Summary
Sega has recently filed a brand-newSonic the Hedgehogtrademark, which suggests a new game,Sonic Spin Battle, is possibly in the works. Following a strong 2023, theSonic the Hedgehogfranchise also has had an incredible 2024 so far. Between all the cross media ventures like the third cinematic film, theKnucklesTV show, andSonic X Shadow Generations: Dark Beginnings, new and existingSonicgames have had a lot of support this year. The biggest and most anticipated release from Sega and Sonic Team has to beSonic X Shadow Generations, an updated re-release ofSonic Generationsthat also has a side story starring Shadow the Hedgehog.
Recent evidence suggests that Sega has some more things being planned for the future. Sega’s trademarks usually point towards a new project in the works, whether it be for video games or other media ventures. Back in 2021,Sega filed a trademark forSonic Frontiers, which both confirmed its final title and de-confirmed the original prototype name of “Sonic Rangers.” Two new trademarks have recently emerged, which might point to potentially more spin-off games.
On theJapanese trademark website Chizai Watchearlier this October, Sega filed a trademark forSonic Spin Battle, a seemingly brand-new title, along with the renewal ofSonic Jump. A rough translation of both trademark pages categorizes them under various mobile game-related topics, like the usual marketing and promotional material. WhileSonic Rumbleis looking to be the next main mobile venture for Sega, it appears Sega might be planning more stuff for the mobile market.
Sega Recently Filed New Sonic Spin Battle and Renewed Sonic Jump Trademarks
TheSonic Jumprenewal is a curious case, however.Sonic Jumpwas aSonic the Hedgehogspin-off gamereleased for mobile phones in three different iterations. There were two versions ofSonic Jumpreleased for Java-based phones in 2005, before it was later remade for Android and Apple devices in 2012. It then got a sequel calledSonic Jump Feverthat was released in 2014. All versions ofSonic Jumphave since been discontinued and are no longer officially supported.
The renewal of theSonic Jumptrademark could possibly point to a future remake for modern hardware, or possibly to just retain the rights to the mobile game. The more interesting trademark isSonic Spin Battle, which could point to another mobile spin-off, board game, or something completely different. Fans should still temper their expectations, as previous trademarks filed by Sega don’t always point to games. For example,aSonic and Friendstrademark ended up being for a new short video serieson YouTube and TikTok, rather than a game.
Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog is a prolific game franchise that started life on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Covering both 2D and 3D iterations through the generations, Sonic is known for speedy movements and interesting platforming mechanics.
