While the franchise has always been an incredibly popular staple in gaming, Sonic The Hedgehog has had somewhat of a renaissance in recent years, aided by the success of the film franchise and the release of .
The films themselves have been praised for being filled with references for long-time fans while bringing a new generation of players into the franchise for the first time.
With Shadow X Generations releasing only a few months before the third game, it was a fantastic entry point for Sonic 3 fans who wanted to learn more about Sonic's rival. [Warning: this article contains spoilers for Sonic The Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene]Given that the Sonic film franchise continues to hit major box office milestones for a video game adaptation, it seems the franchise will only keep growing in popularity.
While Shadow's debut was an incredibly faithful adaptation of his story with some unique twists regarding his origin and story with Maria, 's post-credits scene left a lasting impression on viewers with its iconic inclusions.
While fans will have to wait until 2027 to see them in action on the big screen, it would be the perfect chance to shine the spotlight on one underrated Sonic character.