Title: Sonic Unleashed
Lance - April 9, 2008 07:58 PM (GMT)
Yep, another Sonic game being produced at the same time as Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. This one is a platformer, but don't worry! It most likely won't be a failure like Shadow the Hedgehog or Sonic the Hedgehog (2006). Due to some pictures and leaked video games removed due to copyright of Sega, some things may be a little confusing.
First off, the most notable thing in this game is the Werehog. Its exactly what it sounds like.
Press Release :
http://www.tssznews.com/2008/04/03/s...shed/#more-257
First off, the most notable thing in this game is the Werehog. Its exactly what it sounds like.
Press Release :
http://www.tssznews.com/2008/04/03/s...shed/#more-257
| QUOTE |
| Sonic Is Unleashed! SEGA’s newest Sonic title is set to combine amazing next gen capabilities with classic Sonic 2D gameplay! LONDON & SAN FRANCISCO (April 3, 2008) – SEGA® of America and SEGA of Europe Ltd., today announced that everyone’s favourite hedgehog will be breaking new ground yet maintaining his roots, in the upcoming title, Sonic Unleashed™. Developed by renowned studio Sonic Team, the latest installment in the multi-million selling franchise, will take players on an unforgettable high-speed journey around the globe in a way never before experienced in the world of Sonic. The game is set for release later this year and will be available for the Xbox 360™ videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Wii™ home video game system from Nintendo and PLAYSTATION®2. Sonic Unleashed is built on a powerful new “Hedgehog Engine”, which introduces seamless 3D to classic 2D camera transitions, whilst delivering a rich and expansive world with multiple paths to choose from. Under development for three years, the Hedgehog Engine produces a visually rich next generation look and feel with elements of classic Sonic gameplay mechanics. The Hedgehog engine will help re-define the gameplay experience for Sonic fans and newcomers to the franchise alike. “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” commented Gary Knight, European Marketing Director for SEGA Europe. “In addition to this classic Sonic gaming experience, when darkness sets in Sonic Unleashed players will be able to experience a completely new way to play as Sonic… making this his most exciting adventure yet!” Having been broken apart by the evil Dr Eggman, it’s down 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. 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! The opportunity to engage in Sonic in different ways during the day and night time levels brings a completely original way of playing to the Sonic franchise, in addition to running at high speeds in classic Sonic style, combat fighting will become possible. Super quick Sonic’s speed skills will be highlighted by four new modes, whilst the all new combat, movement and functional abilities will offer depth and variety to the game. As the sun sets in Sonic Unleashed, a different type of adventure will awaken in Sonic’s newest quest… Sonic Unleashed is scheduled for release worldwide in late 2008. |
Sonic must reunite the 7 continents with the 7 chaos emeralds and when Night hits him he goes were-sonic.
Coming for everthing cept the DS.
Lance - April 9, 2008 07:59 PM (GMT)
More Info :
Information from ONM exclusive preview
- They admit to the leaked footage but claim to have been shown more than what has already been leaked.
- They confirm the whole game is definitely not on rails like Secret Rings, even for the 3D parts.
- Positive reactions to gameplay and camera from 'hands-on' experience.
- Confirm that Sonic Unleashed is being developed by Sonic Team Japan and is not spread out between production teams as some sources claim.
- Sonic and 'Were-Sonic' are split into two levels, day and night respectfully. Sonic has normal high-speed running and jumping and Were-Sonic is slightly slower and more agile. Sonic dodges past obstacles whereas Were-Sonic manhandles them out of the way and can toss enemies around, plus his overly-long arms let him traverse the levels by swinging instead of running 'in an almost Donkey Kong feeling at times'.
- Were-Sonic is confirmed as NOT being evil but simply being a hulk version of Sonic.
- According to ONM what they have seen so far of the two different gameplay styles they have melded together nicely.
- They have been informed that Tails and Amy 'pop up' but suspect other regulars such as Knuckles and Shadow may creep in as well.
Also included are various screenshots, many I am sure we have all seen before and one or two which appear new to me. The new ones are mostly just showing off background graphics which all look gorgeous.
As far as graphics go the Wii version must be exactly like the screenshots we have seen so far, perhaps though the final will simply have a lower resolution to the 360/PS3 version.
Interview with Yoshihisa Hashimoto breakdown
- Great adventure all around the world. Various new action systems and new abilities.
- Project started planning to create Sonic Adventure 3 and in the developers minds the game will have more in common with the Adventure games. No relation to Sonic 360 or Secret Rings.
- Trapped by Dr. Robotnik's evil plan, the power of the chaos emeralds is misused and something changes in Sonic's body.
- Nunchuk is included in the control method this time.
- Three new moves include Sonic Boost (by collecting rings, Ring Energy will fill up, which you can use to dash through the course at high speed), Sonic Drift (players will be able to take a short turn at any sharp curves while running through the course) and Quick Step (when running in high speed with an obstacle ahead, players will be able to move left or right rapidly). Other actions will be revealed later.
So basically this is Sonic Adventure 3 in a sense. Makes me happy.
Information from ONM exclusive preview
- They admit to the leaked footage but claim to have been shown more than what has already been leaked.
- They confirm the whole game is definitely not on rails like Secret Rings, even for the 3D parts.
- Positive reactions to gameplay and camera from 'hands-on' experience.
- Confirm that Sonic Unleashed is being developed by Sonic Team Japan and is not spread out between production teams as some sources claim.
- Sonic and 'Were-Sonic' are split into two levels, day and night respectfully. Sonic has normal high-speed running and jumping and Were-Sonic is slightly slower and more agile. Sonic dodges past obstacles whereas Were-Sonic manhandles them out of the way and can toss enemies around, plus his overly-long arms let him traverse the levels by swinging instead of running 'in an almost Donkey Kong feeling at times'.
- Were-Sonic is confirmed as NOT being evil but simply being a hulk version of Sonic.
- According to ONM what they have seen so far of the two different gameplay styles they have melded together nicely.
- They have been informed that Tails and Amy 'pop up' but suspect other regulars such as Knuckles and Shadow may creep in as well.
Also included are various screenshots, many I am sure we have all seen before and one or two which appear new to me. The new ones are mostly just showing off background graphics which all look gorgeous.
As far as graphics go the Wii version must be exactly like the screenshots we have seen so far, perhaps though the final will simply have a lower resolution to the 360/PS3 version.
Interview with Yoshihisa Hashimoto breakdown
- Great adventure all around the world. Various new action systems and new abilities.
- Project started planning to create Sonic Adventure 3 and in the developers minds the game will have more in common with the Adventure games. No relation to Sonic 360 or Secret Rings.
- Trapped by Dr. Robotnik's evil plan, the power of the chaos emeralds is misused and something changes in Sonic's body.
- Nunchuk is included in the control method this time.
- Three new moves include Sonic Boost (by collecting rings, Ring Energy will fill up, which you can use to dash through the course at high speed), Sonic Drift (players will be able to take a short turn at any sharp curves while running through the course) and Quick Step (when running in high speed with an obstacle ahead, players will be able to move left or right rapidly). Other actions will be revealed later.
So basically this is Sonic Adventure 3 in a sense. Makes me happy.
Ferith - April 9, 2008 10:35 PM (GMT)
Were means man, it was used in the past to assign numerical gold values to people. So werehog means...
...Manhog?
It's okay though, I can handle it, for I am WEREPONY. <.<;
It'll be an improvement, great graphics and probably equally great gameplay ('bout damn time) but really... manhog?
I feel violated.
...Manhog?
It's okay though, I can handle it, for I am WEREPONY. <.<;
It'll be an improvement, great graphics and probably equally great gameplay ('bout damn time) but really... manhog?
I feel violated.
Peaches - April 10, 2008 03:39 AM (GMT)
Thanks for posting this, Lance. I heard about it around a week ago, but didn't say anything. D: *is lazy* Sounds fun!
Sweetie - April 11, 2008 01:23 AM (GMT)
| QUOTE (Ferith @ Apr 9 2008, 05:35 PM) |
| Were means man, it was used in the past to assign numerical gold values to people. So werehog means... ...Manhog? It's okay though, I can handle it, for I am WEREPONY. <.<; It'll be an improvement, great graphics and probably equally great gameplay ('bout damn time) but really... manhog? I feel violated. |
Lmao, good point. Manhog sounds too much like manwhore in my head...
...This should be fun. :3
Silent - April 13, 2008 07:56 PM (GMT)
About time for SA3... It's been 10 years or so since SA2 D:
I wonder about chao?
I wonder about chao?