Sonic the Hedgehog #1 (2008 Edition) is set to be given out next month, on Saturday May 3rd, at the annual Free Comic Book Day(FCBD). Just stop by any participating comic book store and they'll hand over a free copy to anyone who stops by. However, note that each retailer will decide the guidelines for receiving comics.



This year’s Free Comic Book Day will feature a reprint of the very first issue of the Sonic the Hedgehog Archie comic book series, Sonic the Hedgehog #1. Though the comic will be the same as it was originally printed, it will feature a re-imagined cover with a modern “spin” done by well known Sonic cover artist Spaz.

Some other free comics to be given away include:

Transformers Animated - 2008 edition
X-men - 2008 edition
Marvel Adventures: Ironman - 2008 edition
The Moth: Greatest Hits - 2008 edition
Archie's pal Jughead - 208 edition
and more...

Additional giveaways:
Star Wars CMG Miniatures - 2008 edition
Heroclix Ironman Figure - 2008 edition

Labels: free comic book day, free sonic comic, free sonic the hedgehog comic, sonic

SEGA released a teaser video today for the upcoming video game, Sonic Unleashed, where it shows a whistling Sonic the Hedgehog flipping a golden ring in the air, then a werewolf...





... hand appears as the ring is flipped high in the air. The werewolf hand smashes the ring onto pavement, leaving behind a massive hand print and pieces of concrete.... and who knows what happens to Sonic. Well, some theorize that the wolf hand belongs to Sonic as he turns into the werewolf at night.

Guess we'll have to wait and see...

Labels: sonic unleashed, sonic unleashed teaser, sonic unleashed video

SEGA has finally added their Gamepage for the upcoming video game title, Sonic Chronicles: the Dark Brotherhood.

Game info...

Sonic's first-ever RPG comes to the DS

Sonic and his friends band together to defeat a menacing new enemy in a distinctly new game that includes combat, skill, collectibles and puzzles, exclusively on the Nintendo DS™. For Sonic's premier debut in the genre, leading RPG developer, BioWare (Mass Effect, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic) has created a slick blend of strategy and speed with fast-paced battles, character and party customization, and the ability to collect and trade items via DS wireless. Players will need to keep their wits about them at all times, as they will never know what will get them through the next challenge. With an engaging storyline, lightning fast attacks, high production values and impeccable visuals, Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood™ allows gamers to experience Sonic in a whole new way.

FEATURES

* Brand New Party System Gameplay: New to the Sonic franchise, Sonic Chronicles introduces the "party system", where teamwork is crucial and tactically diverse. Each character's skills and power can be customized to reveal unique new opportunities.
* Adrenaline-Inducing Combo Moves: Combo moves and precisely-timed button presses give the 4-player team a true high-speed, Sonic-style boost. Combo moves may vary between the nine playable characters bringing excitement, variety and strategy to battles.
* Over 20 Areas to Explore: Players will venture to exciting environments including Angel Island, the center of Eggman's fortress city and even through a wormhole into an alternate dimension, while solving puzzles and dodging obstacles. Just as in combat, some challenges will require teamwork to solve!
* Online Trading and Collecting: There are several unique types of Chao to collect, each with varying power-ups and abilities that help in combat and elsewhere. Players can exchange their Chao with friends via DS Wi-Fi.
* Epic Storyline: Sonic and friends must use teamwork and strategy to uncover and defeat the mysterious menace that is destroying their world piece by piece. New characters also add to the excitement!

To checkout screenshots and the new concept art, visit: http://www.sega.com/gamesite/sonicchronicles/us/

Labels: sonic, sonic chronicles, sonic chronicles the dark brotherhood

Gamestop already has an order page up for the upcoming SEGA title, Sonic Unleashed.

Looks like the release date will be 11/04/08 or close to it, according to Gamestop. This has NOT been confirmed by SEGA yet. Gamestop shows that the game will be available on the following consoles at the following prices...

Nintendo Wii - $49.99
Playstation 3 - $59.99
Playstation 2 - $29.99
Xbox 360 - $59.99

I guess get to pre-ordering.....

Pre-Order Sonic Unleashed

Labels: sonic, sonic unleashed

After all the rumors and leaked screenshots, videos and artwork, SEGA has put those rumors to rest by officially announcing its next major Sonic the Hedgehog title: Sonic Unleashed. They have their own screenshots and video at their site.

Sonic Unleashed is being developed by Sonic Team, and will be released late this year for Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, Playstation 3 and Wii.


Press Release from SEGA...

Having been broken apart by the evil Dr. Eggman, it's up to Sonic to put the pieces of the world back together again by retrieving the power of the chaos emeralds! In doing so, Sonic will find himself in a race against time and faced with an unusual situation that will challenge him in ways never before seen. Both day and night play different, yet important, roles in Sonic's newest quest... as the sun sets, a new adventure awakens. By completing a wide variety of action-packed stages, spanning the seven broken continents of the world, gamers will need to unleash Sonic's amazing abilities to save the world, and himself!

Players will have an opportunity to engage in ways never before done with the Sonic franchise, so in addition to running at high speeds, which will be highlighted in four new speed mechanics, combat fighting now becomes possible. New combat, movement, functional abilities and platforming will be introduced to offer increased depth and variety.

Sonic Unleashed will offer a re-defined experience for fans and newcomers of the franchise alike by combing picturesque & detailed scenery, an expansive world with multiple paths to choose from and dynamic viewpoints for an immersive and renewed gaming atmosphere. Along with seamless 3D to classic 2D camera transitions, the game is built on a powerful, new proprietary "Hedgehog Engine," which introduces impressive lighting abilities and new technology tailor made for Sonic's new speed capabilities. Under development for approximately three years, the Hedgehog Engine will help to produce a visually rich next generation look and feel with elements of classic Sonic gameplay components.

Currently in development by Sonic Team, Sonic Unleashed is scheduled for release worldwide for holiday 2008. For more information on the game, please visit http://www.sega.com/gamesite/sonicunleashed/us/index.php.

Labels: sonic, sonic unleashed