Key Sonic Games to Get Updates Before Sonic 3's Debut

Get Ready for Sonic Mania: Sega Unveils Major Mobile Game Updates Tied to Sonic the Hedgehog 3!

With the highly anticipated release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 just around the corner, Sega is treating fans to a wave of exciting updates across its popular Sonic mobile game lineup. From Apple Arcade's Sonic Dream Team to Sonic Dash and Sonic Forces on the App Store and Google Play, these updates deliver fresh content inspired by the upcoming film.

First up, Sonic Forces receives a major boost on December 12th with the introduction of a brand-new Metro-city Zone. This thrilling addition features three challenging tracks, playable as Movie Shadow, Movie Sonic, and other familiar characters. Experience the action before hitting the theaters!

Next, on December 18th, Sonic Dream Team welcomes Shadow as a playable character, complete with unique abilities. Unlock him by tackling Tails’ Challenges. Shadow's Chaos Control and Chaos Shift powers allow for time manipulation, freezing foes and the environment to conquer objectives.

This update also introduces new powers like Quick Grind and Perfect Boost for all characters, along with exclusive upgrades such as Double Chaos Shift for Shadow. Six new Shadow-themed statues and music tracks add to the atmosphere, and a revised tutorial streamlines the learning curve for new players.

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Lastly, Sonic Dash gets its update on December 20th, offering players the chance to collect cards and unlock Movie Shadow and Movie Sonic. Daily collectible rewards add an extra layer of excitement. Sonic Dash+ on Apple Arcade will follow suit in January with its own Shadow-themed enhancements.

Which update are you most excited for? Sonic the Hedgehog 3 races into theaters worldwide on December 20th. Watch the trailer above to fuel your anticipation!