The introduction of Knuckles paved the way for his Paramount+ TV spinoff show,Knuckles, in 2024.
The franchise then returned to the big screen with the release ofSonic the Hedgehog 3later that year.
The main issue forKnucklesis that it is not nearly as focused on its titular character as expected.
Wade Whipple is effectively the show’s co-lead.
That decision alone savedSonic the Hedgehogfrom certain doom.
Of course, it’s Jim Carrey’s performance as Dr. Robotnik that stands out.
Add in seeing Sonic go Super Sonic for the first time, andSonic the Hedgehog 2is a satisfying adventure.
A big part of this is paying off the tease of Shadow’s introduction.
While its unfortunate for them, the trauma-focused story for Sonic and Shadow really works.
It’s the biggest and best installment that the franchise has delivered to this point.
WithSonic the Hedgehog 4confirmed, theSonic the Hedgehogfranchise has a high bar to clear now.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is confirmed for a 2027 release
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