Sonic Mania (August 15th 2017, Christian Whitehead, PS4, Xbox One, PC, Switch) - The New Classic

[Badnik Mechanic]

2 minutes ago, EllieBot said:

HINTED: Cameo from Amy and/or Metal Sonic in Project 2017!

Fixed.

[CleverSonicUsername]

Makes sense what with Sonic CD getting some levels.

edit: oh nevermind that was for 2017

[Your Vest Friend]

He can't remember whether he designed Charmy, ha. 

[Chris Knopps]

Uhhh...

Isn't it pretty much an expectation to see the main cast by now? Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, Eggman and to a degree, Metal Sonic are pretty much a routine thing nowadays.

[FriendBot]

Just now, VEDJ-F said:

He can't remember whether he designed Charmy, ha. 

But he was certain that Espio was made by someone else.

Hoshino throwing in that stealthy Charmy shade.

[TheOcelot]

1 minute ago, VEDJ-F said:

He can't remember whether he designed Charmy, ha. 

I think he just wants to forget a terrible character :V

[FriendBot]

Hoshino's three favorite characters likes Shadow, Metal and Big!

[Chris Knopps]

1 minute ago, EllieBot said:

I think he just wants to forget a terrible character :V

I dunno... The comics did pretty good with him. Not that I ever liked him any greater though even with the comics in mind.

Than again I'm not a fan of any of the Chaotix cast really.

[Your Vest Friend]

So basically he did design Charmy, as I theorised. That's nice to know. 

Even if it is an old shame for him. 

[Zippo]

Aaron says there will be news in the "next month".

[CleverSonicUsername]

Sounds like no new information today.

[TB100]

We are not currently getting any Mania news right now, but we'll most likely get something by next month.

[FReaK]

and so the waiting game continues..

[Chris Knopps]

The big kicker was something about no trailers until the launch of the game right?

I understand not wanting to reveal too much, and I understand not wanting anything, especially the game itself leaked, but at the same time I'm having a hard time agreeing that the way Mania is being handled publicly is going well...

If it's such a BIG game, are a few stages/zones beyond what we've got REALLY that big of a deal? If it's so massive, there should be more than enough to enjoy unspoiled even with reveals/videos and such...

I dunno, just me. I'm all for secrets and stuff, but at the same time... I dunno. Is it really bad/wrong to say there should be more coming out?

[FriendBot]

This was a magical experience and wish Alex Kidd a quick recovery!

[TheOcelot]

Hoshino is impressed with Taxman & the other developers knowledge of the Sonic series.

We'll be getting some sort of news next month.

Next stream in two weeks.

That's about it.....

[Spooky Mulder]

Not even a release date still? Damn.

I wasn't convinced we'd get a new Zone today but I thought we'd get something, like maybe a peek at Green Hill Act 2.

I just wish we knew how long we have to wait.

[Your Vest Friend]

Did my own little notes scribble on things, very messy.

-No news on a Mania soundtrack.

-No news on Mighty.

-Tee Lopes met Aaron a long time ago; hung out with him at past Fanjams, Tee did well at Alex Kidd tournament.

-No date for Project 2017 info yet.

-Mania very close to Collector's Edition complete - Limited run.

-Mania info question; dodged.

-"Although some could argue Knuckles Chaotix" - Basically Chaotix is discounted from the classics.

-Didn't give info on the boys.

-Fave meme - He can't choose.

-No memes in Mania

 

Hoshino Q&A

-What he wanted to be at 18 - An artist, inspired by Dr Slump

-Hobby - Building plastic models, Gundam

-Started at SEGA - Applied right after Uni, majored in Graphic Design, studied as character designer under Ohshima-San, Ohshima was friendly and fashionable

-How does it feel to know loads of people that recognise characters that he designed - Very happy, kind of like his children.

-Worked on a number projects for SEGA, Faves - Sonic CD (first Sonic Project and was busy) stayed in office to finish CD, ate ramen at midnight

-Designed Neo Metal Sonic.

-Surprised that Mania team knew everything about Sonic series. 

- Can we see a cameo from one of other characters (specifically ones he designed)  in 2017 - "Wait and see".

- Metal Sonic Kai not designed by Hoshino - Busy with NiGHTs at the time

- Charmy - Says he can't remember, so likely is his and he's just kind of...not wanting to say it.

- Likes the Chao.

- What was it like working on NiGHTS - Was relieved when it was done. 

- Favourite flavour of ramen - Tonkatsu.

- How long does it take to design a character fully - A couple of days, has to be fast due to production schedule.

- Top Sonic characters - Shadow, Big (dunno if joke response or not to be honest). 

- More news on upcoming stuff in the next month (likely Mania).

[Indigo Rush]

3 minutes ago, Soni said:

This was a magical experience and wish Alex Kidd a quick recovery!

Oh my gosh this is GREAT

[Chris Knopps]

Just now, Spooky Mulder said:

Not even a release date still? Damn.

I wasn't convinced we'd get a new Zone today but I thought we'd get something, like maybe a peek at Green Hill Act 2.

I just wish we knew how long we have to wait.

With a screen already released of the second act I expected this much as well. Again, if the game is so big, there shouldn't be a need on this conservative approach unless in actuality it's not.

[FriendBot]

So by next month, that is March right?

So I guess February is gonna be a another quiet period then. 

I guess I'll wait for Sonadow stream in the next 2 week's stream.

[Tracker_TD]

You just got Puyo Puyo'd. Again.

Anyway, that was a fun stream, Mania info or not. Hoshino-san interview was really interesting and the MBM gameplay was fun to watch too. Back to uh, awaiting Mania news I guess!  

[TheOcelot]

Well at least we got something new today, the new animation.

[Diogenes]

13 minutes ago, Chris Knopps said:

The big kicker was something about no trailers until the launch of the game right?

I understand not wanting to reveal too much, and I understand not wanting anything, especially the game itself leaked, but at the same time I'm having a hard time agreeing that the way Mania is being handled publicly is going well...

If it's such a BIG game, are a few stages/zones beyond what we've got REALLY that big of a deal? If it's so massive, there should be more than enough to enjoy unspoiled even with reveals/videos and such...

I dunno, just me. I'm all for secrets and stuff, but at the same time... I dunno. Is it really bad/wrong to say there should be more coming out?

I feel like the relevant question is less "what's the harm", and more "what's the benefit?". We all want to see more, sure, but if they did show more, would that actually translate to more sales, or is it just feeding the people who are already set on buying it?

I'd imagine for most people the reveal trailer was enough to decide if they were into it or not. Mania is a pretty straightforward game, once people know what it is, there's not much that can be revealed that might change the minds of people on the fence.

[Zippo]

That was a pretty alright stream.  Didn't expect anything so I'm not disappointed.

To anyone who's upset or frustrated about the lack of news, be patient. Find something you like to do, there's tons of great old and new games to play pass the time. Mania will get a blowout soon. Hang in there.