Sonic the Hedgehog and the Chaos Hunt Head to San Diego Comic Con 2026!

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Sonic Squad get ready! A fourth Chaos Emerald is landing, this time around San Diego Comic Con! Fans attending SDCC or who live in the area are welcome to stop by and check out the fourth Chaos Emerald drop, take pictures, and meet Sonic and Tails. There will also be special prizes for the first 100 and 250 fans, so make sure to get there early! More details on the San Diego Emerald Drop can be found below:

  • WHAT

    • Fourth Chaos Emerald Drop in San Diego

  • WHERE

  • WHEN

    • Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT

  • WHO

    • Both Sonic and Tails will be available to hang out and take pictures with fans!

  • Additional Details

    • The first 100 fans will receive a free Chaos Hunt shirt, and the first 250 fans will receive an exclusive Tails and Yellow Emerald enamel collectible pin.

    • Fans will also be able to scan a QR code to collect the Emerald on their phones for a chance to win the grand prize of an all expenses paid trip to Club Chaos in October! Fans will also have a chance to win the exclusive San Diego prize – the Leblon Delienne Sonic Statue.

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Sonic R singer, TJ Davis, launches Kickstarter for a Sonic Frontiers vocal track cover EP

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TJ Davis is apparently as big of a fan of Sonic’s Open-Zone game debut, or at least its music, as I am.

The legendary singer who lent her vocal talent to Sonic R and Metropolis Street Racer has marked her grand return to Sonic the Hedgehog music with a new EP featuring her own covers of some of the vocal tracks from Sonic Frontiers. The EP, titled “New Frontiers”, will feature reimaginings of four vocal tracks from the game as well as one new, original song inspired by the Sonic the Hedgehog community at large and their kindness and passion towards creatives like her who were part of Sonic at one point. The campaign is looking to raise £15,000 pound sterling (About $20,154 USD currently) in order to print various physical copies of the EP on CD and vinyl records, along with gauging interest in future physical musical releases. Maybe more Sonic and/or Sega themed projects will come of that?

The campaign runs until August 16th, 2026, and to help sell everyone on this EP, TJ Davis is also releasing new music videos for the five songs on New Frontiers weekly throughout the timeframe of the Kickstarter campaign. As of this writing, she has currently debuted her version of I’m Here on YouTube. Check in past the break to see that video and the other four, which will be added to the article as they are uploaded online. You’ll also find more info about the Kickstarter and a link to it, should you decide you wanna throw down some rings on it.

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SEGA Talk #189: Judgment (2018)

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Put on your detective badge, step into the neon-lit streets of Kamurocho, and get ready to trade your heat actions for courtroom objections as we dive into the boldest spin-off Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio has ever produced: Judgment. This isn’t just “Yakuza with a lawyer.” This is a game that traded Kazuma Kiryu for Takuya Kimura, swapped organized crime for legal suspense, and asked whether the Dragon Engine could tell a whole new kind of story. Find out on this episode of SEGA TALK!

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SEGA Announces Gamescom 2026 Line-Up

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SEGA is heading to Gamescom 2026 in a big way, giving attendees the chance to go hands-on with some of its biggest upcoming releases. From August 26–30, fans visiting Hall 7 at Cologne’s Koelnmesse can experience an immersive SEGA booth packed with playable demos, themed photo opportunities, on-stage challenges, and exclusive merchandise giveaways. Five upcoming titles will be featured, each with its own dedicated booth area designed to showcase the game in a unique and memorable way.

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SEGA and iam8bit Celebrate Sonic The Hedgehog’s 35th Birthday with Upcoming 35 Years of Speed: The Sonic Art Exhibit and Fan Art Showcase

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SEGA is teaming up with iam8bit to celebrate 35 years of Sonic the Hedgehog this year with 35 Years of Speed: The Sonic Art Exhibit. Taking place during the PAX West weekend in Seattle and later in September in Los Angeles, these special exhibitions showcase original works from more than 30 renowned artists, each reimagining iconic moments, characters, worlds, and memories from across Sonic’s rich history, along with historical artwork from SEGA’s archives. The gallery will also house fan art submissions from the community that can be submitted starting today!

  • Seattle Art Exhibit: 9/4/26 – 9/6/26 from 11:00am to 7:00pm PT (PAX West Weekend)

    • 210 Gallery

                     301 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104

  • LA Art Exhibit: 9/26/26 – 9/27/26 from 11:00am to 7:00pm PT

    • ARK/8

                     115 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Additionally, SEGA and iam8bit are excited to announce The Sonic Fan Art Showcase.  For 35 years, Sonic has inspired generations through unforgettable worlds, iconic moments, and stories that continue to live on through the fans. Now, we’re inviting the community to help build a fan-built visual compilation of the Sonic Universe. Submissions are open today, and artists and fans around the world are invited to reimagine and bring to life iconic moments from across the Sonic universe.

Selected artists will earn a place in the global celebration of Sonic’s origins and evolution, showcasing how Sonic’s story and world have raced across generations, borders and mediums. Standout submissions will be selected for a “best of” visual showcase on SEGA’s official social media channels and website, and a select few will be featured at the 35 Years of Speed: The Sonic Art Exhibits.

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NEW Sonic the Hedgehog Short Form Animation Announced at Anime Expo 2026

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Today, SEGA announced a new upcoming Sonic animated short – Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond at Anime Expo 2026.

Releasing later in the fall of 2026 as part of Sonic’s 35th Anniversary programs, Dr. Eggman’s new evil scheme is to upgrade Metal Sonic into the ultimate fighting machine by stealing Sonic’s life-data and harnessing the power of the Chaos Emeralds. Sonic and his friends realize that to defeat Metal Sonic they must rely on the friendship they built through their adventures.

The new animated short was announced today at Anime Expo’s Sonic the Hedgehog Animated Shorts: A Frame-by-Frame Retrospective panel that celebrated 35 years of Sonic the Hedgehog. Moderated by Aaron Webber, panelists included members of the Sonic art and animation team featuring Takashi Iizuka, Austin Keys, and Jasmin Hernandez, and special guests Tyson Hesse, Evan Stanley, and Alan Wan discussing their creative processes before announcing the new short.

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SEGA Talk #188: Virtua Fighter 2 (1994)

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On this SEGA Talk we return to the world of Virtua Fighter with a look back at the second game in the series! What did Virtua Fighter 2 do to improve on the winning formula of the first game? How did it expand on the characters and lore of the Virtua Fighter world? What is the best modern way to play the game? Knuckle up and find out on SEGA Talk!

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VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS Character, Bakunawa Killer, Revealed in New Trailer

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At Evo 2026 in Las Vegas, SEGA has released a brand-new trailer for VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS—scheduled to launch in 2027—revealing the “Bakunawa Killer,” a new character who will be featured in the story and playable in the game’s Versus Mode.

A series of attacks on martial artists has shaken the very streets of Vilasapara, the turbulent island city where the game’s story is set. The latest trailer depicts the mysterious man behind the attacks, the Bakunawa Killer, as well as Pai and Cielo, who are on the trail of his true identity.

VIRTUA FIGHTER CROSSROADS is an all-new installment in the iconic fighting game series that delivers a bold action-adventure experience that blends a cinematic narrative with the pure, realistic combat the franchise is known for.

Who do you think the Bakunawa Killer could be? Let us know in the comments below!

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SEGA and Jersey Jack Pinball join forces to bring fans an official Sonic the Hedgehog pinball machine

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After years of fan speculation and anticipation, Sonic the Hedgehog is officially speeding into the world of modern pinball. Jersey Jack Pinball has partnered with SEGA to unveil Sonic the Hedgehog Pinball, a feature-packed machine that combines the Blue Blur’s iconic characters, music, and stages with Jersey Jack’s signature high-end pinball technology. Designed by legendary pinball creator Steve Ritchie, the game promises fast-paced gameplay inspired by Sonic’s trademark speed, complete with beloved levels like Green Hill Zone and Chemical Plant, classic music from Sonic Generations, and three distinct editions aimed at collectors, arcades, and home enthusiasts alike.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary News Roundup – Frontiers on Switch 2, CrossWorlds Updates and More!

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Sonic turned 35 years old yesterday, and SEGA celebrated with a live charity stream that was part fundraiser, part showcase and part fan event (I guess our invite got lost in the mail?). In any case, a LOT was revealed yesterday. So much so that instead of making a dozen articles I thought it would be easiest to present a handy list of everything we learned yesterday, from game reveals to brand partnerships and more! So read on to see what Sonic and SEGA have planned for fans!

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Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th anniversary is today

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The year is 1991. Movies like Terminator 2: Judgement Day- Hang on! You’ve read this before!

Today marks the 35th anniversary of the launch of the original Sonic the Hedgehog video game on Genesis/Mega-Drive. The game launched first in North America on June 23rd, 1991 and moved Genesis consoles off of retail shelves like no other game before or after. From that moment on, Sega and the rest of the world would be changed forever.

Sonic has gone on to be one of the world’s most beloved and recognizable video game icons, with an unforgettable and way past cool charm and personality that still wins the hearts of many. In all these years, we’ve seen him in platformers, puzzle games, racing games, fighting games, and even an interactive popcorn dispenser and a free mystery visual novel. He’s crossed over into movies, TV, comics, and with many other media franchises. He made many curious enough to try topping their hot dogs with chili, or to figure out what a hedgehog even is. Above all, however, his games are just loads of fun and still as playable now as they were the day they came out.

It’s difficult to imagine what the last 35 years could’ve looked like if Sonic never came into our lives, but can we be certain he’ll stick around for the next 35 years? Honestly, is grass green? Is water wet? Seriously though, go on past the break as we take a brief look at Sonic’s past, the influence he’s had on the world, and whatever the future holds for the world’s most famous hedgehog. Let’s do it to it.

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Melodies Zone debuts massive fan remix album for Sonic the Hedgehog’s 35th anniversary

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You ask even the most jaded Sonic haters out there if there’s one thing they like about Sonic games, and they’re most likely to say its the music. Sonic seldom has a lacking soundtrack to go with any of the games, and to celebrate the 35th anniversary of this beloved franchise, Melodies Zone has come back with a new album of fan remixes of many of the most memorable songs throughout those 35 years.

Here, you’ll find a staggering 56 remixes from many known Melodies Zone composers like Hotline Sehwani, Lian Fort, Chief Takinawa, and Pixel Boy, as well as many brand new artists. Most of the games from the entire series are represented here, from the original game that started it all up to Sonic Racing: Crossworlds. Most of the remixes are relaxing, downtempo lo-fi, jazzhop, and chillhop, serving as perfect background tunes for relaxing or working with comforting memories of enjoying your favorite Sonic games to get you through the day, but there are a couple from a variety of more high energy music genres such as metal, drum & bass, and future funk to compliment a workout that Sonic himself would find fulfilling.

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SEGA Talk #187: Sonic CD (1993)

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Put on your red sneakers, grab a chili dog, and get ready to travel through time as we dive into one of the most ambitious, innovative, and misunderstood entries in the Sonic franchise: Sonic CD for the Sega CD. This isn’t just “Sonic with CDs.” This is the game that introduced Metal Sonic, gave us Amy Rose, dared to ask “what if Sonic could change the future?” find out on this episode of SEGA TALK!

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SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on Sept. 24, Pre-Orders Available

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Today, SEGA® of America and Lizardcube officially announced that the acclaimed 2D action platformer SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance™ will release on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 24, 2026, and will be available in both digital and physical editions. It is available for pre-order via Nintendo.

Created in collaboration with Lizardcube, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance follows longtime series protagonist and master of the ninja arts, Joe Musashi, who arrives home from a previous adventure to find his village burned to the ground and his clan turned into stone. Driven by vengeance, Joe sets off on an epic quest, battling hordes of enemies and larger-than-life bosses across stunning hand-drawn worlds. Rife with multiple paths to discover or unlock and packed with smooth, satisfying gameplay, SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance will have players attacking and reacting on the move— and keep them coming back for more.

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance on Nintendo Switch 2 will retail starting at $29.99 USD. It is also available as a digital Deluxe Edition as well as a physical Deluxe Edition (see product page for pricing and details). The Deluxe Editions include the SEGA Villains Stage DLC which pits Joe Musashi against three legendary SEGA foes: the evil genius Dr. Eggman (Sonic the Hedgehog™), the “mad dog” of Shimano Goro Majima (Like a Dragon™/Yakuza™) and the ruthless giant Death Adder (Golden Axe™).

SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance is also available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Nintendo Switch. For more details on the various digital and physical editions, pricing, downloadable demo and more please visit the official game website. For more information on all other SEGA games, please visit www.sega.com or follow along on YouTube, Instagram and X.

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The SEGAbits Swingin’ Report Show LIVE: 25 Years of Sonic Adventure 2

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As Sonic is about to turn 35, the Swingin’ Report Show LIVE turns the clock back to Sonic’s 10th anniversary which saw the release of Sonic Adventure 2! Joining in to share their memories are Sonic Retro head honcho/Sonic Weekly host David the Lurker, as well as friend of the show and video game music composer Steve aka ap0c!

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