Overview
- SEGA unveiled the first trailer for the animated short Sonic the Hedgehog: Memories and Beyond at Anime Expo 2026, introducing the project publicly for the first time.
- The trailer depicts Team Sonic confronting Metal Sonic and follows an official synopsis that says Dr. Eggman will upgrade Metal Sonic by stealing Sonic’s life‑data and using the Chaos Emeralds.
- The short is reported to be expected this fall but SEGA has not announced a firm release date and the timing remains unconfirmed.
- The announcement is part of a broader 35th‑anniversary slate that builds on the franchise's recent box‑office growth and cross‑media output, including new games and comics.
- Film franchise plans continue in development with Sonic 4 slated as the next movie entry and reports that Amy will debut on the big screen and that Jim Carrey and Kristen Bell are linked to the cast, though those casting details remain reported and not finalized.