Sonic the Hedgehog 4

**Valigarmander** · 02-04-2010, 02:02 AM

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 goes episodic this summer - News at GameSpot

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Sega has taken the wraps off Project Needlemouse, and the publisher is positioning the game as a proper sequel to the series' Genesis genesis and Sonic the Hedgehog 3, specifically. The publisher has released a new trailer for the game, revealing its official title: Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1.

Sega debuted a trailer (viewable below) for the game, showing off the fourth proper installment of the iconic side-scrolling platformer star. The teaser starts with a retrospective of the series, gradually transitioning the memorable mammal's visage to a new HD version of Sonic, with waypoints at 1991 (the original Sonic), 1992 (Sonic 2), and 1994 (Sonic 3)

The trailer also revealed a few other details about the game, most notably its platforms and release window. Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 will arrive this summer as a downloadable title on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Wii.

While diehard fans have oft-pleaded for a new 2D installment in the Sonic series, the publisher has for years pursued 3D projects and spin-offs. Most recently, the series has incorporated gameplay revolving around transmogrification in the critically panned Sonic Unleashed. The iconic hedgehog also tried out high-speed driving skills in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, and character progression in the BioWare-developed DS role-playing game Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.

In an interview with GameSpot, Sega associate brand manager Ken Balough revealed a few more details about Sonic 4. Specifically, he said the game will pick up the series after Sonic & Knuckles, and incorporate established 2D gameplay mechanics for the series like the spin dash and power sneakers. Additionally, the game will incorporate leaderboards for players to test their speed against one another, and incorporate motion controls on the Wii and PlayStation 3 (with the Sixaxis controller, not necessarily the upcoming "Arc" motion controller.)

HOLY CENSOR EVASION.

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***CaptHayfever*** · 02-04-2010, 10:43 AM

Very yes.

And remember, "I'm-a Tails, number one!"

Glux · 02-04-2010, 11:14 AM

Censor evasion? Where??

I REALLY HATE POKEMON! · 02-04-2010, 11:35 AM

Wow, I never realized that they abandoned the original series, at least as far as numbering them goes. Perhaps this will get them completely on track once and for all?

***CaptHayfever*** · 02-04-2010, 12:09 PM

Yeah, I'd actually thought S&K was Sonic 4, SCD was Sonic 5, 3D Blast was Sonic 6, Adventure was 7, etc.

And remember, "I'm-a Luigi, number one!"

Metal Man · 02-04-2010, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by I REALLY HATE POKEMON!

Wow, I never realized that they abandoned the original series, at least as far as numbering them goes. Perhaps this will get them completely on track once and for all?

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Originally Posted by CaptHayfever

Yeah, I'd actually thought S&K was Sonic 4, SCD was Sonic 5, 3D Blast was Sonic 6, Adventure was 7, etc.

And remember, "I'm-a Luigi, number one!"

It wasn't too obvious, but the way they abandoned the old-school style after S&K and stopped numbering always felt like the difference between Mega Man original and Mega Man X to me.

Thus it is a pleasant surprise to see SEGA using the same sort of logic and simply making more sequels to the old ones.

I REALLY HATE POKEMON! · 02-04-2010, 02:47 PM

^ I was going to make the Mega Man comparison as well.

**Valigarmander** · 02-04-2010, 03:03 PM

S&K was originally going to be part of 3 anyway.

BUT THERE WAS SO MUCH WIN THEY HAD TO SPLIT IT INTO TWO PARTS.

Gabriel · 02-04-2010, 03:40 PM

^In fact, it seems as though a similar situation is going on with Sonic the Hedgehog 4.

Random User · 02-04-2010, 05:48 PM

It`s about time Sonic went back to his roots.

Luigiman7 · 02-04-2010, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Valigarmander

S&K was originally going to be part of 3 anyway.

BUT THERE WAS SO MUCH WIN THEY HAD TO SPLIT IT INTO TWO PARTS.

I know, right? STH3 blew S&K out of the water and into it's own game.

Metal Man · 02-04-2010, 09:17 PM

I've played the prototype where Sonic 3 and Knuckles were one game. They had planned to sell one mega-cartridge, but it was too expensive (too much storage needed.)

But SEGA is sort of considering S3&K a proto-episodic thing. I hope their episodes can be connected together, S3&K style, then.

**LASER BEAR ASSAULT UNIT** · 02-05-2010, 06:43 PM

i just hope its good

1-up Salesman · 02-09-2010, 07:39 PM

No Tails. Not a good sign. Hopefully just because it's an early trailer.

**Valigarmander** · 02-16-2010, 02:42 PM

Leaked Video and Screens Reveal Levels in Sonic the Hedgehog 4

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Just a few weeks ago Sega surprised plenty of people when they announced Sonic 4, the first numbered title in the series since 1994's Sonic 3, would be coming to PS3, Wii, and Xbox 360 in episodic form starting this summer. That announcement left plenty of questions in the minds of Sonic's many rabid fans. How much will it cost? How many levels will be included? What does he look like when he runs?

Some of those questions can now be answered thanks to an anonymous kind-hearted tipster who leaked several screenshots and an off-screen video of an alpha build to 1UP. The screens and video reveal that at least four zones will make it into episode 1. Those are Splash Hill Zone, Lost Labyrinth Zone, Casino Street Zone, Mad Gear Zone and a Special Stage. We'll definitely have to wait a little longer before we got our grubby hands on it for ourselves, but until then this should whet our appetite.

Stay tuned to 1UP.com for more on Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in the coming months.

Check the link for the video.

Luigiman7 · 02-16-2010, 02:50 PM

Looks cool, but I hate the way Sonic jumps.

Dizzy · 02-16-2010, 03:02 PM

I have suddenly become sexually aroused.

Gabriel · 02-19-2010, 04:52 PM

^DO NOT WANT

Ironically, I was too slow to catch the video. Ha ha.

Luigiman7 · 02-19-2010, 04:55 PM

Also, Sonic's running animation is kind of aggrivating also. And the grass looks like plastic. This looks to me like Sonic Rush 3. The Homing Attack doesn't seem too bad, though.

And how long has Sonic's eyes been green, exactly?

Gabriel · 02-19-2010, 05:16 PM

Pretty much since Sonic Adventure. They turned green when he went Super, though.

Also, they might be working out the flaws you mentioned. Jeez, CAN'T ANYONE EVER BE HAPPY?!

02-04-2010, 11:35 AM	#4
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02-16-2010, 02:50 PM	#16
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02-19-2010, 04:55 PM	#19
Luigiman7 ヽ(◔ ◡ ◔)ノ.･ﾟ*｡･+☆ Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: ~)´◡｀(~ Gender: Posts: 17,605 Thanks: 1,134 Thanked 1,012 Times in 713 Posts Blog Entries: 8	Also, Sonic's running animation is kind of aggrivating also. And the grass looks like plastic. This looks to me like Sonic Rush 3. The Homing Attack doesn't seem too bad, though. And how long has Sonic's eyes been green, exactly? __________________ ／人◕ ‿‿ ◕人＼ＷＯＮ’Ｔ　ＹＯＵ　ＢＥＣＯＭＥ　Ａ　ＭＡＧＩＣＡＬ　ＧＩＲＬ？

02-04-2010, 10:43 AM	#2
*CaptHayfever* Smash SuperMod Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: (n) - the place where I am Gender: Posts: 27,661 Thanks: 1,991 Thanked 2,486 Times in 1,513 Posts	Very yes. And remember, "I'm-a Tails, number one!"

02-04-2010, 11:14 AM	#3
Glux Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Home Gender: Posts: 7,122 Thanks: 647 Thanked 360 Times in 236 Posts Blog Entries: 3	Censor evasion? Where??

02-04-2010, 12:09 PM	#5
*CaptHayfever* Smash SuperMod Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: (n) - the place where I am Gender: Posts: 27,661 Thanks: 1,991 Thanked 2,486 Times in 1,513 Posts	Yeah, I'd actually thought S&K was Sonic 4, SCD was Sonic 5, 3D Blast was Sonic 6, Adventure was 7, etc. And remember, "I'm-a Luigi, number one!"

02-04-2010, 02:47 PM	#7
I REALLY HATE POKEMON! Goku lives on the Sun Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: California, U.S.A Gender: Posts: 12,717 Thanks: 1,334 Thanked 275 Times in 234 Posts Blog Entries: 1	^ I was going to make the Mega Man comparison as well.

02-04-2010, 03:03 PM	#8
Valigarmander The Bee's Knees Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The land of rain and trees (Oregon) Gender: Posts: 29,755 Thanks: 1,649 Thanked 5,701 Times in 2,581 Posts Blog Entries: 20	S&K was originally going to be part of 3 anyway. BUT THERE WAS SO MUCH WIN THEY HAD TO SPLIT IT INTO TWO PARTS.

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Gabriel Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pesterchum~ Gender: Posts: 2,752 Thanks: 206 Thanked 139 Times in 115 Posts	^In fact, it seems as though a similar situation is going on with Sonic the Hedgehog 4.

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Random User Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Equestrian Republic of Spanglidesh Gender: Posts: 3,562 Thanks: 321 Thanked 195 Times in 143 Posts Blog Entries: 4	It`s about time Sonic went back to his roots.

02-04-2010, 09:17 PM	#12
Metal Man Fairy-Slaying Maniac Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: 1592 Miles Away From Here Gender: Posts: 18,062 Thanks: 148 Thanked 683 Times in 482 Posts	I've played the prototype where Sonic 3 and Knuckles were one game. They had planned to sell one mega-cartridge, but it was too expensive (too much storage needed.) But SEGA is sort of considering S3&K a proto-episodic thing. I hope their episodes can be connected together, S3&K style, then.

02-05-2010, 06:43 PM	#13
LASER BEAR ASSAULT UNIT Videos Mod Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: In my pants Gender: Posts: 4,613 Thanks: 2,502 Thanked 767 Times in 422 Posts	i just hope its good

02-09-2010, 07:39 PM	#14
1-up Salesman Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Letting you guys know that I'm planning on continuing Attack of the Spammers soon. Gender: Posts: 4,095 Thanks: 2,162 Thanked 250 Times in 194 Posts Blog Entries: 9	No Tails. Not a good sign. Hopefully just because it's an early trailer.

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02-19-2010, 04:52 PM	#18
Gabriel Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pesterchum~ Gender: Posts: 2,752 Thanks: 206 Thanked 139 Times in 115 Posts	^DO NOT WANT Ironically, I was too slow to catch the video. Ha ha.

02-19-2010, 05:16 PM	#20
Gabriel Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Pesterchum~ Gender: Posts: 2,752 Thanks: 206 Thanked 139 Times in 115 Posts	Pretty much since Sonic Adventure. They turned green when he went Super, though. Also, they might be working out the flaws you mentioned. Jeez, CAN'T ANYONE EVER BE HAPPY?!