Sonic The Hedgehog - A Little Ball of Energy in an Extremely Handsome Package

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A New Collectors Edition of Sonic Racing CrossWorlds on Switch 2 announced which includes a 3D Crystal!

Multiple options available.
Can include tapestry, hoodie, keychains, 3D crystal, and pass case.

Link: https://bit.ly/3YC9O7e

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Which Sega developed Sonic Chronicles, Japan or America?

America I guess, since it's released for western first in 2008.
Japanese version was released in 2009.

I guess so. I mean, SquareEnix likely had change of people since their SquareSoft days, but they still kept tried and true as game developers.

Many FF fans don't think so, especially when they changed Final Fantasy Remake gameplay from turn based RPG into action RPG.
As for me the change is good since it offers a fast-paced gameplay compared to the original but many fans said it has lost its original spirit.

Sega were a video game corporation, then went backrupt, then were brought out and made into a lesser subsidiary. I know Takashi Iizuka is still with Sega, but how much of Sega is still Sega?

It's not really a lesser subsidiary in a sense.
The company is called SEGA SAMMY HOLDINGS, not just SAMMY.
They're fusing, not one leads on another.

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SEGA Celebrates 35 Years of Sonic the Hedgehog

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJJZ6Cq9tqg

Throughout the upcoming year, SEGA will roll out a high-energy slate of anniversary programs designed to celebrate Sonic’s legacy while bringing fans together around the world. Planned activities include digital content highlighting Sonic’s evolution across the decades, fan meet-ups and community gatherings, exclusive brand and retail partnerships featuring limited merchandise, museum pop-ups and art exhibits, live concert celebrations, and a brand-new narrative podcast.
“We’re incredibly proud to celebrate 35 years of our beloved Sonic franchise with our fans,” said Marcella Churchill, Vice President of SEGA/ATLUS Brand Marketing at SEGA of America. “This milestone is ...”

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/01/15/sega-celebrates-35-years-of-sonic-the-hedgehog/

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Nintendo demanded SEGA to put Mario’s foot in front of Sonic’s for Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

Hasegawa said in an interview with Arcade Attack Retro Gaming Network:
“There was artwork of Mario and Sonic and other characters standing on the field, and those artworks were used for the package, instruction manual, cover, the cartridge label, and things like that.
There was one small error and Sonic’s foot was in front of Mario’s foot, and Nintendo demanded us to change the priority. I still remember that.
We were like “Oh my God, we have  ...”

Article: https://nintendoeverything.com/nintendo-demanded-sega-to-put-marios-foot-in-front-of-sonics-for-mario-sonic-at-the-olympic-games/

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SEGA Celebrates 35th Anniversaries of Sonic and Puyo Puyo in 2026

SEGA launched the anniversaries with dynamic artwork: Sonic dashing through fiery chaos with Tails, Knuckles, and friends, while Puyo Puyo stars like Arle and Amitie chill on a beach under a festive banner.
Highlights include a Sonic-Arle high-five crossover for a June 'Lucky Lottery' in Japan, plus a February-March pop-up cafe and events in Osaka.
A Puyo Puyo live stream on February 1 teases more reveals, with fans sharing nostalgic montages, comics, and memes blending the franchises' histories from games to anime.

Source: https://x.com/SEGA_OFFICIAL/status/2013133337418961204

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SEGA Cooro™ Stop-Motion Animation! Part 1: "Itadakimasu"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0_YlSynDn4

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SEGA Cooro™ Stop-Motion Animation! Part 2: "Amy's Whack-A-Mole"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpRsmMZc9Z4

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First 4 Figures' Knuckles the Echidna | Sneak Peek Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqoBtvlqA8A

KNUCKLES PRE-ORDERS OPEN IN 9 DAYS!

Here’s your first look at our Knuckles statue coming soon to First 4 Figures!
Sign up here (https://first4figures.com/products/modern-knuckles) and get $10 off once pre-orders are open!
Secure our other Sonic The Hedgehog statues by snagging them at https://bit.ly/F4FSonic!

Pre-orders open on 29th January 2026.
Pricing will be revealed on launch day.

Link: https://first4figures.com/products/modern-knuckles

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Sonic Forces  - "Riders Rouge" Trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ie1wcjMbheQ

Riders Rouge makes her debut in Sonic Forces Mobile between the 15th & 22nd of January.
During a new character’s debut event, you’ll now face a Rival Racer on track - pushing you to go faster!
Outrun the Rival to earn Rival Race Chests, which contain extra Special rarity cards for that Rival character. Open these chests, complete Missions, and don't forget to use Card Boost during the event to unlock Specials faster than ever!
Complete Bonus Missions during the event to unlock Extreme Gear Sonic.

Download and play now - https://go.onelink.me/sH9e/cgi

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America I guess, since it's released for western first in 2008.
Japanese version was released in 2009.

I see, so it was likely Sega of American decision to choose BioWare, not Sega of Japan, who would've probably chose Atlus or another native studio, if they would've even had a Sonic RPG to begin with.

Many FF fans don't think so, especially when they changed Final Fantasy Remake gameplay from turn based RPG into action RPG.
As for me the change is good since it offers a fast-paced gameplay compared to the original but many fans said it has lost its original spirit.

Well, I mean, SquareEnix kept to it's guns. Yeah they changed things up over time and modernized, but they are still good with Final Fantasy. Sure some Final Fantasy games were bad, but they didn't end because of them.

It's not really a lesser subsidiary in a sense.
The company is called SEGA SAMMY HOLDINGS, not just SAMMY.
They're fusing, not one leads on another.

I still can't help but feel Sammy just gobbled up sega, spat out the remnants and made a frankenstein subsidiary out of them.

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I see, so it was likely Sega of American decision to choose BioWare, not Sega of Japan, who would've probably chose Atlus or another native studio, if they would've even had a Sonic RPG to begin with.

Back then SEGA of America's love to experiment with Sonic.
Sonic Boom's franchise are the greatest example.

Well, I mean, SquareEnix kept to it's guns. Yeah they changed things up over time and modernized, but they are still good with Final Fantasy. Sure some Final Fantasy games were bad, but they didn't end because of them.

Yeah, other than Final Fantasy XVI and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (which still has strong sales but did not meet Square Enix's internal profit targets), most of them are profitable.

I still can't help but feel Sammy just gobbled up sega, spat out the remnants and made a frankenstein subsidiary out of them.

Can't help if you're feeling that way but SEGA's profit is a lot higher after their merger with Sammy.

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Valentine Whisper, Lunar Tangle, and Ice Cream are Coming to Sonic Forces

A new year brings a new roadmap!

❤️ Whisper love bombs her rivals.
🧧Tangle gets her first Special variant.
🍦Cream serves up a sweet surprise.

Download and play now - https://go.onelink.me/sH9e/cgi

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Best-selling games of November 2025 in the U.S. on Nintendo platforms

1. Pokemon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo
2. Kirby Air Riders – Nintendo
3. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment – Nintendo
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6. Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – SEGA
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9. EA Sports FC 26 – EA
10. Nintendo Switch Sports – Nintendo

Article: https://nintendoeverything.com/best-selling-games-of-november-2025-in-the-u-s-on-nintendo-platforms/

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Sonic Rumble - Tangle’s tail does the talking, Whisper does the aiming 🤝

Are you Team Tangle or Team Whisper? 👀

Source: https://x.com/Sonic_Rumble/status/2013620093020708930

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SONIC WEEKLY: The Origins of Sonic Adventure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkWS69zg5AQ

Sonic Adventure, the legendary Dreamcast launch title — how did it come to be? We discuss the stories surrounding the game’s development — and you don’t want to miss this week’s Rings of Saturn…

Article: https://segabits.com/blog/2026/01/19/sonic-weekly-the-origins-of-sonic-adventure/