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Sega has just revealed how long it will take most gamers to completeSonic X Shadow Generations’ Shadow-centric bonus campaign. Players who pick up the upcomingSonic X Shadow Generationswon’t just be getting a remaster of 2011’s anniversary game, as there will also be a parallel side story centered around Shadow that sees the brooding hedgehog trapped in a mysterious void filled with enemies from his past.
In the build-up toSonic X Shadow Generations’ release on October 25, Sonic Team has provided eager fans with details about what to expect from the new Shadow content, such asan assortment of new Doom Powersand an open-world hub similar to the one fromSonic Frontiers. Just like Sonic and his Classic counterpart in the mainSonic Generations, Shadow’s journey will see him return to classic levels from past titles likeSonic Adventure 2, the 2005Shadow the Hedgehogspin-off, and even the infamousSonic the Hedgehog (2006), as well as come face-to-face with familiar foes like Black Doom, Neo Metal Sonic, and Mephiles the Dark.
Sonic X Shadow Generationsproducer Shun Nakamura recently spoke withFamitsuduring last week’s Tokyo Game Show (viaResetra) and revealed how long the new Shadow campaign will take to complete. He mentioned that it could be “about the same length” or maybe “a little less” than the mainSonic Generationsstoryline that is also included in theSonic X Shadow Generationspackage. The general consensus is thatthe originalSonic Generationstakes roughlysix hoursfor those simply running through Sonic’s timeline-jumping adventure, though completionist runs could take upwards of 21 hours.
Sonic X Shadow Generations’ New Story Campaign is Almost As Long As the Original Game
Fans can expect even more Shadow-centric content afterSonic X Shadow Generationslaunches later this month, as those who purchase the game’s Digital Deluxe edition will receive aspecial bonus skin modeled after Shadow’s appearancein the upcomingSonic the Hedgehog 3movie on December 12. Keanu Reeves voices Shadow while using this new skin, which will also come with a bonus level inspired by the recentSonic 3trailer, though it won’t be connected to the movie itself.
Even without thisSonic the Hedgehog 3tie-in DLC, it looks like players will have a lot to do inSonic X Shadow Generations, as its new content will reportedly be as long as the original game. This could makeShadow Generationsfeel more like a brand-new standalone gamerather than a pack-in for an existing one, and it won’t be long until players get to experience it for themselves. In the meantime, Sega has started releasing theSonic X Shadow Generations: Dark Beginningsweb series, a collection of animated shorts detailingShadow’s tragic backstory in the build-up toSonic X Shadow Generations.
Sonic X Shadow Generations
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THE RETURN OF SHADOWIn this new standalone campaign, Shadow’s nemesis, Black Doom, has reemerged and threatens to take over the world once again. Shadow must journey into his past, confront his painful memories, and unlock new dark powers to save the world.
SHADOW EVOLVEDHarness Shadow’s new Doom Powers to battle hordes of enemies and tackle platforming challenges like never before. Surf on water, fly over obstacles, and stop time with the return of Chaos Control!A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND DIMENSIONSExperience the ultimate showdown between Shadow and Black Doom in a new boss battle that will test your skills and reflexes. Use all of Shadow’s abilities to defeat Black Doom and save the world!EXPLORE THE NEW WHITE SPACEStretch your legs in an all-new hub world inspired by the open-zone gameplay of Sonic Frontiers. As Shadow gains new powers, he can explore further and uncover the secrets hidden throughout!
