The lack of experience brought up the question of whether the small company could handle developing the game, given that the bar was set pretty high. Before working on the new Sonic project, however, Aspect had only made two other games: Batman Returns and Ax Battler – A Legend of Golden Axe, both for the Game Gear. Ltd., founded in March of 1991, to develop the second iteration alongside its more powerful 16-bit sister.
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Now, while Sonic the Hedgehog 2 for the Sega Genesis (Mega Drive) was Tails’ first playable debut, very few would know that his first actual appearance in the series stems from the Game Gear counterpart, also named Sonic the Hedgehog 2, released just days before the Genesis version, and the subject of today’s review.įollowing Ancient’s attempt to make an 8-bit version of the original game, which the Hopeful Handheld Mage covered in his breakdown of the de-make, Sega turned to a company called Aspect Co. And thus, Miles “Tails” Prower, was born. An internal competition was held to create a tag-along partner and the entry submitted by the main artist and zone director of the first game, Yasushi Yamaguchi, was selected: A two-tailed fox (inspired by the kitsune legend in Japan) with genius-level intellect and who hero-worshiped the hedgehog. As Nintendo’s Mario had his brother, Luigi, journey alongside him, so to did Sonic need a friend by his side to help battle against the forces of Dr. For the next installment, Sega and Sonic Team needed more than just redesigned levels, gameplay mechanics and a story they needed an edge.Įvery mascot needs a sidekick of sorts, a friend that they can count on, that will stick by their side time and time again and that (for a business) will help make the brand stand out from all others. However, a series is rarely successful by staying as they are. Sonic the Hedgehog(which the Well-Red Mage extensively covered the origins of) was praised for its visuals, gameplay and music. This action rocketed the game company to relevance and starting a console war that would define the gaming scene well-throughout the 90’s. The company had put their faith behind a certain speedy blue rodent and he delivered.
In January 1992, Sega was on top, overtaking their rival, Nintendo, for the first time since December of 1985. I will answer when you call me I will never have to guess Cause we are very special friends Dear, My Friend by Brent Cash, Sonic Unleashed.
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