Author Topic: Sonic Generations Skips Wii (Read 8302 times)

NWR_pap64 · « **on:** April 18, 2011, 06:17:48 PM »

Sega's Sonic anniversary project will not see a Wii release.

http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/news/26096

Sega has confirmed that Sonic Generations will not be released on the Wii due to the system not being an HD-capable console. The title is set to be released on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Sonic Generations is a game that celebrates Sonic the Hedgehohg's 20th anniversary. In it, players take control of one of two Sonics: Classic Genesis Sonic (who looks like Sonic did in the early 90s) and Modern Sonic. Both characters feature distinctive modes of play. Classic Sonic's gameplay consists of 2D side-scrolling levels, while Modern Sonic's gameplay will be in third person and resemble the modern 3D games, such as Sonic Unleashed and Sonic Colors.

It is not known whether Sega will release a Sonic 20th anniversary project exclusive for the Nintendo systems.

Morari · « **Reply #1 on:** April 18, 2011, 06:41:36 PM »

Um... Aren't us Nintendo owners still waiting for the rest of Sonic 4 to be released on WiiWare?

leahsdad · « **Reply #2 on:** April 18, 2011, 06:51:20 PM »

The other consoles can have Sonic.

If Sega is thinking about what to do for the Wii, how about a Jet Grind Radio game? The "tagging" mini-game in that game would be perfect for motion control. Or for touchscreen/stylus action, for that matter.

NWR_pap64 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 18, 2011, 06:52:19 PM »

Not just WiiWare, all consoles are still waiting for the next Sonic 4 episode. Nothing has been said or show since the first episode was released last year.

Retro Deckades · « **Reply #4 on:** April 18, 2011, 06:52:30 PM »

Quote from: Morari on April 18, 2011, 06:41:36 PM

Um... Aren't us Nintendo owners still waiting for the rest of Sonic 4 to be released on WiiWare?

Perhaps you are, but I'm not!

xcwarrior · « **Reply #5 on:** April 18, 2011, 07:00:57 PM »

Do people still care about Sonic? NOt caring one bit if this comes to Wii, or those dumb episodic games for that matter. Sega I'm sure will find a way to screw this up, but I'm sure with HD and all it will look really pretty.

NWR_insanolord · « **Reply #6 on:** April 18, 2011, 07:09:39 PM »

They were on the right track with Sonic 4. With a few tweaks and a bit better level design that could have been great.

Shaymin · « **Reply #7 on:** April 18, 2011, 07:34:48 PM »

Now where did I put that reaction image... ah, here it is.

happyastoria · « **Reply #8 on:** April 18, 2011, 07:53:18 PM »

People still like Sonic?

Chocobo_Rider · « **Reply #9 on:** April 18, 2011, 07:54:08 PM »

Sorry to be the odd man out, but I have thoroughly enjoyed the modern Sonic games.

Fortunately, since I like the modern games, I couldn't care less about Sega's attempts to appease the people who think Sonic peaked in 16-bit. Those folks can NOT be pleased with anything short of a time machine.

So, while I really wish the "modern" levels were on the Wii, I couldn't care less about a game (like Sonic 4) that acts like an abused lover....

Sonic "fans": "modern Sonic sux"
SEGA: "oh, ok! you don't like 3D? here! here's Sonic 4!! boom! 2D and HD graphics! no friends!"
Sonic "fans": "hey, WTF!? his eyes aren't the old color! he looks like modern Sonic! these physics aren't identical! this sucks!"
SEGA: "oh, ok! here's a Sonic game that uses the OLD Sonic design and is also in 2D, HD and has no friends!"
Sonic "fans" in the future: "hey, WTF!? this isn't a Genesis controller!..." etc, etc.

NWR_insanolord · « **Reply #10 on:** April 18, 2011, 08:13:39 PM »

To be fair, the physics were kind of broken. Sonic lost all momentum the moment you let go of the stick/dpad. Like I said, though, it was on the right track, and given its episodic nature they could have fixed the issues and it could have been great. It's just too bad it looks like it'll never have that chance.

As a rule, I hate any Sonic game where Sonic is constantly running forward, which is pretty much every Sonic game since Sonic Adventure except Sonic 4 and maybe the first GBA game. Sonic on the Genesis was fast, but it still involved a lot of platforming, and there were plenty of areas in which you moved normal speed.

Chozo Ghost · « **Reply #11 on:** April 18, 2011, 08:31:27 PM »

Skipping the market leading console which has the largest Sonic fanbase? Yeah, that's a smart move. Their excuse that its because the Wii "doesn't support HD" makes no sense either. All they have to do is make that version without HD. Duh.

Luigi Dude · « **Reply #12 on:** April 18, 2011, 09:05:31 PM »

Don't worry, the game will bomb like every other Sonic game on the 360/PS3 has which will force Sega to do one of two things.

-Have Dimps quickly make a half-assed Wii version like they did with Unleashed.

-Port the game over to the Wii's successor that will be an HD system so they'll have an easy seller ready for it's launch in 2012.

Now if you asked me before the Project Cafe rumors I would have picked the first option, but after all the recent rumors, I think the second idea is a lot more likely now. Since Sonic games sell the best on Nintendo platforms by far, it would provide Sega with a quick and easy way to cash in big at the launch of Nintendo's next home console.

Chocobo_Rider · « **Reply #13 on:** April 18, 2011, 09:33:06 PM »

It is true that the Wii audience is much more receptive to Sonic games and thus a moronical move on SEGA's part. I believe it is because Sonic has a real "image" problem and Wii owners/users/gamers do not care as much about image as they care about good gaming.

Chozo Ghost · « **Reply #14 on:** April 18, 2011, 09:34:11 PM »

Putting the fact that many Sonic fans are also Nintendo fans aside for the moment, another reason neglecting the Wii with this game is stupid is because its a 2D platformer, and thanks to Nintendo's efforts with games like NSMB and DKC and so on, the Wii is THE 2D platformer system for this generation. People who care about Sonic own the Wii, and so do people who care about 2D platforming. So there's two different reasons why it should have been on the Wii.

Not wanting to support the Wii with M rated 3D games is one thing, but excluding 2D Sonic games goes beyond stupid. There's a reason SEGA is no longer in the hardware business. Are they now trying to destroy themselves as a software player as well??

Thaneros · « **Reply #15 on:** April 18, 2011, 10:47:45 PM »

Despite all the "hate" Sonic gets these days his games still sell well regardless of the system he's on. Think about it..why would a company push out games(that cost millions) at almost a yearly rate if they didn't sell? Sonic is now the Justin Bieber of the video game world. It's "cool/popular" to bash and hate on him but at the end of the day he's sitting back chillin' counting his money.

Yes,I know Sonic games sell better on the Wii/DS but this game isn't really for that crowd. Just how Colors wasn't on Xbox/PS3 be cause it was for a younger audience this one for the classic Sonic fans.

Caliban · « **Reply #16 on:** April 18, 2011, 10:52:50 PM »

Wii 2.

stevey · « **Reply #17 on:** April 18, 2011, 10:53:23 PM »

2D original sonic: **** YES
3D hipster sonic: **** No
HD: Hell No

boycott!

Wait, it's not coming out? Victory!

Ceric · « **Reply #18 on:** April 18, 2011, 10:54:22 PM »

As the only person on this forum that liked the game. If there going to do another Wii Sonic I want one in the Storybook series with the Secret Ring controls back. I do enjoy that series.

Oh and Plenty of Cheese rock. mmm cheeesseee

Enner · « **Reply #19 on:** April 18, 2011, 11:13:03 PM »

Odd that Generations isn't coming to the Wii, but the other consoles didn't get Colors last year so I guess this might be some weird balancing act. I still haven't gotten around to playing Sonic Colors so I'm not too miffed that the Wii is not invited to Sonic's 20th anniversary party.

Kytim89 · « **Reply #20 on:** April 19, 2011, 12:15:49 AM »

The next episode of Sonic 4 should be 1000 Wii points for the Wii and $15 for the other consoles because of this game not comng to Wii.

Chozo Ghost · « **Reply #21 on:** April 19, 2011, 01:09:59 AM »

Maybe since its the "20th anniversary" Sega decided to keep it off of Nintendo hardware in honor of the rivalry between them that was going on at that time?

NWR_insanolord · « **Reply #22 on:** April 19, 2011, 02:05:39 AM »

PS360 does what Nintendon't.

Caterkiller · « **Reply #23 on:** April 19, 2011, 02:11:21 AM »

As much as I would like to see how this turns out, me of all people could not get into Sonic Colors. Probably because I got it and DK at the same time. But I really don't care.

Oh and I can absolutely confirm that this game will be released on the Cafe, just trust me.

NWR_pap64 · « **Reply #24 on:** April 19, 2011, 04:36:46 AM »

Heh, I am loving how people are saying that they don't care for this or Sonic, and yet a lot of people have commented on this. :p

But all kidding aside, I love Sonic. Yes, he had made many crappy games, yes I liked many of them, yes I still like the character. This project sounds really exciting. I have a 360 and an HD TV so I am set.

If you guys read my review of Sonic 4 you know that I loved it. The game was too short, especially for the asking price, and some of the levels needed work, but I thought it was a step in the right direction. Same with Sonic Colors. Colors did many things right, including a story that didn't take itself VERY seriously like previous titles, beautiful graphics and very fun levels and well implemented mechanics.

I'm honestly believing that Sega is at a point where no matter what they do, they will never win. They could do away with the hipster Sonic design, hire back EVERY SINGLE staff member that worked on the Genesis games, make a game in 2D complete with Genesis graphics and fans would STILL find something to complain. Not saying that Sega didn't ask for this. Those unpolished 3D games did a lot of harm to the franchise. But still, considering how AWFUL the series can be, their recent efforts (sans Sonic Riders Kinect) have been really good.

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