SONICPICT July 2026 Calendar “Cream & Cheese’s Rainy Day Welcome”
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.

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Sonic Pico Park Developers Reveal How SEGA’s First Indie Sonic License Came Together
Sonic Pico Park Developers Reveal How SEGA’s First Indie Sonic License Came Together

For the First Time in Sonic History, the IP Is Licensed Out to an Indie Developer. The Partner Was PICO PARK, the 8 Million-Selling Series – The Story Behind the Creation of SONIC PICO PARK, Developed by the Creator of PICO PARK [Summer Game Fest 2026]

A newly translated Denfaminico Gamer interview with Sonic Pico Park producer Shintaro Shimazu and director Shunsuke Miyake reveals how SEGA licensed Sonic to an indie developer for the first time, why PICO PARK was chosen, and how the team is blending Sonic action with chaotic co-op puzzle design.

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Sonic Channel Celebrates Sonic Riders 20th Anniversary with Jet the Hawk February 2026 Illustration
Sonic Channel Celebrates Sonic Riders 20th Anniversary with Jet the Hawk February 2026 Illustration

Sonic Channel Celebrates Sonic Riders 20th Anniversary with Jet the Hawk February 2026 Illustration

Sonic Channel’s February 2026 commemorative artwork highlights Jet the Hawk as Sonic Riders turns 20, honoring the Legendary Wind Master and the Babylon Rogues’ high-speed debut.

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SONICPICT March 2026 Calendar “The Ruined Library of the Royal Valley”
SONICPICT March 2026 Calendar “The Ruined Library of the Royal Valley”

SONICPICT March 2026 Calendar “The Ruined Library of the Royal Valley”

Sonic Channel’s latest SONIC PICT illustration spotlights Silver the Hedgehog reading in a hidden library within Kingdom Valley, offering a poetic look at the time traveler’s quieter side.

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Knuckles Takes the Spotlight in Sonic Channel’s October 2025 Commemorative Illustration
Knuckles Takes the Spotlight in Sonic Channel’s October 2025 Commemorative Illustration

Knuckles Takes the Spotlight in Sonic Channel’s October 2025 Commemorative Illustration

Sonic Channel’s latest commemorative illustration celebrates Sonic Adventure 2’s Air Necklace upgrade, featuring Knuckles ready for underwater treasure hunting.

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SONICPICT November 2025 Calendar: “The Princess’s Early Morning Run”
SONICPICT November 2025 Calendar: “The Princess’s Early Morning Run”

SONICPICT November 2025 Calendar: “The Princess’s Early Morning Run”

November’s Sonic Pict illustration from Sonic Channel features Blaze the Cat enjoying an early morning run through the Sol Empire, embracing the calm beauty of autumn.

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Sonic Channel Celebrates 30 Years of Tails Adventure With New Illustration
Sonic Channel Celebrates 30 Years of Tails Adventure With New Illustration

Sonic Channel Celebrates 30 Years of Tails Adventure With New Illustration

Sonic Channel has released a new commemorative illustration marking the 30th anniversary of Tails Adventure, featuring Tails piloting the Sea Fox alongside Pecky.

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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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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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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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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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