The 2D sidescrolling platform, which launched for PC and consoles last year. did not perform to Sega's expectations, Shuji Utsumi says.
Retailing for $5.99, the DLC sees Shadow, voiced by Keanu Reeves, rampaging through a new stage based on the upcoming film.
The next Sonic Racing title is coming to Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and Nintendo Switch, though a release window has yet to be revealed.
The DLC will go hand-in-hand with the upcoming theatrical release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which stars Keanu Reeves as Shadow.
Sega will outline plans for Sonic the Hedgehog through 2025, including new events and partnerships, tomorrow at 9 AM PST.
It was recently reported that the platformer's total launch week sales in the UK were over 20 percent higher than Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart's.
The expanded platforming remaster is set to release for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC on October 25.
Sega is working on a direct sequel to the 2022 3D platformer Sonic Frontiers, it's been claimed, though it may not necessarily be called Sonic Frontiers 2.
"The timing of the launch coincided with competing titles in the same genre, and it has been short of the initial forecast," Sega says.
The costume will be added to the 2D sidescrolling platformer on February 15, and will be free for all players.
Leaker lolilolailo says it's "real" and "bigger than what most people think." A reveal is potentially coming at today's State of Play.
PlayStation's next State of Play could see a Sonic-related announcement. It's set for January 31st at 2 PM PST, with 15 titles confirmed.
Sega could reveal a remaster or re-release for the beloved 2011 platforming title, currently available for Xbox 360, PS3, and PC.
However, Sega is expecting sales for the 2D platformer to pick up over the course of the Holiday season.
Animated by Powerhouse Animation and with music by Tee Lopes, the opening showcases an epic battle in Eggman's dreamscape.
Launch sales are down 63 percent compared to Sonic Frontiers, but the 2D platformer did well considering the competition.
The newest 2D side-scroller in the legendary series is available now on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PS4, PS5, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
A leaked document claims that Sega will launch another new mainline Sonic game in 2024, along with DLC was Sonic Superstars.
Arzest and Sonic Team collaborate on a mediocre Sonic experience which falters with its Zone design, visuals and soundtrack.
Sonic is back in a 2D side-scrolling adventure with four-player co-op, brand-new zones and Emerald Powers. Here's what you should know.
