Sonic 4: Episode I Now Available on BlackBerry PlayBook

SEGA has announced that Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I is now available to download on the BlackBerry PlayBook. With this latest port of the game, SEGA says they have taken advantage of the PlayBook’s seven-inch LCD touch screen and its 1GHZ dual-core processor. PlayBook users can buy the game through BlackBerry App World for $6.99(US)/£7.00 (UK).

Press release and screenshots are available after the jump:

SEGA Launches Sonic The Hedgehog 4™ Episode I on Blackberry® Playbook™

SAN FRANCISCO & LONDON – July 25, 2012 – SEGA® of America, Inc. and SEGA® Europe Ltd. today announced that Sonic The Hedgehog 4™ Episode I is now available on the BlackBerry® PlayBook™. Taking advantage of the PlayBook’s brilliant seven-inch LCD touch screen and its powerful 1GHz dual-core processor, everyone’s favorite blue hedgehog never looked better. Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode I is available for purchase through BlackBerry App World™ for $6.99 in the United States and ₤7.00 in the United Kingdom.

Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode I is the long-awaited sequel to the classic Sonic and Knuckles. With Dr. Eggman finally defeated, Sonic runs off to explore new zones and uncharted lands. Dr. Eggman, furious at the destruction of the Death Egg and the failure of his plans, puts all of his most devious schemes into action. In an effort to finally rid himself of Sonic, he revisits—and improves—the very best of his creations. Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Episode I also features enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash and the versatile Homing Attack.

Source: TriplePoint Newsroom