Looks like that rumour about Sonic the Hedgehog being in the next Smash Bros game has reared its head again, only this time you should probably not take too much notice. This latest ‘news’ comes as part of an early prank in the April issue of US magazine EGM. Continue reading Heads Up! Electronic Gaming Monthly’s Sonic Smash Bros Hoax
Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Tops Gamecube Sales Chart in US
It sounds like Amazon helped give us some clues as to the popularity of Sonic Adventure 2 Battle, because the official sales charts are in and according to SEGA of America, the blue blur’s latest game is currently the best-selling title on the Nintendo Gamecube. Continue reading Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Tops Gamecube Sales Chart in US
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Unofficial SEGA Magazine: Issue #2
A Sonic Stadium Exclusive! SEGA has been a motivator in the games industry ever since the master system came out all those years ago. SEGA has always done what not other game company has. Since their recent decision to go multi-platform, news about them has been scarce and many fans have been disappointed. The purpose for this unofficial magazine is to help aid those lost SEGA lovers with a something new that can represent SEGA by the fans. This is SEGA Magazine: 100% Unofficial. 100% Free. Continue reading Unofficial SEGA Magazine: Issue #2
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SEGA Expects Healthy Growth Following Dreamcast Discontinuation
SEGA has said it will meet its projections for the fiscal year, and has set ambitious sales targets for the next twelve months as the company predicts a surge back to growth. Continue reading SEGA Expects Healthy Growth Following Dreamcast Discontinuation
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Yuji Naka Promotes SA2 Battle at Cannes Gaming Show
Europe is just about the last place where Sonic Adventure 2 Battle will launch, thanks to the delay in Nintendo’s Gamecube launch in the region. But, seemingly to make up for it, Sonic Team head Yuji Naka is personally touring the continent to promote the game, and he was spotted doing so in Cannes recently. Continue reading Yuji Naka Promotes SA2 Battle at Cannes Gaming Show
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Community Interview: Archie Comics Artist J. Axer
J. Axer is one of the best Furry/Sonic artists around, and he recently was given a job at Archie working on the Sonic Comics. The Sonic Stadium managed to get an exclusive chat with the Archie artist about his job and his roles in the community. You can check out J’s stuff by going to his website, Axer Industries. Continue reading Community Interview: Archie Comics Artist J. Axer
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Artist Steven Butler Returning to Archie Comics’ Sonic Series
Good news for Archie Comics fans, as former artist Steven Butler has revealed that he will be returning to the company to work on the Sonic the Hedgehog series once more.
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Shigeru Miyamoto Teases Sonic in Mario Kart
Ever since Sonic Adventure 2 was confirmed for Gamecube, we have heard a number of rumours about how Mario and Sonic will one day join forces in the same game. And now we get a fresh tease, only this time it’s come from a more official source: Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto himself! Continue reading Shigeru Miyamoto Teases Sonic in Mario Kart
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SEGA Working With Nintendo and Namco on ‘Triforce’ Arcade Hardware
SEGA may have given up the home console race, but it’s still finding ways to surprise us in the hardware scene. And this latest news may shock you – the company is going to be collaborating with Nintendo and Namco on a unique arcade board called Triforce. Continue reading SEGA Working With Nintendo and Namco on ‘Triforce’ Arcade Hardware
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Dreadknux’s Diaries: The Final Look, Before SSNG!
Well, at long long last, the new look Sonic Stadium site is finally finished! This month was a bit hectic as I realised that many a fan was waiting for this site and its new look (much to my unawares). Finished every single page, but as soon as I finished some sections (i.e. Fan Hoaxes), some people send me MORE! Ah well, I guess this is what being a dedicated webmaster is all about.
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Ask Dr. Dre(ad): February 2002 Mailbag
Yes, welcome again to my surgery. I am of course, the infamous Doctor Dre(ad), and no, I am not a rap star!!! *Gasp* Sorry, it’s time for my sanity pills. Now, let the doctor check up on your Sonic problem. Remember, this can be ANY Sonic question at all, it can be from the cartoons, the comics, the games (although the games are the most popular around here) or even about Sonic and his pal’s background or whatever. WHATEVER you want to ask about Sonic, I am here for you. Or rather, forced here for you, bread and water is hardly the wage of a doctor. Well anyway, talk to me and I’ll help, OK? Just e-mail me or send a message via the form using the links at the bottom of the page. Cheerio! Continue reading Ask Dr. Dre(ad): February 2002 Mailbag
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Watch Eggman Go Karting in New Batch of SA2 Battle Screenshots
With the release of Sonic Adventure 2 Battle fast approaching (in Europe; it’s already out in the US), t’is be the season for floods of new screenshots and video captures of the game in action courtesy of various gaming websites. Fresh images featuring the rival karting mode and some of the later levels in the game have been shared by the good people at Gamespot. Take a look below. Continue reading Watch Eggman Go Karting in New Batch of SA2 Battle Screenshots
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First Images of Joyride Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Figures Surface
Well that was quick! Not long after they were formally announced, Joyride’s upcoming Sonic Adventure 2 Battle figures have been spotted in the wild with these initial images. Take a look at what these Sonic and Shadow toys will look like below. Continue reading First Images of Joyride Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Figures Surface
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Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Rides High on Amazon Sales Chart
It might have got a bit of a kicking in early reviews, but the Gamecube port of Sonic Adventure 2 nevertheless seems to be doing really well in terms of sales. If Amazon’s listings are anything to go by, it’s actually selling better than anything else right now! Continue reading Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Rides High on Amazon Sales Chart
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Sonic Team.com Celebrates 1 Million Visitors With Eggman Clock
Congratulations Sonic Team! The official website for the company that makes our favourite video games has just passed a really big milestone – one million visitors! To celebrate, the team has added a cute little Eggman clock for your computer. Continue reading Sonic Team.com Celebrates 1 Million Visitors With Eggman Clock
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SEGA Launches English Language Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Website
English-speaking Sonic fans will now be able to understand all the hype surrounding Sonic Adventure 2 Battle, as SEGA has finally launched the official US website for the game. Continue reading SEGA Launches English Language Sonic Adventure 2 Battle Website
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Review Scores for Sonic’s First Nintendo Releases Are In!
Initial reviews have come in for Sonic’s very first releases on Nintendo hardware – Sonic Adventure 2 Battle on Gamecube and Sonic Advance on Game Boy Advance. Will they set the tone for the general reception for these games? And how did they rate, anyway? Read on and find out. Continue reading Review Scores for Sonic’s First Nintendo Releases Are In!
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JoyRide Studios Set to Produce Sonic and SEGA ‘GamePro’ Figures
SEGA has signed a fresh merchandising deal to get new figures made based on a range of their franchises – including Sonic. The collaboration has been made with toy company Racing Champions, via their newly-formed JoyRide Studios group, as well as games magazine GamePro whose association will allow the figures to come included with “codes, strategies and cheats” for certain games. Continue reading JoyRide Studios Set to Produce Sonic and SEGA ‘GamePro’ Figures
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Sonic Visits Nintendo Offices for ‘First Day At Work’
Sonic the Hedgehog, reporting in for his first day of work… at Nintendo! Yeah, we thought this bit of PR was a little wacky ourselves, but it’s all in good fun. Nintendo’s official website covered the initiation of SEGA’s mascot, which featured the two characters shaking hands and having a great time. Apparently Sonic is also fast at magazine cover turnarounds too. Continue reading Sonic Visits Nintendo Offices for ‘First Day At Work’
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Sonic Team-Signed SA2 Battle Up For Grabs in Nintendo Sweepstakes
Sonic Adventure 2: Battle is out soon on Nintendo Gamecube, which is great – but what would be even better is if you got it for free, right? Well, Nintendo’s official website has you all sorted – they have a Super Sonic Sweepstakes going right now, where you can win a Sonic Team-signed copy of the Gamecube game, as well as a copy of Sonic Advance and a Nintendo Gamecube – Game Boy Advance Cable to connect the two systems together. Go here to enter – good luck!
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Community Interview: Fan Hoaxer Sonic Neo
It’s time to interview some of our own talented community members! Sonic Neo is well known at the Sonic Stadium Message Board, and usually helps out with people’s problems with Fan Games and the like. We have a chat about his activity on the forum, as well as his latest projects. Continue reading Community Interview: Fan Hoaxer Sonic Neo
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THQ Ships Sonic Advance to US Retailers
The day has finally come for US fans – Sonic Advance has been shipped to retailers, courtesy of THQ. You might remember that SEGA signed a deal with THQ to publish a number of Game Boy Advance titles; Sonic Advance is among them. Read on for the full press release, fired to the media by THQ. Continue reading THQ Ships Sonic Advance to US Retailers
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TSS REVIEW: Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine (8-Bit)
In another unprecedented ‘Sonic’ port over to Game Gear and Master System from the Mega Drive, Dr Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine pits you against 13 stages of puzzle-mania! Basically, beans drop endlessly from the top of your chamber. The aim of the game is to link up four or more of the same colour to make them disappear, and in doing so foil your opponent in achieving the same goal. You see, when you release beans, ‘Refugee Beans’ come dropping into the chamber of your rival, blocking his chamber up. The player who fills up their chamber first is the loser. Continue reading TSS REVIEW: Dr. Robotnik’s Mean Bean Machine (8-Bit)
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10th Anniversary Merchandise Now Available in North America
Time to take a break from being jealous of Japanese Sonic fans! Remember those special 10th Anniversary products that SEGA released to mark the launch of Sonic Adventure 2 last year? Well, it looks like some of them have made their way across the Pacific and are available to purchase in North America. Click here to grab the Sonic Ring and click here for the Sonic Figurine, which you can buy on Amazon. Thanks for the heads up, Swirlvision!