCom 2023]

From Sega, Sonic Superstars, a high-speed action game, is set to be released on October 17, 2023. During the gaming event GamesCom 2023 held in Cologne, Germany, I had the…

Continue ReadingFamitsu Translation: Sonic Superstars: Interview With Mr. Takashi Iizuka and Mr. Naoto Ohshima About Their Dedication and Behind-The-Scenes Stories. A Rare Story About the Rabbit that Served as the Basis for Sonic’s Appearance in Skins is Also Shared. [GamesCom 2023]
Read more about the article Sonic Superstars Offers Unique Situations and Multiple Endings Based on the Character You Play As

Sonic Superstars Offers Unique Situations and Multiple Endings Based on the Character You Play As

In a recent interview with everyeye.it, Takashi Iizuka shared an intriguing detail about Sonic Superstars. According to Iizuka, the game will feature distinct variations based on the character chosen, including…

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