Posted on July 22, 2008 - Filed Under Adventure, Industry News, Nintendo Wii |
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Sega of Europe and Sega of America both announced Sonic and the Black Knight, the next chapter in Sonic’s life and found exclusively on the Nintendo Wii. Sonic has to earn the right to be a Knight by helping to save the day.
As with any Sonic game, Sonic and the Black Knight promises to be fast paced. Sonic finds himself in the land of Arthurian legend, armed with a sword and ready to combat the enemies. Sonic goes on a series of missions to to help save the day and become the ultimate Knight.
“After the success of Sonic and the Secret Rings we’re delighted to announce a second title in the Storybook Series,” said Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe, “Following Sonic on his way to knighthood will excite players of all ages.
Sonic and the Black Knight sounds like a fun game, especially if you are a Sonic fan. The game does seem to be different for the little blue hedgehog and sometimes different is good for a franchise. We will have to wait and see if the medieval adventure is a good fit for Sonic.
The game is set to be released in the Spring of 2009.
Press Release Follows:
SAN FRANCISCO & LONDON (July 21, 2008) –SEGA of Europe Ltd. and SEGA® of America, Inc. today announced Sonic™ and the Black Knight, an all-new Wii-exclusive adventure. Part of the storybook series of games that began with Sonic and the Secret Rings, this new title brings Sonic into the world of Arthurian legend and offers the worlds most infamous blue hedgehog the chance to become a knight. Using the unique Wii control system, this exciting game will take advantage of both the Wii Remote and the Nunchuk to offer an interactive experience that any Sonic fans will love.
Created by Sonic Team in Japan, this innovative game takes Sonic into a medieval world and arms him with a sword to aid in his effort to save the day. Sonic and the Black Knight will provide Sonic fans with an irresistible cast of characters and teach them all what it takes to be a true hero and the ultimate knight. With a series of missions taking place in stunning Arthurian-inspired locations, Sonic and the Black Knight promises to offer a fast-paced adventure that gamers of all ages will enjoy.
“After the success of Sonic and the Secret Rings we’re delighted to announce a second title in the Storybook Series,” said Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe, “Following Sonic on his way to knighthood will excite players of all ages.”
Sonic and the Black Knight, exclusively for the Wii, will be out in Spring 2009.
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