@tailschannel.comNews: In a recent roundtable interview at #TGS2026, Takashi Iizuka expressed a desire to find new ways for Shadow the Hedgehog to be explored in the Sonic series' future.
"Me, personally... that's my favorite character. I want to have more places where Shadow can appeal more."
@beancatter.bsky.socialBREAKING: Takashi Iizuka confirms in interview with Famitsu that his clone from EVIL WORLD is working on the new CINOS game #SonicNews
@tailschannel.comICYMI: Sonic is raising diabetes awareness in a new online campaign!
As blue is the color associated with diabetes awareness, SEGA has collaborated with JADEC (Japanese Association for Diabetes Education and Care) and the Taisho Pharmaceutical company, leading up to World Diabetes Day.
@tailschannel.comAWOOOO: SEGA HARDlight have shared a teaser image for a new Werehog form, coming soon to #SonicForces Mobile and #SonicDash.
"The Blood Moon Rises 🌕"
@tailschannel.comICYMI: A malicious programme, SonicTuner, disguised as an audio-modding tool for #SonicRacingCrossWorlds, was found and removed from modding site GameBanana a few weeks ago. During availability, it received 7 downloads and over 100 views. Its GitHub repository was also reported.
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@sonicstadium.org💥 Takashi Iizuka said that upper SEGA management wanted to cancel the Sonic series entirely.
"During the worst times, I was told by the higher-ups that we should cancel the entire franchise. I had to fight within the organization to keep the franchise as long as possible." #SonicNews
@tailschannel.comIn an interview with One More Game, Iizuka recalled the state of the Sonic franchise at its lowest point.
“During the worst times, I was told by the higher-ups that we should cancel the entire franchise. I had to fight within the organization to keep the franchise as long as possible.”
@tailschannel.comNews: Recalling Amy's movie debut, Takashi Iizuka explains that Sonic Team intends to maintain their primary characters across media.
“We, as a corporate principle, ensure that the characters’ relationships between Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, and Amy will remain the same throughout."
@sonicstadium.orgMeet "Sonic: Hoshino's Mega CD," a SEGA CD tech test BIOS recently shared by @hiddenpalace.org. #SonicNews
Aside from showing off sprite stretching and rotation, the BIOS also got long-time Sonic Team artist Kazuyuki Hoshino himself waxing nostalgic.
@sonicstadium.orgNEWS: A pair of leaked Sonic Hot Wheels toys have leaked on eBay. #SonicNews
The toys are part of their Superstar Speeders line, and are apparently slated for release next year.
@tailschannel.comWhile discussing SEGA's game release lineup for Sonic's 35th with Denfaminico, Takashi Iizuka noted that it's increasingly difficult to release Sonic Team's titles in time for their intended release dates, as new game development now takes between 3-5 years to properly complete.
@tailschannel.comBreaking: A wave of leaked toolings for upcoming Hot Wheels have been listed on eBay.
Included among releases for 2027 are two new Superstars Speeders based on #SonicRacingCrossWorlds, featuring Sonic in his Speedster Lightning, and Amy in her Pink Cabriolet.
@ponett.dogBREAKING: Takashi Iizuka confirms in interview with Famitsu that next Sonic game in development will have gameplay #SonicNews
@tailschannel.comAccording to Takashi Iizuka, the ultimate aspirational goal for Sonic is a goal that has been handed down to the team since 1991 - to become as well-known as Disney.
While noting that the series is not at that level currently, he plans to continue to aim towards this goal in the future.
@sonicstadium.orgAn employee at Marza Animation Planet posted this render of Amy Rose from #SonicMovie3's post credit scene, without any night-time lighting, on LinkedIn, giving a clearer idea of her design in the upcoming #SonicMovie4.
H/T to @/Justin61894350
@tailschannel.comNew: In an interview with 4gamer, Takashi Iizuka re-confirms an unannounced Sonic game is currently in development.
Although not confirming any details, he believes Sonic Team will create "unprecidented gameplay through various approaches," including characters, story, and game systems.
@sonicstadium.org🎮 NEWS: Takashi Iizuka has also confirmed that Sonic Team is working on a brand new Sonic the Hedgehog game!
"I can't go into specifics about the new game currently under development, but I'm confident that there's still plenty of room for the series to evolve." #SonicNews
@sonicstadium.orgTakashi Iizuka has called Sonic Frontiers one of the most memorable games in the series; "a title that took a great step that will determine the future of Sonic." #SonicNews
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@sonicstadium.orgIn a new interview Takashi Iizuka said his goal is for Sonic to be as iconic as a Disney character.
"I think Walt Disney was amazing for creating characters that are loved all over the world, and even after 35 years, we're still nowhere near that level, but that's what we're aiming for." #SonicNews
