In a delightful revelation for Sonic the Hedgehog enthusiasts, Sega HARDlight is set to unveil an all-new 3D platformer Sonic game this December. This upcoming game will introduce players to a range of playable characters.
Sega has made a significant announcement by introducing a fresh mobile game titled Sonic Dream Team. This exciting release is scheduled for a December launch and will be exclusively available through the Apple Arcade service. The year 2023 has been a dynamic one for the Sonic franchise, with notable highlights including the Sonic Origins Plus collection, the launch of Sonic Superstars in October, and the final update for Sonic Frontiers known as the Final Horizon. This diverse array of releases has brought an assortment of experiences to Sonic fans, showcasing the franchise’s continued vibrancy.
Sega HARDlight, a game developer based in the United Kingdom, is credited with crafting several mobile games inspired by Sega’s extensive intellectual property, including various Sonic titles such as Sonic Forces: Speed Battle. The excitement surrounding Sonic Dream Team was fueled when the official Twitter account of HARDlight teased an impending Sonic-related revelation. Given the developer’s previous Sonic projects and recent rumors of HARDlight recruiting for a new Sonic venture, many fans had speculated that a new game from this developer was on the horizon. Their speculations have proven to be accurate, as Sega has now officially unveiled Sonic Dream Team.
What Is Sonic The Hedgehog Dream Team?
Sonic Dream Team is a captivating 3D platformer set in a fantastical and dream-inspired realm. Scheduled for an exclusive release on Apple Arcade on December 5, 2023, the game promises an enchanting experience. The recently unveiled trailer provided a glimpse into this imaginative world, highlighting the presence of six distinct playable characters, each possessing their own special abilities. These characters encompass the beloved mainstays, such as Sonic, Tails, Amy Rose, and Knuckles, while also welcoming two long-standing supporting characters from the Sonic the Hedgehog universe, namely Rouge the Bat and Cream the Rabbit.
Sonic Dream Team Features
- 6 Playable Characters (Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, Rouge, Cream)
- 3D Platforming Gameplay
- A brand-new character named Ariem
- Apple Arcade Exclusive
Although Rouge and Cream have made notable appearances in spin-offs and supplementary media, like IDW comics, their last inclusion as playable characters in a 3D platformer was quite some time ago. Rouge was last playable in Sonic the Hedgehog (2006), and Cream’s last 3D platformer appearance was in Sonic Heroes from 2004. In addition to these familiar characters, the trailer concluded with a glimpse of a new ram-like sheep character named Ariem. Ian Flynn, known for his work on Sonic Frontiers and the comics, also confirmed his involvement in the game’s writing team via Twitter.
The trailer for Sonic Dream Team showcased distinctive robotic Badnik bosses and highlighted the unique abilities of the playable characters, with Rouge demonstrating her aerial flight capability. Following this initial trailer, additional story elements emerged, including Dr. Eggman’s nefarious intentions involving the enigmatic Reverie gemstone. Many fans are holding out hope that this game won’t remain exclusive to Apple Arcade indefinitely and will eventually see a release on consoles.
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