Attention Sonic the Hedgehog fans and golf players! Sonic are friends are coming to all Topgolf U.S. locations starting Friday, November 15, 2024 with the official launch of the new game, Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog. Play golf with friends head-to-head in iconic virtual Sonic environments like Green Hill Zone and Sky Sanctuary, while hitting springs, collect rings and destroy Dr. Eggman’s badniks.
The game will be exclusively available for play at Topgolf venues across the U.S. and Glasgow and will roll out across additional Toptracer-enabled franchise venues around the globe in Q1 2025. Developed by Topgolf in partnership with SEGA®, the game is the first venture into the golf entertainment space for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
Check the next section of this article to read the press release for more information on the Topgolf and Sonic the Hedgehog collaboration.
Exclusive New Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog™ Game to Launch at all Topgolf Venues Across the U.S.
New advertising campaign invites Players to come play the new Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog game for free with Topgolf’s Free Play Time deal
(DALLAS, Texas) Nov. 14, 2024 – Sonic the Hedgehog and friends arrive at Topgolf at supersonic speed on Friday, Nov. 15, with the official launch of the new game, Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog, which will be exclusively available for play at Topgolf venues across the U.S. and Glasgow. Additional Toptracer-enabled franchise venues around the globe will debut localized versions of the game in Q1 2025. Developed by Topgolf in partnership with SEGA®, the game is the first venture into the golf entertainment space for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
Game Details
Topgolf meets the fast-paced action of Sonic in the new in-venue game, as super fans of all skill levels go head-to-head in iconic virtual Sonic environments, Green Hill Zone and Sky Sanctuary, to hit springs, collect rings and destroy badniks. The experience utilizes Topgolf’s proprietary Toptracer ball-tracing technology to blend the physical act of hitting a golf ball with digitally watching popular characters Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Amy track shots and collect rings as Players climb to the top of the leaderboard.
Player Offer: Play for Free!
Topgolf is leveling up the fun with an exclusive Player offer for Sonic fans everywhere! Collect 30 minutes of free play time with any walk-in reservation by using the redeemable code at www.topgolf.com/FREE. Restrictions and exclusions apply; please see here for more information.
Integrated Advertising Campaign
To kick off this launch, Topgolf is introducing its latest advertising campaign where Sonic the Hedgehog meets families and friends in the Topgolf bay to play the new game. The global campaign launches November 14, 2024, on Thursday Night Football, followed by an integrated launch on streaming, digital and social channels. The campaign assets were developed in partnership with Topgolf’s creative agency of record, Anomaly, as well as Topgolf’s internal creative team. See all the current spots here.
Exclusive Merchandise
Players can power up their game with exclusive, limited-edition merchandise available for purchase at all U.S. and Glasgow Topgolf venues. Sonic the Hedgehog-themed hats, sweatshirts and t-shirts – available in adult and youth sizes – feature Sonic himself holding Topgolf’s newest club, The Sure Thing.
What They Said
“At Topgolf, we believe in the unlimited power of play and creating moments of joy for everyone who steps into our venues,” said Topgolf Chief Brand Officer Geoff Cottrill. “The multi-generational appeal of Sonic’s iconic energy and speed gives our Players a fresh, playful way to just have a little fun together with friends and family. The new Sonic game in partnership with Sega absolutely takes the Topgolf experience to the next level.”
“Through our collaboration with Topgolf, we’ve created a game that both the Sonic and Topgolf communities are going to love,” exclaimed Ivo Gerscovich, Senior Vice President and Chief Business and Brand Officer of Sonic, Head of SEGA Brands.” The Sonic franchise continues to extend across the transmedia landscape, and we look forward to seeing everyone experience the final product at Topgolf venues globally.”
Learn more and book your reservation today at www.topgolf.com/sonic.
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