Sonic The Hedgehog - From Concept To Release
399Sonic The Hedgehog released back in 1991 and quickly became one of the most popular video game franchises of all time, with it about to celebrate its 30th Anniversary! However, what are the origins of Sonic himself as well as the development history behind the blue blur’s debut title?
In this video, I discuss the complete development history and origins of the original 1991 Sonic The Hedgehog, from the many changes of Sonic himself behind the scenes, the development of the game itself, to how Sonic transformed the SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive into a 16-Bit powerhouse! Covering the full origins and development of Sonic The Hedgehog. From Concept to Release.
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► Check out The Cutting Room Floor & Sonic Retro's articles on Sonic 1's development history!
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https://tcrf.net/Sonic_the_Hedgehog
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0:00 - Introduction
1:59 - The Origins of Sonic
6:40 - Development Act 1
8:21 - Development Act 2/Cut Content
12:40 - Westernisation
15:47 - Release
19:40 - Conclusion
► Music Credits
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