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  1. SEGA has hinted at an official Sonic and Angry Birds brand crossover with new key art that features Sonic and Red dashing through Green Hill Zone together. Alongside the new image, which was posted on the official Sonic social media channels today, SEGA posted the following not-so-cryptic text: Most intriguing. Of course, some level of game-related crossover is a given, with rumours flying around that Angry Birds characters will soon appear in Sonic Forces Mobile, but ever since SEGA acquired Rovio last year there have been hints at a broader synergy strategy from SEGA Sammy corporate heads. The real question is whether this collaboration will travel to merchandise and licensing opportunities too. In any case, it seems that Sonic X Angry Birds is very much a thing, and we're getting ever closer to seeing what the fruits of that will be. Who's excited? Original Post Content: View full story
  2. SEGA has hinted at an official Sonic and Angry Birds brand crossover with new key art that features Sonic and Red dashing through Green Hill Zone together. Alongside the new image, which was posted on the official Sonic social media channels today, SEGA posted the following not-so-cryptic text: Most intriguing. Of course, some level of game-related crossover is a given, with rumours flying around that Angry Birds characters will soon appear in Sonic Forces Mobile, but ever since SEGA acquired Rovio last year there have been hints at a broader synergy strategy from SEGA Sammy corporate heads. The real question is whether this collaboration will travel to merchandise and licensing opportunities too. In any case, it seems that Sonic X Angry Birds is very much a thing, and we're getting ever closer to seeing what the fruits of that will be. Who's excited?
  3. Don't hold your breath for a re-release of 1999's 'Sonic the Movie' anytime soon - according to distribution company Discotek Media, SEGA is missing key licensing paperwork that could prevent the anime from ever seeing the light of day again outside of Japan. In a Q&A streamed a few hours ago, the Discotek team spoke about the Sonic OVA anecdotally when answering a question regarding a different anime license (Dominion Tank Police, from Toshiba). The show's host explained that the reason they could not license Sonic, despite their best efforts (and SEGA's apparent willingness to make it happen), was because of missing paperwork relating to music and voice actor royalties. "SEGA owns it, they know they own it, we were gonna license it, but they don't [know where] the paperwork for the music and the voices [are]," said one of the show's hosts. "They don't know who they have to pay residuals to on it and... [that's] kind of where the logjam is, they don't know where that is, so it can't be licensed out beyond Japan... in Japan I think it's still available on streaming, but it can't be licensed outside there because they don't know who to pay and what to pay them." This only appears to impact the international/English language version of the movie - in Japan, 'Sonic the Hedgehog' (as it's simply known there) originally released in 1996 as a two-part feature, and was a close collaboration between SEGA Japan and production company Pierrot. In 1999, SEGA partnered with ADV Films on the English-language dub and released the product as a full-length movie. However, ADV Films has long since been defunct; the parent company, AD Vision, shuttered in 2009, and the any paperwork relating to their subsidiary's projects have likely been scattered to the four winds, along with a number of its own licenses (many of which ended up with Funimation). So for now, SEGA is forced to make the Sonic OVA unavailable outside of Japan. Let's hope that paperwork turns up under someone's couch or something. You can catch the anecdote in full via the video below (at 1:49:54): Sonic News Tips Credit: GentlemanX Original Post Content: On tonight's Discotek Day Livestream, the Discotek team confirmed the reason the Sonic OVA remains unavailable outside of Japan. When answering a question regarding another license (Dominion Tank Police from Toshiba in case you were wondering), the Sonic OVA was used as an example of incomplete paperwork preventing a title from being licensed. Specifically, Sega was planning on making the Sonic OVA available for licensing again but encountered a problem when they could not find the paperwork detailing royalty rights. In particular, Sega was unable to know what royalties the voice actors and composer would be owed for a new licensing deal. Due to this, Sega is forced to make the OVA unavailable for licensing outside of Japan (in Japan, the OVA remains available for streaming). Discotek acknowledged that Sega is aware they own the rights to the OVA, but due to this snafu they cannot license it to third parties such as overseas licensors. So for anyone hoping the Sonic OVA will one day be made available on blu-ray or streaming in English speaking territories, it sounds like you may have a long time to wait and can only hope Sega of Japan finds the right paperwork. View full story
  4. Don't hold your breath for a re-release of 1999's 'Sonic the Movie' anytime soon - according to distribution company Discotek Media, SEGA is missing key licensing paperwork that could prevent the anime from ever seeing the light of day again outside of Japan. In a Q&A streamed a few hours ago, the Discotek team spoke about the Sonic OVA anecdotally when answering a question regarding a different anime license (Dominion Tank Police, from Toshiba). The show's host explained that the reason they could not license Sonic, despite their best efforts (and SEGA's apparent willingness to make it happen), was because of missing paperwork relating to music and voice actor royalties. "SEGA owns it, they know they own it, we were gonna license it, but they don't [know where] the paperwork for the music and the voices [are]," said one of the show's hosts. "They don't know who they have to pay residuals to on it and... [that's] kind of where the logjam is, they don't know where that is, so it can't be licensed out beyond Japan... in Japan I think it's still available on streaming, but it can't be licensed outside there because they don't know who to pay and what to pay them." This only appears to impact the international/English language version of the movie - in Japan, 'Sonic the Hedgehog' (as it's simply known there) originally released in 1996 as a two-part feature, and was a close collaboration between SEGA Japan and production company Pierrot. In 1999, SEGA partnered with ADV Films on the English-language dub and released the product as a full-length movie. However, ADV Films has long since been defunct; the parent company, AD Vision, shuttered in 2009, and the any paperwork relating to their subsidiary's projects have likely been scattered to the four winds, along with a number of its own licenses (many of which ended up with Funimation). So for now, SEGA is forced to make the Sonic OVA unavailable outside of Japan. Let's hope that paperwork turns up under someone's couch or something. You can catch the anecdote in full via the video below (at 1:49:54):
  5. SEGA and Igloo have announced a continuation of its partnership with the reveal of a new line of cooler products that feature a stylish Japanese 'shimbun' inspired artwork. The three products are available to purchase right now from Igloo's website, and joins the Green Hill Zone-themed red 'Playmate' cooler box that was originally announced back in June - a compact cooler bag, a 16oz can and a blue and white coloured Playmate cooler box. Here are some details about the products: The "Sonic the Hedgehog Shimbun 16oz Can" features 'advanced hot / cold retention' and a removable lid, and is made out of 'durable stainless steel'. You can purchase this online for $19.99 USD. The "Sonic the Hedgehog Shimbun Compact Cooler Bag" is available for $29.99 USD and is a more affordable way to transport your drinks and food while keeping them cool. It can hold up to 9 cans and features an insulated liner that helps chill whatever's inside. We're guessing it's somewhat foldable as well, so you can keep it stored away easily when not in use. Finally, a 'Shimbun' version of Igloo's flagship product, the Playmate Elite, is available for $49.99 USD. It's a more durable cooler box that can take a few knocks and scrapes, features a push-button lid and can hold up to 30 cans for that long road trip. With the holidays right around the corner, these products are releasing at just the right time for long car trips to see family and friends. And you'll get to be on-theme while doing it - the blue and white kind of matches the colour scheme of this very website right now! Let us know what you think of these new cooler products in the comments section below. Original Post Content: View full story
  6. SEGA and Igloo have announced a continuation of its partnership with the reveal of a new line of cooler products that feature a stylish Japanese 'shimbun' inspired artwork. The three products are available to purchase right now from Igloo's website, and joins the Green Hill Zone-themed red 'Playmate' cooler box that was originally announced back in June - a compact cooler bag, a 16oz can and a blue and white coloured Playmate cooler box. Here are some details about the products: The "Sonic the Hedgehog Shimbun 16oz Can" features 'advanced hot / cold retention' and a removable lid, and is made out of 'durable stainless steel'. You can purchase this online for $19.99 USD. The "Sonic the Hedgehog Shimbun Compact Cooler Bag" is available for $29.99 USD and is a more affordable way to transport your drinks and food while keeping them cool. It can hold up to 9 cans and features an insulated liner that helps chill whatever's inside. We're guessing it's somewhat foldable as well, so you can keep it stored away easily when not in use. Finally, a 'Shimbun' version of Igloo's flagship product, the Playmate Elite, is available for $49.99 USD. It's a more durable cooler box that can take a few knocks and scrapes, features a push-button lid and can hold up to 30 cans for that long road trip. With the holidays right around the corner, these products are releasing at just the right time for long car trips to see family and friends. And you'll get to be on-theme while doing it - the blue and white kind of matches the colour scheme of this very website right now! Let us know what you think of these new cooler products in the comments section below.
  7. Ever wanted to take your style back to the 90s, but in an extremely 'preppy' way that recalls the day of school hallway monitors? Well, you're in luck because SEGA of America has teamed up with fashion brand Rowing Blazers to release a 'capsule collection' of retro-inspired Sonic clothing. For those unaware of the Rowing Blazers brand, the company describes itself in a press release as a name known "equally for its subversive twist on 'preppy' staples and its unexpected collaborations". This collection aims to combine "Rowing Blazers' elevated Ivy League aesthetic with 1990s Sonic graphics." From the press release: The range is definitely made for adult Sonic fans with disposable income - the average shirt on sale will set you back around £110, while hoodies will command a price of £180. The rugby shirts and sweaters are the priciest items at around £200-250. So be prepared to have words with your wallet if you plan on getting some of these delivered. You can see the range of Sonic Rowing Blazers clothing by going to their website here.
  8. American football is about to get super-charged courtesy of Sonic and Knuckles this summer, as SEGA has announced a new partnership with sports equipment brand Phenom Elite to release a set of branded kickabout gear. 'Kicking' things off with a set of cleats, mouthguards and gloves at launch, the partnership is said to expand beyond these products with compression wear and more accessories to come. Other Sonic series characters are set to feature as well, including Tails. According to the press release, this set of sports equipment will "unlock athletes' potential to 'Go Fast' across the gridiron," and will "give athletes the extra encouragement to score big." Of course. The list of products that will go on sale in June include: Sonic the Hedgehog Football Cleats - $124.00 Knuckles the Echidna Football Cleats - $124.00 Sonic the Hedgehog Football Gloves - $49.00 Knuckles the Echidna Football Gloves - $49.00 Sonic the Hedgehog Mouthguard - $19.00 Knuckles the Echidna Mouthguard - $19.00 Full press release can be found below. View full story
  9. If you're looking for ways to stay cool during the summer, then SEGA's latest licensing partnership with Igloo will no doubt be right up your alley. A "special edition" Sonic the Hedgehog branded personal cooler is now available to purchase, with more chilled container products on the way later this year. Priced at $39.99 and available just ahead of Sonic's birthday (June 23rd, as if you didn't know that already), this 7-quart personal-sized cooler - known as a 'Playmate' in Igloo terms - can fit up to nine standard 12-ounce cans. The first 623 customers who buy one of these will also get a limited-edition Sonic sticker to celebrate the blue blur's birthday, according to the press release we have here. You can order one on Igloo's website here, right now. Quote time! Love that marketing spiel. Apparently Igloo doesn't yet ship to the UK, according to some investigation by @sonicclaasic, only to the US. So any international fans are going to have to sweat it out until the company can send some Sonic coolers over to them. Igloo has stated that they will be "expanding this special-edition Sonic the Hedgehog Cooler Collection" with the launch of another Playmate-sized cooler, a softside cooler and some stainless-steel drinkware. So, look forward to those. If you're in the US.
  10. American football is about to get super-charged courtesy of Sonic and Knuckles this summer, as SEGA has announced a new partnership with sports equipment brand Phenom Elite to release a set of branded kickabout gear. 'Kicking' things off with a set of cleats, mouthguards and gloves at launch, the partnership is said to expand beyond these products with compression wear and more accessories to come. Other Sonic series characters are set to feature as well, including Tails. According to the press release, this set of sports equipment will "unlock athletes' potential to 'Go Fast' across the gridiron," and will "give athletes the extra encouragement to score big." Of course. The list of products that will go on sale in June include: Sonic the Hedgehog Football Cleats - $124.00 Knuckles the Echidna Football Cleats - $124.00 Sonic the Hedgehog Football Gloves - $49.00 Knuckles the Echidna Football Gloves - $49.00 Sonic the Hedgehog Mouthguard - $19.00 Knuckles the Echidna Mouthguard - $19.00 Full press release can be found below.
  11. Ever wanted to take your style back to the 90s, but in an extremely 'preppy' way that recalls the day of school hallway monitors? Well, you're in luck because SEGA of America has teamed up with fashion brand Rowing Blazers to release a 'capsule collection' of retro-inspired Sonic clothing. For those unaware of the Rowing Blazers brand, the company describes itself in a press release as a name known "equally for its subversive twist on 'preppy' staples and its unexpected collaborations". This collection aims to combine "Rowing Blazers' elevated Ivy League aesthetic with 1990s Sonic graphics." From the press release: The range is definitely made for adult Sonic fans with disposable income - the average shirt on sale will set you back around £110, while hoodies will command a price of £180. The rugby shirts and sweaters are the priciest items at around £200-250. So be prepared to have words with your wallet if you plan on getting some of these delivered. You can see the range of Sonic Rowing Blazers clothing by going to their website here. View full story
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