Summary
The Apple Arcade exclusive action platformerSonic Dream Teamhas a new content update that adds Shadow the Hedgehog as a playable character with his own unique set of abilities, along with new challenges and rewards to earn. The latest content update inSonic Dream Teamserves as a tie-in with the upcomingSonic the Hedgehog 3feature film that will also feature Shadow as a primary character.
Sonic Dream Teamis an action platformerdeveloped by Hardlight, a developer known for its longtime partnership with Sega and its output of mobile-friendlySonicgames. The game, which is available exclusively on the Apple Arcade subscription service for Apple devices, features gameplay akin to the usual 3DSonictitles, with cumulative awards earned over time as players progress to unlock new characters and upgrade abilities.
Now, players have even more to look forward to in the game asSonic Dream Teamdeveloper Hardlight shared a trailer for a new update adding Shadow the Hedgehog as a playable character. The update features several new challenge levels featuring brand-new rewards exclusive to Shadow along with new music and collectibles from the variousSonicgames in which he appears.
The update comes just in time forthe release ofSonic the Hedgehog 3in theaterslater this week, which brings Shadow, voiced by Keanu Reeves, into the ongoing story of the iconic series' feature film adaptation. Shadow’s addition toSonic Dream Teambrings with it a series of new abilities like Chaos Control and Chaos Shift, inspired by abilities fromSonic Adventure 2,in which he debuted.
Shadow has had a huge presence in theSonicfranchise throughout 2024 overall, not just due to the upcoming movie but alsothe recent release ofSonic x Shadow Generations.That game was an expanded remaster of the originalSonic Generationsfeaturing both the original game with visual and quality-of-life improvements and an all-new storyline starring Shadow as the playable protagonist.
For those on other platforms looking for someSonicgaming on their mobile devices,Sonic Dashand its sequel are still available on mobile, featuring a more traditional endless runner experience. For fans who may have missed out on it,the open-world titleSonic Frontiersis currently available for free on the PS5 for members of the Premium and Extra tiers of the PlayStation Plus subscription service, along with the rest of its game catalog.
Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog is a prolific game franchise that started life on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Covering both 2D and 3D iterations through the generations, Sonic is known for speedy movements and interesting platforming mechanics.
