Sega Announces Two Sonic Game Collections For Switch

Including a "Modern" and "Classic" collection - As part of Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th birthday celebrations, Sega has this week announced not one but two retr...

Sega has announced two Sonic game collections for the Nintendo Switch, a Modern collection and a Classic collection, as part of Sonic the Hedgehog's 35th birthday celebrations. The Classic collection will include games such as Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic CD, while the Modern collection will feature games like Sonic Mania and Team Sonic Racing. Sega has not yet announced a release date for the collections, but they are expected to be available soon. The company has also not disclosed the exact pricing for the collections.

The release of these collections will directly affect gamers who own a Nintendo Switch, as they will now have access to a wide range of Sonic games at a potentially lower price point than buying each game individually. The collections will also provide an opportunity for new players to experience the Sonic series, which could lead to increased sales for Sega. This could also impact the used game market, as players may be less likely to purchase individual Sonic games at higher prices. The cost of the collections is expected to be competitive with other game bundles.

The decision to release these collections is part of a larger trend of game companies re-releasing classic games on modern consoles. Sega has been following this trend, with the success of Sonic Generations and other re-releases contributing to the company's decision to create these collections. Insiders know that the Sonic series has a dedicated fan base, and releasing these collections is a way for Sega to capitalize on this nostalgia. The company has been working to revitalize the Sonic brand in recent years, with mixed results.

Gamers should watch for an official release date and pricing announcement from Sega in the coming weeks. The company is expected to make this announcement at the upcoming E3 conference, which will take place in June. One surprising detail is that the Classic collection will include Sonic the Hedgehog 3, a game that has been absent from recent Sonic collections due to licensing issues with the game's soundtrack. This inclusion suggests that Sega has resolved these issues, and the game will be available once again.