“To me, a Sonic game is about energy.”
Whether fans take to the game as they did withSonic Mania, though, remains to be seen.
Plus, could we get another spin-off anytime soon?
When creating Sonic Superstars, how did you balance classic Sonic while keeping the experience fresh and modern?
Takashi Iizuka:Getting that classic Sonic feel absolutely right was a huge priority for us.
Why did you decide to make Sonic Superstars a co-op game?
Is the idea of playing alongside friends and being held back antithetical to the Sonic core of running fast?
The Cyber Station Zone in Superstars feels more unique and playful with the graphical switch and character transformations.
Iizuka:No, I wouldn’t say it’s ever the feeling of being constrained.
We like to think we rise to the challenge of creating something fresh within an established universe.
It is a constant challenge to look into the future, whilst keeping an eye on the past.
Our hope is that the new levels will be accepted, loved and cherished by fans.
3D Sonic games have experimented a lot over the years.
Will we see alternating releases between each style?
Iizuka:There is always room for innovation.
A Sonic game should be instantly recognisable, both in its visuals and the way it plays.
The challenge is keeping that feeling fresh each and every time.
Does this mean we will never see another pixel art Sonic game?
What other art styles have been considered for Sonic games?
I would love to see a full 3D game in the style of Sonic CD’s animated intro!
You’ve previously discussed a Sonic timeline for the games and Sega has a Sonic lore team.
Where does Sonic Superstars sit on the timeline?
How does it connect to other games in the series?
So in terms of the Sonic timeline, Sonic Superstars occurs after Sonic Mania and before Sonic Adventure.
Whenever we develop a new game, we always check that the story fits with the lore.
What older Sonic games are being considered for reboots?
Will we see more spin-off projects like the murder mystery game?
Or could we ever get another RPG like Sonic Chronicles?
It’s interesting to explore new experiences and put a fresh spin on the franchise.
Well, Sonic can run at the speed of sound, but that doesn’t mean he always does…
