Sega have finally released a new trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode 1 and it's looking like a fantastic return to the 2D series. The stage we get to see is a labyrinth zone style familiar to many of Sonic's previous 2D outings. Making a welcome return are the usual perils that Sonic has faced over the years; running rivers that Sonic slides down, similar to the oil slicks from Sonic 2 and the sand slopes of Sonic 3; Loops, springs, spikes and the need for air bubbles underwater (a bane of many a player!).
There are also some new features in this trailer. In one sequence we see a giant boulder drop from the ceiling and Sonic jumps on top of it and runs and rolls the boulder, destroying all in it's path. There's also a sequence with Sonic riding in a mine cart across some dangerous tracks, jumping large gaps of missing track on his way. Another interesting looking feature involves Sonic running along dark tunnels carrying a candle. This is reminiscent of the sand temple levels from Sonic 3 when you had to pull the hanging switches to turn on the lights and keep the ghosts at bay. And finally there's another sequence in the trailer involving a rotating environment similar to the special zones in Sonic 2 and 3.
Graphically, Sonic 4: Episode 1 is shaping up to be a gorgeous looking game. Despite not being true 3D, Sonic looks in excellent form and although the scenery may rush passed in a blur, the levels are beautifully detailed and very atmospheric.
If this trailer is anything to go by, Sonic 4 is shaping up to be a worthy return to the 2D genre for our favourite spiky hero!
You can see the trailer here
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