SEGA Announces Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode II

SEGA has announced that the iconic blue hedgehog will be making his 2D return in Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode II in 2012.

Fans have been anticipating the next episode in Sonic's new side-scrolling adventure, and SEGA has been listening closely to their feedback. Armed with all-new character animations and a completely reworked physics engine, Episode II will expand the Sonic 4 storyline with new areas to speed through and new challenges to face. For a sneak peek at what’s in store, including the arrival of a certain high-flying, twin-tailed pal who’s sure to be of assistance, check out the all-new teaser trailer below.

"After twenty years in action, it’s clear that Sonic hasn't slowed down one bit," said Haruki Satomi, Senior Vice President of Digital Business at SEGA of America. "The first entry in the Sonic 4 saga was a major success. We’ve listened to the fans and been hard at work making sure we recapture that same spirit of fun in Episode II. We hope the fans will enjoy it."

Sonic the Hedgehog Episode II will be available to download via Xbox LIVE Arcade for the Xbox 360, the PlayStation Network, and mobile platforms including the App Store, Android Market and Xbox LIVE on Windows Phone 7.