An enhanced and expanded upon remaster of 2011’s Sonic Generations, SEGA has today confirmed a 25 October 2024 launch date for Sonic x Shadow Generations for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store) gaming platforms.
Sonic x Shadow Generations is set to feature a complete remaster of 2011’s Sonic Generations, which through the eyes of Modern Sonic and Classic Sonic, will see the pair navigate through a greatest-hits collection of stages from their releases prior to its release – now with upgraded visuals and bonus content. Additionally, players can look forward to a new Shadow story campaign, which will see players control Shadow and utilize new never-before-seen abilities that prove why he’s known as the Ultimate Life Form. Speed through iconic stages from Shadow’s history, discover hidden secrets in an expansive hub world and unlock new powers to take on Black Doom and save the world.
SEGA has also announced they will be offering a Physical Day One edition of Sonic x Shadow Generations, with those who pre-order it receiving a legacy skin based on Sonic’s appearance in Sonic Adventure. Those receiving the edition will also receive Gerald Robotnik’s Journal, a 28-page logbook chronicling Gerald’s innermost thoughts and drawings while he created Shadow the Hedgehog and the Ark Space Station. Those who purchase the PlayStation version will also receive an exclusive content: ‘Extended Prologue Animations with deleted scenes’
Promoted features of Sonic x Shadow Generations include:
The Return of Shadow
In this new standalone campaign, Shadow’s nemesis, Black Doom, has reemerged and threatens to take over the world once again. Shadow must journey into his past, confront his painful memories, and unlock new dark powers to save the world.
Shadow Evolved
Harness Shadow’s new Doom Powers to battle hordes of enemies and tackle platforming challenges like never before. Surf on water, fly over obstacles, and stop time with the return of Chaos Control!
A Journey Through Time and Dimensions
Relive signature levels from Shadow’s previous adventures and accelerate through mind-bending stages in both 3D and 2D, warped by Black Doom’s influence as Shadow works to piece together the timeline and thwart his evil plans.
Explore the New White Space
Stretch your legs in an all-new hub world inspired by the open-zone gameplay of Sonic Frontiers™. As Shadow gains new powers, he can explore further and uncover the secrets hidden throughout!
The Best of Both Worlds, Remastered
Spin dash through a greatest-hits collection of 3D and 2D versions of iconic stages from past Sonic games, now with updated visuals and reworked cinematics.
New Collectibles, Bonus Content, and more!
Rescue Chao hiding in every level, rack up the highest pinball score in the Casino Nights Zone, and check out the museum for behind-the-scenes art, music, and more!
