Sonic Forces – “Episode Shadow” DLC leaked
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 5 Comments
A listing on the Xbox Store reveals the existence of “Episode Shadow” DLC for Sonic Forces. In it, players will “uncover the untold story of the new villain, Infinite, and rediscover three updated stages playing as Shadow.” You’ll also be able to play as Shadow in over ten Modern Sonic based stages.
SEGA has not yet officially announced the Episode Shadow DLC for Sonic Forces. However, we do know that news about the game will be shared this week. The news blast may cover the DLC news or something else entirely.
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Sonic Forces messages from Eggman and Knuckles
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SEGA recently released Japanese audio messages for Sonic Forces. One is a capitulation message from Eggman while the other is a recruitment message from Knuckles. The two audio clips with English subtitles are posted below.
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New Sonic Forces trailer
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Update (9/14): We’ve swapped out a version with English subtitles below.
Original (9/13): SEGA just put out a new Japanese trailer for Sonic Forces, giving a taste of the game’s story. We’ll keep you posted on an English version, but for now, watch the video below.
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Phantasy Star Online 2 Cloud announced for Switch in Japan
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Phantasy Star Online 2 Cloud is coming to Switch, SEGA revealed in today’s Japanese Nintendo Direct. Japan is getting the game in 2018.
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Puyo Puyo Tetris update out now (version 1.1.0)
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Update (9/13): Full patch notes added below.
Original (9/12): Puyo Puyo Tetris’ patch was originally supposed to drop in August. That didn’t happen, though the delay wasn’t terribly long. All players can now download version 1.1.0.
Today’s update is comprised of balance adjustments, increased online player rankings, and stricter penalties for rage-quitters. We’ll update this post if we have the full patch notes or any additional details.
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Sonic Mania director on the Easter eggs, scrapped plans, wanting to make a sequel, more
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Rolling Stone published a lengthy interview with Christian Whitehead, the director of Sonic Mania. The two sides chatted about a wide array of topics, including the game’s Easter eggs, how the initial plan for the sequence of Zones was scrapped, potentially coming back for a sequel, and more.
We’ve highlighted some notable excerpts from the interview below. You can read the full talk on Rolling Stone here.
Sega reveals its TGS 2017 lineup
Posted on 8 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in 3DS, News, Switch | 6 Comments
Sega is the latest company to reveal all the games it’s bringing to Tokyo Game Show this year. Other than some of Sega’s and Atlus’ own titles, such as Sonic Forces and Shin Megami Tensei: Deep Strange Journey, Sega is also hosting a bunch of “partner” games from other publishers at their booth, such as EA and Warner Bros. Here’s the full lineup (thanks to Gematsu for the translation):
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Sonic Mania accolades trailer
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SEGA released a new Sonic Mania trailer celebrating the accolades the game has received so far. Have a look at the video below.
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Video: Sonic Forces fan reactions at Gamescom 2017
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SEGA caught up with some Gamescom attendees last week to see what they thought of Sonic Forces after playing the demo. Get a look at the video below.
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Sonic Forces launches November 7 in the west, Bonus Edition with SEGA / Atlus outfits and controller skin
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Update: Sonic Forces Bonus Edition is up on GameStop and Best Buy.
Original: Sonic Forces will launch in the west on November 7, SEGA has announced.
The company has also confirmed the rumored Bonus Edition. If you pre-order the game, you’ll receive 13 in-game outfit items and accessories that can be used to recreate the look of five other SEGA / Atlus icons for your Hero Character: Jet Set Radio, Persona 5, Puyo Puyo, Super Monkey Ball, and NiGHTS. A controller skin will be included as well.
Sonic Forces pre-orders should be going live soon. The game will cost just $39.99 / $54.99 CAD.
Source: SEGA PR