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Review Sonic X Shadow Generations (PS5) - Shadow the Star of This Splendid Platforming Package
Prickly business
Back in 2011, Sonic Generations was heralded as a return to form for SEGA's spiky mascot. After a spate of poorly-received games, Sonic Team finally brought the hedgehog back with this simple and reflective title, celebrating the character's 20th anniversary. 13 years later, this fan favourite has returned with a remaster on modern...
Shonen Jump to a blue square
Given its overwhelming popularity, it’s a surprise there aren’t more alternatives to Mario Party – especially on platforms Nintendo doesn’t support. Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – Sweep the Board! may initially seem like a strange proposition, then, but it fills a niche on the PS5 that no one else has...
Review Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (PS5) - The Best Yakuza Game Ever Made
Finish the fight
If Yakuza: Like a Dragon was SEGA setting up a baton toss so legendary protagonist Kazuma Kiryu could finally retire after eight games' worth of story, then receiver Ichiban Kasuga needs to work on his handling technique. The new kid on the block doesn't just require the Dragon of Dojima to handle a few side stories as his hair...
Review Football Manager 2024 Console (PS5) - Lacking Console Edition Is on a Losing Streak
Sacked in the morning
Football Manager is, and always has been, the ultimate virtual footballing experience. It leans into the simulation genre much more than the other top games on the market, such as EA FC or eFootball, as it allows you to control almost every aspect of the club, aside from the players themselves. It is so effective at judging...
You know my name
Taking place before, during, and just after the events of Yakuza: Like a Dragon, the intriguingly titled Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name tells us all about what Kazuma Kiryu was up to in that time — and it's fair to say he was busy. But before we dig into the details, it's important to note that in its latter...
Review Sonic Superstars (PS5) - A Solid 2D Sonic Game, If You Play It Solo
Sonic Superstar
Sonic Superstars arrives as the iconic SEGA mascot is on an upswing. This brand new side-scrolling platformer follows Sonic Mania, a great throwback adventure that mixes old and new, and Sonic Frontiers, the best 3D entry in the series in a long time. The less said about Sonic Forces, the better. The point is, the character has had a...
Mini Review Sonic Origins Plus (PS5) - The Wrong Library of Games to Bring Back
The Game Gear should be remembered, not celebrated
As much as it's good to have access to older games on current platforms, the new content that Sonic Origins Plus brings only reminds us how poor quality the SEGA handheld library was compared to its home console offerings. The original Sonic the Hedgehog games are great, and Sonic Origins is worth...
Review Company of Heroes 3 (PS5) - Veteran RTS Series Enjoys Pyrrhic Victory on PS5
Fire in the hole
After almost two decades of setting the standard for WWII real-time strategy on PC, Relic Entertainment's venerable series reaches PS5 with Company of Heroes 3. Burdened by a hefty legacy, it's another valiant attempt at streamlining the genre's interface for controllers. It succeeds in part, but the masterful combat is at odds with...
Review Like a Dragon: Ishin! (PS5) - One of the Most Intense and Intricate Yakuza Games Yet
Blast from the past
It's finally here! It's been almost a decade since Ryu ga Gotoku Ishin! released exclusively in Japan on PS3 and PS4, with Western fans begging for a localisation effort all the while. But back then, the Yak--, er, Like a Dragon series was nowhere near as popular as it is now, and so here we are with SEGA greenlighting a...
Review Sonic Frontiers (PS5) - Bold New Gamble for the Series Pays Off
I must proceed at a high velocity
After 23 years of 3D Sonic adventures, we all know how we feel about them; some love them, some demand they be launched into the sun. Regardless of your opinion on the 3D games, it was clear that, after the disaster that was Sonic Forces — a game many consider one of his worst ever — something drastic had to...
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He may be edgy, but without him we wouldn't have I am... All of Me
Let's just get it out of the way: Sonic Generations is the best game in the series, and if you disagree, you're a coward (or just have a different opinion than us, either works). The 2011 entry into the series was a celebration of the blue blur's best and worst adventures across nine...
News Run Rings Around the Opposition with This Sonic Frontiers Gameplay Overview Trailer
Go moderately fast
A new trailer for Sonic Frontiers has been released by SEGA, giving us an overview of the game. Sonic Frontiers is coming to PS5 and PS4 on 8th November, 2022. On a routine Chaos Emerald-gathering venture with Tails and Amy, Sonic and his friends are sucked into a dimensional portal and find themselves in a strange digital world...
News Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Won't Spin Dash Theatres Until Holiday 2024
Knuckling down
We've had two live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movies in relatively quick succession, and both are surprisingly good family films. The third in this trilogy of game adaptations, however, is a little further away. Paramount Pictures has confirmed Sonic the Hedgehog 3's theatrical release, lining it up for 2024's holiday season: Yes,...
News First Hands-On Impressions of Sonic Frontiers Are Mostly Positive
Trail blazing
It's been a really big week for the iconic hedgehog, hasn't it? First, we got a look at some combat gameplay from Sonic Frontiers, then we got a trailer for Sonic Origins during the Sonic Central showcase. If that wasn't enough, we now have some hands-on Sonic Fronti
News Sonic Central Returns to Ring in a New Era of Hedgehog Dominance
Gotta go fast
Sonic fans have been eating well of late. The latest Sonic Central showcase is set for later today, and SEGA has promised a sneak peek at the speedy blue mammal's upcoming projects. After the monumental success of the most recent Sonic movie, it only makes sense to strike while the iron is hot. The event will take place at 9AM...
News Netflix Gives Us a Brief Glimpse at Animated Series Sonic Prime
Netflix and quill
Sonic the Hedgehog isn't just spin-dashing onto the big screen, he's also making a return to the realm of television. Netflix and SEGA have joined forces to create a brand new animated series called Sonic Prime, announced last year. Today, the subscription service has unveiled a very small look at how the show is shaping up. At the...
Rumour Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio Reboots Among SEGA's Super Game Plans
But they might not be exactly what you want
SEGA is sitting on a mountain of beloved gaming franchises and IPs, and it feels like the Japanese publisher is doing almost nothing with them. Aside from Sonic, Yakuza, and Persona — and Total War for the PC crew — it's relatively rare to see the company utilise its treasure trove of beloved games...
News Streets of Rage Movie in the Works, Written by John Wick Creator
More SEGA on the silver screen
It's not just Sonic the Hedgehog that SEGA wants to branch out to the movie business. According to a new report from Deadline, the publisher's beloved beat-'em-up series, Streets of Rage, is also up for adaptation. Yes, we'll be seeing Axel, Blaze, and many other fan favourites handing out vigilante justice on the...
Guide Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Is There a Post Credits Scene?
Should you stay past the credits?
Is there a post credits scene in the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie? It's fairly common these days for blockbusters to hide an extra scene part way through the end credits, forcing theatre-goers to stay glued to their seats for a few extra minutes — just in case. In this quick guide, we're going to tell you whether...
Movie Review Sonic the Hedgehog 2 - Confident Sequel Speeds Past the Original
Spin to win
Nobody was expecting much from Sonic's first live-action flick, but against all odds, it's an inoffensive, entertaining family film that captures the heart of the franchise. Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the sensibly named sequel, builds upon the original's successes to deliver something rather rare in Hollywood: a follow-up that's actually...
News Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Movie Trailer Brings the Heat Ahead of April Premiere
Plus: an on-point movie poster
The first live-action Sonic movie doesn't feel that long ago, but Paramount and SEGA are getting ready to roll out the red carpet for Sonic the Hedgehog 2. The sequel, which introduces Tails (Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (Idris Elba) into the story, debuts in cinemas on 8th April, and the final trailer for the...
Random Play Sonic at Electric Speeds When Original Game Comes to All Tesla Vehicles
Gotta game fast
Sonic the Hedgehog is a character known for his speed, but when we play his video games, we're usually very stationary. If you've always felt a bit of a couch potato while flinging the blue blur across the screen like a ping pong ball, you'll be pleased to hear about this new collaboration. Yes, SEGA and Tesla have announced a...
News Idris Elba Plays Knuckles in the Sonic Movie Sequel, Everyone
Idris Elba plays Knuckles in the Sonic movie sequel
Idris Elba plays Knuckles in the Sonic movie sequel. Idris Elba, a prolific Hollywood actor famous for a wide range of roles, will play Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the second of the blue blur's silver screen outings. The performer, star of Luther and most recently appearing in...
News Sonic's 30th Anniversary Symphony Is a Brilliant Musical Trip Down Memory Lane
Nostalgia Zone
We all laughed during Summer Game Fest Kickoff Live when Geoff Keighley introduced us to orchestral music from Sonic Unleashed, but it was just an excerpt from a much larger concert. To celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 30th anniversary, SEGA put together a nearly two-hour performance of music from the games. While we didn't catch it...
News Sonic Team's Hoping the Next Major Sonic Game Will Lay the Foundations for Franchise's Future
Like Sonic Adventure before it
However you feel about Sonic the Hedgehog, SEGA's mascot has been going strong now for 30 years. The games have a turbulent track record, but the fan base is so large and so widespread these days that even the weakest entries in the series are fiercely defended. Whether you enjoy the modern 3D iterations or not, the...
News Unannounced Super Monkey Ball Game, Banana Mania, Rated in Brazil
Monkeying around
SEGA fans might have something to look forward to in the near future, as it appears Super Monkey Ball is making some sort of comeback. Following the arrival of Banana Blitz HD, there's been the question of whether the publisher would take the extra step and make a brand new game in the series. Fortunately, a new project does appear...
News SEGA Is Exploring Options to Bring Back Its Old Franchises
Remaster, remake, or reboot?
SEGA, or SEGA Sammy to be more precise, has issued its latest financial report. While most of it makes for rather dull reading, one slide in its presentation could be pretty promising for fans of the publisher's games. As pointed out by the ever-vigilant Nibel, it looks like SEGA is looking into ways to revive some of...
News Sonic the Hedgehog Voice Actor Hangs Up His Red Sneakers After 10 Years
Roger Craig Smith no longer the voice of Sonic
Like him or not, Sonic continues to be a huge part of games, and is up there with the most recognisable characters of the medium. We can attribute at least part of the hedgehog's success to Roger Craig Smith, who has been voicing SEGA's mascot for a decade. Recently, however, it's been announced the...
News Netflix Announces Sonic the Hedgehog 3D Animated Series, Then Deletes the Tweet
Gotta tweet fast
Sonic the Hedgehog is seemingly hopping aboard the on-demand streaming bandwagon. In a now-deleted announcement on Twitter, Netflix is set to produce an all-new 3D animated series based on the beloved character. Netflix has partnered with SEGA, WildBrain, and Man of Action Entertainment to produce the new show. The latter company...
News Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Spin Dashes Past $200 Million at the Worldwide Box Office
Spin to win
The Sonic movie did just okay critically, but it's been a massive success at the box office. New numbers from a SEGA press release tell us the troubled flick has managed a worldwide figure of almost $210 million in 10 days, which is a great result for a video game adaptation. It's also been reiterated that Sonic the Hedgehog...
News Sonic Mania Animator Tyson Hesse Led the Way on the Hedgehog's Movie Redesign
Sonic boom
Remember the excellent animations that bookended Sonic Mania? How about that series of shorts called Sonic Mania Adventures? The person who spearheaded these wonderful cartoons is animator Tyson Hesse, and it's clear he knows the hedgehog well. So impressive is his work on the blue blur, in fact, that Paramount Pictures sought his help...
News Brand New Sonic Movie Trailer Officially Reveals the Hedgehog's Improved Look
Much better
Update: The UK version of the new Sonic movie trailer is embedded above, and is a little different to the US video released earlier. Give it a watch. Original Story: The reaction to the first trailer for the Sonic the Hedgehog movie was pretty intense. The blue blur's questionable CG design was largely labeled a failure -- so much so...
Rumour Sonic's Improved Movie Redesign Looking More Likely with Latest Alleged Leak
Please be real
About a month ago, a couple of images surfaced online, shedding some light on how Sonic the Hedgehog's movie redesign is possibly shaping up. They were never confirmed to be real, but were much closer to the blue blur we all know and love. The strangely human proportions and hideous teeth appeared to be gone, and this design, real or...
News Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD Officially Announced for PS4
Releases this October
Update: SEGA has now officially announced Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD for PS4. It's actually releasing in the West slightly earlier than in Japan; you'll be monkeying around with this updated re-release on 29th October 2019. Have a watch of the first teaser above. Banana Blitz HD features revamped controls, updated...
News 2021 Will Be the 'Next Big Year for Sonic', Says Sonic Team Boss
Next-gen Sonic?
Back in 2017, SEGA released two new games in its most iconic franchise: Sonic Mania and Sonic Forces. While the quality between the pair wasn't exactly consistent, it was an impressive year for a series that, despite everything, continues to sell in droves. It seems as though Sonic Team might be plotting a similar approach when the...
He may be edgy, but without him we wouldn't have I am... All of Me
Let's just get it out of the way: Sonic Generations is the best game in the series, and if you disagree, you're a coward (or just have a different opinion than us, either works). The 2011 entry into the series was a celebration of the blue blur's best and worst adventures across nine...
News Run Rings Around the Opposition with This Sonic Frontiers Gameplay Overview Trailer
Go moderately fast
A new trailer for Sonic Frontiers has been released by SEGA, giving us an overview of the game. Sonic Frontiers is coming to PS5 and PS4 on 8th November, 2022. On a routine Chaos Emerald-gathering venture with Tails and Amy, Sonic and his friends are sucked into a dimensional portal and find themselves in a strange digital world...
News Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Won't Spin Dash Theatres Until Holiday 2024
Knuckling down
We've had two live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movies in relatively quick succession, and both are surprisingly good family films. The third in this trilogy of game adaptations, however, is a little further away. Paramount Pictures has confirmed Sonic the Hedgehog 3's theatrical release, lining it up for 2024's holiday season: Yes,...
News First Hands-On Impressions of Sonic Frontiers Are Mostly Positive
Trail blazing
It's been a really big week for the iconic hedgehog, hasn't it? First, we got a look at some combat gameplay from Sonic Frontiers, then we got a trailer for Sonic Origins during the Sonic Central showcase. If that wasn't enough, we now have some hands-on Sonic Fronti
News Sonic Central Returns to Ring in a New Era of Hedgehog Dominance
Gotta go fast
Sonic fans have been eating well of late. The latest Sonic Central showcase is set for later today, and SEGA has promised a sneak peek at the speedy blue mammal's upcoming projects. After the monumental success of the most recent Sonic movie, it only makes sense to strike while the iron is hot. The event will take place at 9AM...
News Netflix Gives Us a Brief Glimpse at Animated Series Sonic Prime
Netflix and quill
Sonic the Hedgehog isn't just spin-dashing onto the big screen, he's also making a return to the realm of television. Netflix and SEGA have joined forces to create a brand new animated series called Sonic Prime, announced last year. Today, the subscription service has unveiled a very small look at how the show is shaping up. At the...
Rumour Crazy Taxi, Jet Set Radio Reboots Among SEGA's Super Game Plans
But they might not be exactly what you want
SEGA is sitting on a mountain of beloved gaming franchises and IPs, and it feels like the Japanese publisher is doing almost nothing with them. Aside from Sonic, Yakuza, and Persona — and Total War for the PC crew — it's relatively rare to see the company utilise its treasure trove of beloved games...
News Streets of Rage Movie in the Works, Written by John Wick Creator
More SEGA on the silver screen
It's not just Sonic the Hedgehog that SEGA wants to branch out to the movie business. According to a new report from Deadline, the publisher's beloved beat-'em-up series, Streets of Rage, is also up for adaptation. Yes, we'll be seeing Axel, Blaze, and many other fan favourites handing out vigilante justice on the...
Guide Sonic the Hedgehog 2: Is There a Post Credits Scene?
Should you stay past the credits?
Is there a post credits scene in the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie? It's fairly common these days for blockbusters to hide an extra scene part way through the end credits, forcing theatre-goers to stay glued to their seats for a few extra minutes — just in case. In this quick guide, we're going to tell you whether...
Movie Review Sonic the Hedgehog 2 - Confident Sequel Speeds Past the Original
Spin to win
Nobody was expecting much from Sonic's first live-action flick, but against all odds, it's an inoffensive, entertaining family film that captures the heart of the franchise. Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the sensibly named sequel, builds upon the original's successes to deliver something rather rare in Hollywood: a follow-up that's actually...
News Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Movie Trailer Brings the Heat Ahead of April Premiere
Plus: an on-point movie poster
The first live-action Sonic movie doesn't feel that long ago, but Paramount and SEGA are getting ready to roll out the red carpet for Sonic the Hedgehog 2. The sequel, which introduces Tails (Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (Idris Elba) into the story, debuts in cinemas on 8th April, and the final trailer for the...
Random Play Sonic at Electric Speeds When Original Game Comes to All Tesla Vehicles
Gotta game fast
Sonic the Hedgehog is a character known for his speed, but when we play his video games, we're usually very stationary. If you've always felt a bit of a couch potato while flinging the blue blur across the screen like a ping pong ball, you'll be pleased to hear about this new collaboration. Yes, SEGA and Tesla have announced a...
News Idris Elba Plays Knuckles in the Sonic Movie Sequel, Everyone
Idris Elba plays Knuckles in the Sonic movie sequel
Idris Elba plays Knuckles in the Sonic movie sequel. Idris Elba, a prolific Hollywood actor famous for a wide range of roles, will play Knuckles the Echidna in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the second of the blue blur's silver screen outings. The performer, star of Luther and most recently appearing in...
News Sonic's 30th Anniversary Symphony Is a Brilliant Musical Trip Down Memory Lane
Nostalgia Zone
We all laughed during Summer Game Fest Kickoff Live when Geoff Keighley introduced us to orchestral music from Sonic Unleashed, but it was just an excerpt from a much larger concert. To celebrate Sonic the Hedgehog's 30th anniversary, SEGA put together a nearly two-hour performance of music from the games. While we didn't catch it...
News Sonic Team's Hoping the Next Major Sonic Game Will Lay the Foundations for Franchise's Future
Like Sonic Adventure before it
However you feel about Sonic the Hedgehog, SEGA's mascot has been going strong now for 30 years. The games have a turbulent track record, but the fan base is so large and so widespread these days that even the weakest entries in the series are fiercely defended. Whether you enjoy the modern 3D iterations or not, the...
News Unannounced Super Monkey Ball Game, Banana Mania, Rated in Brazil
Monkeying around
SEGA fans might have something to look forward to in the near future, as it appears Super Monkey Ball is making some sort of comeback. Following the arrival of Banana Blitz HD, there's been the question of whether the publisher would take the extra step and make a brand new game in the series. Fortunately, a new project does appear...
News SEGA Is Exploring Options to Bring Back Its Old Franchises
Remaster, remake, or reboot?
SEGA, or SEGA Sammy to be more precise, has issued its latest financial report. While most of it makes for rather dull reading, one slide in its presentation could be pretty promising for fans of the publisher's games. As pointed out by the ever-vigilant Nibel, it looks like SEGA is looking into ways to revive some of...
News Sonic the Hedgehog Voice Actor Hangs Up His Red Sneakers After 10 Years
Roger Craig Smith no longer the voice of Sonic
Like him or not, Sonic continues to be a huge part of games, and is up there with the most recognisable characters of the medium. We can attribute at least part of the hedgehog's success to Roger Craig Smith, who has been voicing SEGA's mascot for a decade. Recently, however, it's been announced the...
News Netflix Announces Sonic the Hedgehog 3D Animated Series, Then Deletes the Tweet
Gotta tweet fast
Sonic the Hedgehog is seemingly hopping aboard the on-demand streaming bandwagon. In a now-deleted announcement on Twitter, Netflix is set to produce an all-new 3D animated series based on the beloved character. Netflix has partnered with SEGA, WildBrain, and Man of Action Entertainment to produce the new show. The latter company...
News Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Spin Dashes Past $200 Million at the Worldwide Box Office
Spin to win
The Sonic movie did just okay critically, but it's been a massive success at the box office. New numbers from a SEGA press release tell us the troubled flick has managed a worldwide figure of almost $210 million in 10 days, which is a great result for a video game adaptation. It's also been reiterated that Sonic the Hedgehog...
News Sonic Mania Animator Tyson Hesse Led the Way on the Hedgehog's Movie Redesign
Sonic boom
Remember the excellent animations that bookended Sonic Mania? How about that series of shorts called Sonic Mania Adventures? The person who spearheaded these wonderful cartoons is animator Tyson Hesse, and it's clear he knows the hedgehog well. So impressive is his work on the blue blur, in fact, that Paramount Pictures sought his help...
News Brand New Sonic Movie Trailer Officially Reveals the Hedgehog's Improved Look
Much better
Update: The UK version of the new Sonic movie trailer is embedded above, and is a little different to the US video released earlier. Give it a watch. Original Story: The reaction to the first trailer for the Sonic the Hedgehog movie was pretty intense. The blue blur's questionable CG design was largely labeled a failure -- so much so...
Rumour Sonic's Improved Movie Redesign Looking More Likely with Latest Alleged Leak
Please be real
About a month ago, a couple of images surfaced online, shedding some light on how Sonic the Hedgehog's movie redesign is possibly shaping up. They were never confirmed to be real, but were much closer to the blue blur we all know and love. The strangely human proportions and hideous teeth appeared to be gone, and this design, real or...
News Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD Officially Announced for PS4
Releases this October
Update: SEGA has now officially announced Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz HD for PS4. It's actually releasing in the West slightly earlier than in Japan; you'll be monkeying around with this updated re-release on 29th October 2019. Have a watch of the first teaser above. Banana Blitz HD features revamped controls, updated...
News 2021 Will Be the 'Next Big Year for Sonic', Says Sonic Team Boss
Next-gen Sonic?
Back in 2017, SEGA released two new games in its most iconic franchise: Sonic Mania and Sonic Forces. While the quality between the pair wasn't exactly consistent, it was an impressive year for a series that, despite everything, continues to sell in droves. It seems as though Sonic Team might be plotting a similar approach when the...