To celebrate Batman’s 85th birthday, one of the most unexpected and interesting crossovers from SEGA has just been released in which he joins forces with the king himself – Shadow the Hedgehog In celebration of this special occasion SEGA has even partnered with DC for a short promotional movie paying homage to Batman Day and it is already tickling the fancies of Sonic / DC fans everywhere.
A Mysterious Collaboration
The footage, which has been shared across multiple platforms, is a brooding interpretation of Shadow the Hedgehog as would suit a Batman crossover. Details on the partnership are scant, but it certainly has people hypothesizing about what exactly this might mean.
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Though the official description refers to it as a “partnership,” – some have taken that to mean we won’t see Justice League Dark in either Arrow or Legends of Tomorrow. Is this the tip of the iceberg? In the future, will we see any other crossovers due to SEGA and DC Comics partnering?
It also had a baffling message attached: “The shadows have foretold the future… Happy Batman Day!” This only enhances the intrigue surrounding the characters. Born from Fire and Ice this unlikely duo is sure to do great things together leaving fans of the series eagerly waiting for their journey.
A Shining Star for Shadow
In addition to honoring Batman Day, the clip is being used to tease Sonic X Shadow Generations, which will soon hit the Nintendo Switch and other platforms in late October with a release on October 24th. This has already created a great deal of excitement for the game, as players are eager to truly experience Shadow’s abilities in an original fashion of play.
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Shadow will be the main character in the game and it allows players to experience a new take on the Sonic universe. Early hands-on previews like one from Nintendo Life have already spoken highly of the game, calling it a “love letter to Sonic Adventure 2,” a classic title straight out of SEGA’s storied past.
A New Adventure Awaits
New Sonic X Shadow Generations Adventure Series!! Shadow is a more appropriate candidate to front this instalment, with his dark and edgy persona. With his incredible Chaos Control powers and devastating combat abilities, it gives the sense that he’s going to be a blast for players of all ages. Time to Rock and Roll Baby.
What makes this game different is its exploration in the development and gameplay style of Shadow. Though they lean heavily on speed, Sonic games also differ slightly in playing styles – were hearing that Sonic X Shadow Generations is going to go for more depth along with Shadows unique powers and a storyline that delves into his complicated character. That would certainly help it become a potentially landmark Sonic universe release.
Batman and The Shadow: A Match Made In Arkham?
Batman and Shadow may not seem all that complimentary at first blush, but they actually have quite a bit in common. They are both dark and brooding, troubled souls who strive to make the world a better place in their way.
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As Batman works tirelessly within the shadows of Gotham City, Shadow wields chaos in its darkest powerplanes. It is not a crazy synergy crossover like Ninjala but it fits a lot more naturally (at the very least) and leaves one wondering what this partnership entails.
Is this the beginning of more crossover between SEGA and DC Comics? Maybe a full Sonic-Batman crossover game or even some comic collaboration between the two most iconic characters? Only time will tell, but it sure is fun to think about!
What’s Next for SEGA and DC?
While people are looking forward to more news and the eventual release of Sonic X Shadow Generations, fans express interest in what SEGA has planned for Shadow – especially when it comes to this new Batman partnership. Is this just a fun one-off celebration of Batman’s birthday, or will it lead into a bigger crossover event?
Whether what awaits the combo of Shadow the hedgehog and Batman remains uncertain, one thing is for sure – fans from all corners of the globe are engaged. It’s shaping up to be an exciting fall for both gamers and comic book fans, with Sonic X Shadow Generations hitting next week in the month of October.
Set your calendars for October 24th, and ready yourself to step into the shadows – as a fan of Sonic, DC or both, this crossover is going to have something that you do not want to miss.