Apr 03 2008
Sonic Unleashed confirmed by SEGA
Sega have today confirmed what everyone knew already. Sonic is set to return in a new platformer called Sonic Unleashed. The title is being developed by Sonic Team and will be released on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii and PlayStation 2. Sega say the game is being developed using a powerful new “Hedgehog Engine” and features seamless 3D to classic 2D camera transitions. The Hedgehog Engine has apparently been in development for three years and will feature a next generation look and feel with elements of classic Sonic gameplay mechanics. Commenting on the announcement Gary Knight, European Marketing Director for SEGA Europe said “By combining rich and vibrant scenery with dynamic viewpoints. Sonic Unleashed will provide an immersive 3D experience whilst keeping alive the 2D gameplay elements and fantastic worlds that Sonic fans know and love”.
The news in the Sonic world while we have been away is that it’s been broken apart by the evil Dr Eggman. Sonic has no choice but to put the pieces of the world back together again by retrieving the power of the chaos emeralds. One new feature set to be included in the game is a day and night cycle. Teasingly Sega say that Sonic will be faced with “an unusual situation that challenge Sonic in ways never before seen” and that “ As the sun sets in Sonic Unleashed, a different type of adventure will awaken in Sonic’s newest quest….”. Look out for the game popping up on shelves later this year.
Check out the new better quality trailer featuring previously unseen footage below. It looks impressive!
