Summary

  • Sonic X Shadow Generations remasters Sonic Generations and adds a Shadow-centered campaign, which pulls elements from Sonic Adventure 2 & 2005's Shadow the Hedgehog.
  • The new game features Shadow battling past enemies like Biolizard and Black Doom and allows gamers to visit Kingdom Valley from Sonic ‘06.
  • Some official screenshots have shown the stage, with Shadow seen riding a massive eagle in the area.

Sega has just shared some screenshots of Sonic X Shadow Generations’ version of the Kingdom Valley stage from Sonic ‘06. An updated remaster of the 2012 anniversary title Sonic Generations was announced back in January, complete with an added campaign centered around Shadow the Hedgehog. Sonic X Shadow Generations is part of 2024’s Year of Shadow promotional campaign, which features special events and content celebrating Sonic’s famous arch-rival in the build-up to his big-screen debut in this year’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Details about Sonic X Shadow Generations’ additional story and levels have been surfacing ahead of the game’s launch on October 25. The “Shadow Generations” campaign will draw from Shadow-centric titles like Sonic Adventure 2, the 2005 Shadow the Hedgehog spin-off, and Sonic the Hedgehog (2006) as Shadow finds himself trapped in a mysterious void known as the White Space. There, he will be confronted with monstrous enemies from his past like the Biolizard and Black Doom as he runs through fan-favorite locations like Space Colony Ark.

As reported by Sonic Stadium, recently released screenshots on the offical Sega Japan website are giving fans a look at another old stage that will return in Sonic X Shadow Generations: Kingdom Valley from Sonic the Hedgehog (2006). In the ill-remembered Sonic ’06, Kingdom Valley was the ruins of the old Soleanna royal palace, which was abandoned following the disastrous Solaris Project. All three of Sonic ‘06’s playable protagonists (Sonic, Shadow, and Silver) had levels set there, and Sonic X Shadow Generations’ latest screenshots show Shadow riding a giant eagle on his way through the old castle grounds.

Shadow Returns to Kingdom Valley in Sonic X Shadow Generations

The most recent wave of Sonic X Shadow Generations screenshots also shows off the Sonic Adventure-inspired Modern Sonic Legacy Skin, which will be available as a pre-order bonus. This lower-polygon skin features Sonic as he looked on the Sega Dreamcast back in 1999, complete with the clear blue Crystal Ring around his wrist and energy-infused Light Speed Shoes that enabled the Blue Blur to perform his Light Speed Dash move on any path of Rings. In Sonic X Shadow Generations, the Legacy Skin can be seen running through the classic Green Hill Zone.

Just like the original Sonic Generations, the updated Sonic X Shadow Generations looks to celebrate the history of Sega’s most iconic mascot by letting gamers run through classic levels, including a few from Shadow’s most noted playable appearances. The ancient Kingdom Valley is now joining Crisis City in representing Sonic the Hedgehog (2006), a game that was home to some of Shadow’s most noteworthy moments in addition to a few of Sonic’s strangest ones.

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Released
October 25, 2024
ESRB
E10+ For Everyone 10+ Due To Fantasy Violence
Developer(s)
Sonic Team
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Sega
Engine
Hedgehog Engine 2
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Sonic the Hedgehog
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THE RETURN OF SHADOW
In 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 EVOLVED
Harness 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 DIMENSIONS
Experience 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 SPACE
Stretch 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!

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