Sonic Central 2023: Celebrate Sonic’s Birthday With New Releases and Updates

It’s Sonic’s birthday today and Sega had tons of news to share at Sonic Central 2023. We’ve rounded up all the news from titles like Sonic Origins Plus, Sonic FrontiersAnd the next Sonic SuperstarsYou will be brought up to speed.

Sonic Origins PlusXbox One and Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One today, June 23,As a bundle, it includes Sonic OriginsPlus the expansion pack. The original release was in 2022. Sonic Origins brought together four classic titles – Sonic The Hedgehog 1, 2, Sonic 3 & KnucklesYou can also find out more about the following: Sonic CDRemastered digitally for the latest generation of platforms with additional features, new modes, and content.

Sonic Origins PlusIncludes everything Sonic OriginsIt also contains 12 Game Gear Titles, Quality-of-Life Updates, Add-On Content previously released with the Classic Music Pack, Premium Fun Pack. And for the First Time Ever, Amy Rose can be played in Sonic the Hedgehog 1 & 2, Sonic 3 & Knuckles,You can also find out more about the following: Sonic CDSonic the Hedgehog is back with more content and better graphics than ever!

Sonic is a gaming icon that has been around for a while. He first appeared in Green Hill Zone back in Sonic the HedgehogIn 1991. Sonic’s speed was unmatched by his contemporaries in the genre. Sonic could blast through walls and enemies to achieve high scores. Sonic’s loyal friends would not be far behind when the series went even bigger with Sonic the Hedgehog 2 in 1992, featuring faster gameplay, more robust levels, cooperative play, and introduced beloved fan favorite Miles “Tails” Prower. Sonic CD introduced Amy Rose and Sonic 3 & Knuckles introduced everyone’s favorite Echidna warrior, Knuckles.

And those are just the origins of Sonic’s 2D era! Over the next several years, Sonic would venture into the 3D space starting with Sonic 3D Blast in 1996, which introduced the Homing Attack, adding a new layer of depth to Sonic’s arsenal that has since become a Sonic staple. Each new 3D title introduced new gameplay elements, such as the role-playing elements in Sonic Adventure, Wisp power-ups in Sonic Colors, and the two gameplay styles as featured in Sonic Generations. The Sonic series continued to evolve and push its boundaries while still being the leading icon of platforming and speed.

Sonic’s latest 3D adventure, Sonic Frontiers, was released in November 2022 and pushed the envelope for the Blue Blur with new, open-zone gameplay allowing Sonic to explore the entire Starfall Islands with a newfound sense of freedom and exploration. Players can boost and rail grind across five massive islands as they battle hordes of powerful enemies with new combat additions like Cyloop, Phantom Rush, and Wild Rush.  Each vast island makes use of Sonic’s abilities and speed so fans can experience Sonic like never before.

In celebration of Sonic’s birthday, Sonic’s Birthday Bash Update launches for Sonic Frontiers today! The Starfall Islands have been decorated for Sonic’s birthday, added new collectable Koco, new challenges, Sonic’s famous Spin Dash, and New Game +! Hop on today and wish Sonic happy birthday – all for free!

With each generation, Sonic has taken innovative strides, and we don’t see him stopping any time soon. Sonic’s upcoming adventure pays homage to the past but looks forward to the future to bring something new and exciting with a nostalgic and memorable flavor.

Sonic Superstars is an all new 2D adventure that brings the team back together again as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy race through the Northstar Islands to defeat Dr. Eggman, who has teamed up with an old fan-favorite nemesis, Fang. High-speed, side-scrolling action-platforming returns with fully 3D graphics, an all-new setting, and new ways to play. Harness the power of the Chaos Emeralds, wield fun new abilities, and play through the entire campaign with up to 3 other players with 4-Player local co-op.

New thrills. Classic feels. Sonic Superstars will be released for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One Fall 2023. Pre-order at your local retailer now to receive the LEGO Eggman In-Game Character Skin.

It’s already shaping up to be an amazing year for Sonic, and we’re excited to share more in the coming months!

Sonic Frontiers Digital Deluxe Edition

SEGA

☆☆☆☆☆
1382

★★★★★

$69.99

Experience Sonic Like Never Before!

Worlds are colliding in Sonic the Hedgehog’s newest high-speed adventure! In search of the missing Chaos emeralds, Sonic becomes stranded on an ancient island teeming with unusual creatures. Accelerate to new heights and experience the thrill of high-velocity, open-zone platforming freedom as you race across the five massive Starfall Islands. Battle hordes of powerful enemies as you explore a breathtaking world of action, adventure, and mystery. Jump into adventure, wield the power of the Ancients, and fight to stop these new mysterious foes. Welcome to the evolution of Sonic games!

The Digital Deluxe Edition comes with the Explorer’s Treasure Box, which contains useful items for your adventure: Amy’s Memory Tokens, a Portal Gear, Chaos Emerald Vault Keys, Additional Gloves & Shoes for Sonic, and a Digital Art Book with a 25-track Digital Mini Soundtrack.

Those who pre-ordered the Digital Deluxe Edition in August 2022 will need to search for and download the product, “Sonic Frontiers: Digital Art Book with Mini Digital Soundtrack,” in the app section.
Please install the “Adventurer’s Treasure Box” and the “Explorer’s Treasure Box” before starting a new game. Please note that DLC content will not be validated if installed after completing the tutorial area.
Please ensure that the most recent patch is installed before installing DLC.