Next-Gen Hedgehog Velocity: Ray-Traced Chaos Emeralds & 120fps Gameplay Unleashed

Next-Gen Hedgehog Velocity: Ray-Traced Chaos Emeralds & 120fps Gameplay Unleashed

Sonic Team’s remastered classic hits PS5/XSX with jaw-dropping upgrades: 4K/120fps gameplay using Hedgehog Engine 2.5, featuring ray-traced Chaos Emeralds that refract light across levels like never before. The iconic Green Hill Zone rebuild includes photogrammetry-scanned palm trees and dynamic physics for every loop-de-loop. “We’ve doubled particle density for boost effects,” reveals Technical Director Sachiko Kawamura. “When Shadow chaos controls, time distortion warps the environment in real-time.” PS5’s DualSense delivers adaptive trigger resistance during spin dashes, while Xbox’s Quick Resume lets players jump between eras instantly.

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Past Meets Power Sonic X Shadow Generations revitalizes the beloved 2011 classic with enhanced visuals, refined gameplay, and an all-new standalone campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog. Experience high-speed platforming across two timelines as Modern and Classic Sonic return to battle through iconic zones reimagined in stunning HD. Shadow's story introduces fresh gameplay mechanics, intense action, and a darker narrative that explores his mysterious past and newfound powers. With performance boosts, sharper controls, and support for current and next-gen consoles—including Switch 2 and PC—this definitive edition delivers the most cinematic and technically polished Sonic Generations to date. Race through time, rewrite destiny, and discover how two hedgehogs—one of speed, one of shadow—collide to shape the future.
Release Date: 05 Oct 2024
Developed by: Sonic Team
Published by: SEGA
Genre: Action , Platformer