Sonic 35th Anniversary Label Cans Coming to Suntory Vending Machines Across Japan
Sonic 35th Anniversary Label Cans Coming to Suntory Vending Machines Across Japan

Sonic 35th Anniversary Label Cans Coming to Suntory Vending Machines Across Japan

Sonic the Hedgehog 35th anniversary original label cans will be sold through Suntory vending machines across Japan from June 16 to July 20, featuring 13 random designs based on past Sonic titles, removable sticker labels, and a chance to win original acrylic keychains.

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Sonic the Hedgehog Animate Fair and Gratte Collaboration Begins June 6
Sonic the Hedgehog Animate Fair and Gratte Collaboration Begins June 6

Sonic the Hedgehog Animate Fair and Gratte Collaboration Begins June 6

SEGA and animate are launching the first part of their year-long global collaboration with a Sonic the Hedgehog Only Shop, Fair, and Gratte campaign across Japan and overseas stores from June 6.

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SEGA MUSIC Launches With Sonic 35th Anniversary Vocal Theme Compilation Forever Fast
SEGA MUSIC Launches With Sonic 35th Anniversary Vocal Theme Compilation Forever Fast

SEGA MUSIC Launches With Sonic 35th Anniversary Vocal Theme Compilation Forever Fast

SEGA MUSIC’s first release, Forever Fast - 35th Anniversary of Sonic The Hedgehog, will collect 22 vocal themes from Sonic Adventure through Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, including a newly recorded version of “Escape From The City” featuring Nathan Sharp.

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Official SEGA Shop Opens Pre-Orders for Limited Edition Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Ingot
Official SEGA Shop Opens Pre-Orders for Limited Edition Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Ingot

Official SEGA Shop Opens Pre-Orders for Limited Edition Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Ingot

The official SEGA Shop has opened pre-orders for a limited edition Sonic the Hedgehog ingot by Fanattik, featuring Sonic, Dr. Eggman, and classic animals in a numbered 35th anniversary collectible limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide.

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Sonic the Hedgehog and TNOC hokkaido Team Up for Hokkaido-Inspired T-Shirt Collection
Sonic the Hedgehog and TNOC hokkaido Team Up for Hokkaido-Inspired T-Shirt Collection

Sonic the Hedgehog and TNOC hokkaido Team Up for Hokkaido-Inspired T-Shirt Collection

TNOC hokkaido has announced a new Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration featuring T-shirts inspired by Hokkaido’s northern fields, forests, wildlife, and Sonic’s signature speed.

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Sonic the Hedgehog x Crocs Collection Launches May 19 With Classic Clogs and Jibbitz Charms
Sonic the Hedgehog x Crocs Collection Launches May 19 With Classic Clogs and Jibbitz Charms

Sonic the Hedgehog x Crocs Collection Launches May 19 With Classic Clogs and Jibbitz Charms

SEGA and Crocs are teaming up again for a new Sonic the Hedgehog collection, featuring Classic Clogs for adults, kids, and toddlers, along with two Jibbitz charm packs.

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SEGA and animate Launch Year-Long Global Collaboration Starting With Sonic the Hedgehog
SEGA and animate Launch Year-Long Global Collaboration Starting With Sonic the Hedgehog

SEGA and animate Launch Year-Long Global Collaboration Starting With Sonic the Hedgehog

SEGA, ATLUS, Rovio, and animate are launching a year-long global collaboration across more than 140 stores, with Sonic the Hedgehog kicking off the project in June 2026.

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Official Sonic Search-and-Find Book Find SONIC! Opens Pre-Orders for 35th Anniversary
Official Sonic Search-and-Find Book Find SONIC! Opens Pre-Orders for 35th Anniversary

Official Sonic Search-and-Find Book Find SONIC! Opens Pre-Orders for 35th Anniversary

Seitosha has opened pre-orders for Find SONIC! Sonic o Sagase!, an official Sonic the Hedgehog search-and-find book celebrating 35 years of games with illustrated Dream Zones, bonus stickers, and a Kinokuniya 100th anniversary collaboration.

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Limited Run Games Shows Updated Sonic X Shadow Generations Statue Prototype
Limited Run Games Shows Updated Sonic X Shadow Generations Statue Prototype

Limited Run Games Shows Updated Sonic X Shadow Generations Statue Prototype

Limited Run Games has shared a new look at the revised Sonic X Shadow Generations statue prototype, featuring improved sculpting, cleaner paintwork, stronger colors, and a sturdier base.

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LEGO SEGA Genesis Console Set Launches June 1 With Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Cartridge
LEGO SEGA Genesis Console Set Launches June 1 With Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Cartridge

LEGO SEGA Genesis Console Set Launches June 1 With Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Cartridge

The LEGO Group and SEGA have revealed the LEGO SEGA Genesis Console set, a 479-piece retro gaming build launching June 1 with Genesis and Mega Drive display options, detachable controllers, and Sonic the Hedgehog details.

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Limited Run Games Apologizes Over Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Edition Statue Quality
Limited Run Games Apologizes Over Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Edition Statue Quality

Limited Run Games Apologizes Over Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Edition Statue Quality

Limited Run Games has paused shipments of the Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Edition after quality complaints about the included Dreamcast statue, promising replacements or refunds for affected customers.

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SEGA and Richard Orlinski Reveal Sonic x Orlinski Sculpture for Sonic’s 35th Anniversary
SEGA and Richard Orlinski Reveal Sonic x Orlinski Sculpture for Sonic’s 35th Anniversary

Richard Orlinski and SEGA Reveal Limited Sonic Sculpture for the Hedgehog’s 35th Anniversary

Contemporary artist Richard Orlinski has teamed up with SEGA to create a limited-edition Sonic sculpture celebrating the franchise’s 35th anniversary, available for a short release window in March.

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JAKKS Pacific Announces Global Toy Partnership for Sonic the Hedgehog 4
JAKKS Pacific Announces Global Toy Partnership for Sonic the Hedgehog 4

JAKKS Pacific Announces Global Toy Partnership for Sonic the Hedgehog 4

JAKKS Pacific and SEGA have signed a multi-year partnership to produce Sonic the Hedgehog 4 merchandise, including action figures, plush, playsets, and costumes launching worldwide in early 2027.

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Sonic Knock Revealed at New York Toy Fair 2026, New Flick-Based Sonic Board Game Launches in August
Sonic Knock Revealed at New York Toy Fair 2026, New Flick-Based Sonic Board Game Launches in August

Sonic Knock Revealed at New York Toy Fair 2026, New Flick-Based Sonic Board Game Launches in August

KessCo has unveiled Sonic Knock at New York Toy Fair 2026, a fast-paced flick-based Sonic tabletop game for two to eight players set to launch this August.

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First 4 Figures Reveals Closer Look at Sonic the Hedgehog “Knuckles” Statue, Pre-Orders Open January 29
First 4 Figures Reveals Closer Look at Sonic the Hedgehog “Knuckles” Statue, Pre-Orders Open January 29

First 4 Figures Reveals Closer Look at Sonic the Hedgehog “Knuckles” Statue, Pre-Orders Open January 29

First 4 Figures has shared a new showcase video for its upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog “Knuckles” statue, offering a detailed look at the figure ahead of pre-orders opening later this month.

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“SONIC & FRIENDS” Collaboration Café Opens Today — Introducing a Soothing Space Where Cute Sonic Characters Welcome You
“SONIC & FRIENDS” Collaboration Café Opens Today — Introducing a Soothing Space Where Cute Sonic Characters Welcome You

SONIC & FRIENDS Collaboration Café Opens Today — Introducing a Soothing Space Where Cute Sonic Characters Welcome You

SEGA has opened the SONIC & FRIENDS CAFE today in Tokyo and Nagoya, inviting fans into a soothing, cute-themed café space inspired by the SONIC & FRIENDS animated series, complete with exclusive menu items, décor, and merchandise.

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The collaboration café “Sonic & Friends Café” opens tomorrow, January 9. Hamburg steak and omelet curry inspired by scenes from the main video will be available!
The collaboration café “Sonic & Friends Café” opens tomorrow, January 9. Hamburg steak and omelet curry inspired by scenes from the main video will be available!

The collaboration café “Sonic & Friends Café” opens tomorrow, January 9. Hamburg steak and omelet curry inspired by scenes from the main video will be available!

The Sonic & Friends Café opens January 9 at and GALLERY locations in Yurakucho and Nagoya, offering themed food, drinks, and brand-new merchandise inspired by the popular Sonic & Friends animated series.

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Rovio Lays Off 36 Employees Amid Restructure and SEGA Integration
Rovio Lays Off 36 Employees Amid Restructure and SEGA Integration

SEGA Brings Angry Birds Licensing Under Its Global Transmedia Strategy Following Rovio Acquisition

  • Post published:January 8, 2026
  • Post category:Sonic News

SEGA and Rovio have unified all Angry Birds licensing under SEGA’s global transmedia operations, signaling a major shift in how the franchise will be managed worldwide ahead of The Angry Birds Movie 3.

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Sonic and Shadow Return to Thank You Mart With Affordable New Merch Line Launching January 2026
Sonic and Shadow Return to Thank You Mart With Affordable New Merch Line Launching January 2026

Sonic and Shadow Return to Thank You Mart With Affordable New Merch Line Launching January 2026

Sonic the Hedgehog is teaming up with Thank You Mart once again for a new Japan exclusive merch collection focused on Sonic and Shadow, with every item priced at just ¥390 before tax.

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Limited Run Games Begins Shipping Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Editions and Fans Are Not Happy
Limited Run Games Begins Shipping Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Editions and Fans Are Not Happy

Limited Run Games Begins Shipping Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Editions and Fans Are Not Happy

After more than a year of delays, Limited Run Games has started shipping the Sonic X Shadow Generations Collector’s Editions, but early reactions show widespread disappointment over the final statue quality.

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Funko Reveals New Sonic the Hedgehog Pop Wave Featuring Fang, Mighty, Mecha Sonic and Classic Amy
Funko Reveals New Sonic the Hedgehog Pop Wave Featuring Fang, Mighty, Mecha Sonic and Classic Amy

Funko Reveals New Sonic the Hedgehog Pop Wave Featuring Fang, Mighty, Mecha Sonic and Classic Amy

Funko has unveiled a new lineup of Sonic the Hedgehog Pops inspired by classic games, including Amy with a Chase variant, Fang, Mighty and Mecha Sonic.

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SEGA Announces SONIC & FRIENDS Cafe Opening in January 2026 With Exclusive Menu and Goods
SEGA Announces SONIC & FRIENDS Cafe Opening in January 2026 With Exclusive Menu and Goods

SEGA Announces SONIC & FRIENDS Cafe Opening in January 2026 With Exclusive Menu and Goods

SEGA will open the official SONIC & FRIENDS Cafe on January 9 2026 in Yurakucho and Nagoya, offering themed food, drinks, merchandise and bonuses based on the popular short animation series.

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SEGA and Higround Reveal New Sonic and Dreamcast Collaboration for December 12th Launch
SEGA and Higround Reveal New Sonic and Dreamcast Collaboration for December 12th Launch

SEGA and Higround Reveal New Sonic and Dreamcast Collaboration for December 12th Launch

SEGA and Higround are teaming up for a new collection inspired by Sonic the Hedgehog and the Dreamcast era, featuring upgraded keyboards, new layouts, Hall Effect technology and fresh Sonic themed designs.

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Fang’s Creator Returns: Shinichi “Touma” Higashi Reunites with SEGA for New Sonic Vinyl Figure Collection
Fang’s Creator Returns: Shinichi “Touma” Higashi Reunites with SEGA for New Sonic Vinyl Figure Collection

Fang’s Creator Returns: Shinichi “Touma” Higashi Reunites with SEGA for New Sonic Vinyl Figure Collection

Shinichi “Touma” Higashi, the original designer of Fang the Sniper, has reunited with SEGA to produce a new Sonic vinyl figure collection debuting at DesignerCon 2025 in Las Vegas.

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FREAK’S STORE x SEGA 65th Anniversary Collection Launches in Japan Featuring Sonic, Yakuza, and MON7A Collaboration
FREAK’S STORE x SEGA 65th Anniversary Collection Launches in Japan Featuring Sonic, Yakuza, and MON7A Collaboration

FREAK’S STORE x SEGA 65th Anniversary Collection Launches in Japan Featuring Sonic, Yakuza, and MON7A Collaboration

FREAK’S STORE has officially launched the SEGA 65th Anniversary Collection in Japan, featuring apparel inspired by Sonic, Yakuza, Puyo Puyo, and more, along with a special video starring viral artist MON7A and Sonic the Hedgehog.

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