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Post by Chris Lionheart on Feb 4, 2010 23:56:42 GMT
It's long been known that "Project Needlemouse," announced by Sega last September, was the codename for a new 2D, console Sonic the Hedgehog title. It was subsequently revealed (much to our delight) that Sonic would be its only playable character, and we now know that the game will be, in fact, a direct sequel to 1994's Sonic & Knuckles on Sega Genesis. Not only that -- it'll be (wait for it) episodic.
We also know that the officially titled Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 looks like a proper Sonic game -- i.e., there's hope for it yet.
GameSpot, which has a first look at the blue bolt's new downloadable XBLA, PSN and WiiWare adventure, reports that "episode 1" will be available on all three platforms "this summer." Additionally, Sega confirmed to the site that the game will support online leaderboards and motion control on Wii and PS3 (Sixaxis for the latter; sorry, "Arc").
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Post by savior on Feb 5, 2010 0:37:09 GMT
WOOT ! Can't wait to download this one over the summer. Glad to see Sonic go back to his roots since the transition to 3D was a disaster (sans Sonic Adventure on Dreamcast).  |
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Feb 5, 2010 0:53:29 GMT
I quite liked Sonic Unleashed (HEDGEHOG SECTIONS!), and I imagine I'd like the Advance games, as they look simillar to the MegaDrive games.
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Post by savior on Feb 5, 2010 12:09:55 GMT
yep. The Advance games are essentially the old school 16-bit Sonic games. Though I don't believe they are as great as the classics were on Genesis/Megadrive (referring to Sonic 1 & 2 mainly) ? Its still pretty damn close, and I think you'd probably enjoy them. |
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Post by Micheal Ragen on Feb 5, 2010 15:02:59 GMT
WOOT ! Can't wait to download this one over the summer. Glad to see Sonic go back to his roots since the transition to 3D was a disaster (sans Sonic Adventure on Dreamcast). I know it's your opinion but what the fuck are you talking about. Sonic Adventures was one of the best sonic games ever. It had a rush to it when you play it. From start when you go against the dolphin to when you fight the final chaos. Never played Sonic Adventures 2 but part on was the shit. Brings back childhood memeries with Crazy Taxi, UFC, NBA2K and Royal Rumble |
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Feb 5, 2010 18:57:40 GMT
^ I can sell you a Dreamcast with controllers, VMUs, Royal Rumble, Sonic Adventure 1, Crazy Taxi, Street Fighter 3: 3rd Strike and a few other games if you're interested? Seriously it just like sits there and does nothing...
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Post by savior on Feb 6, 2010 6:52:50 GMT
I was actually praising Sonic Adventure, not burying it into the ground... LMAO ! Sonic Adventure was an awesome game for its time. But other then that, all the other 3D Sonic games were garbage IMHO.  |
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Jun 20, 2010 2:34:56 GMT
There really isn't a lot to write about Sonic the Hedgehog 4. It's everything Sega promised it would be: just Sonic without all the cruft. I got to play through the game's Splash Hill Zone, and it's pure, unadulterated Sonic the Hedgehog 2, with a new coat of paint and a handful of new features. And there's no Tails, of course (not in Episode One at least).
There are a few new wrinkles. Sonic has his homing attack from Sonic Adventure, for example. As with most of the 2D Sonic titles, there are also a few interesting locomotion mechanics sprinkled throughout the levels: vines to swing on, ziplines and, of course, the beloved corkscrews and loops.
The homing attack adds a new layer to the traditional flow of Sonic games. For example, there are many moments throughout the first levels when Sonic will be launched into the air and then be able to smash a string of enemies using the homing attack. If you do this successfully, you can access higher areas of the level. If not, you'll fall down and take a different branch. Which reminds me, the levels have retained the same branching pathways that made exploration enjoyable in the original titles.
I was told that the final game will have a total of four zones, each with three acts and an Eggman boss fight. In addition to the normal levels, there are seven special stages -- I wasn't given details on how those will work, incidentally. And yes, Super Sonic will be available if you managed to snag all seven Chaos Emeralds. Collecting all the emeralds will also unlock a cliffhanger ending that leads into the next episode.
The price still hasn't been announced, though I was told it should be appropriate for the length of the game. As to how many episodes there will be, the rep informed me that Sega has no intention of stringing out a huge number of episodes and gouging consumers for more cash. According to the rep, there will be a "very finite" number of episodes.
Based on what I played, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 should be exactly what fans have been craving for years. It's not surprising, given what co-developer Dimps has done with Sonic on the DS in the past. The only difference is that now it's available on a console. So, if you've been waiting for some pure Sonic action, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode One looks like just the ticket.
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Dec 29, 2011 9:14:45 GMT
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Jan 12, 2012 5:17:46 GMT
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Post by Chris Lionheart on Jan 12, 2012 5:20:28 GMT
Sonic 4 Episode 2 will be supporting the first Quad-core mobile phone processor for androidSAN FRANCISCO & LONDON - December 30, 2011
SEGA® of America, Inc. and SEGA® Europe Ltd. today announced a New Year's resolution that’s sure to please gamers worldwide: the iconic blue hedgehog will be making his 2D return in Sonic the Hedgehog™ 4 Episode II in 2012. Following the award-winning success of Episode I, which took the world by storm in 2010, Sonic will continue his journey through the epic Sonic 4 saga on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network, and mobile platforms including the App Store, Android Market and Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone 7.
Fans have been eagerly anticipating the next episode in Sonic's new side-scrolling adventure, and SEGA has been listening closely to their feedback. Armed with all-new character animations and a completely reworked physics engine, Episode II will expand the Sonic 4 storyline with new areas to speed through and new challenges to face. For a sneak peek at what’s in store, including the arrival of a certain high-flying, twin-tailed pal who’s sure to be of assistance, check out the all-new teaser trailer here.
"After twenty years in action, it’s clear that Sonic hasn't slowed down one bit," said Haruki Satomi, Senior Vice President of Digital Business at SEGA of America. "The first entry in the Sonic 4 saga was a major success. We’ve listened to the fans and been hard at work making sure we recapture that same spirit of fun in Episode II. We hope the fans will enjoy it."
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode II will support Android mobile devices powered by the NVIDIA® Tegra® mobile processor. It will be available on the Android Market and featured on the Tegra Zone app. In addition, SEGA and NVIDIA are working closely together to develop an even more enhanced version for Tegra 3, the world’s first quad-core mobile processor. Trailer with the Nvidia TEGRA logo added to it www.gamespot.com/sonic-the-hedgehog-4-episode-2/videos/sonic-the-hedgehog-4-episode-2-ken-balough-interview-6348001?tag=updates%3Blatest%3Ball%3Btitle%3B1intearview with ken, plus the teaser trailer in the middle enjoy! =)
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