Exciting Collaboration Between SEGA's Sonic & Friends and Sanrio Characters Announced

SEGA's New Collaboration: Sonic & Friends Meet Sanrio Characters

SEGA has recently revealed a delightful new collaboration featuring their celebrated franchise, Sonic & Friends, along with beloved Sanrio characters. The partnership announces the much-anticipated illustration of Shadow and Hangyodon, marking the final character release from this exciting collaboration. It’s a delightful blend of gaming and adorable characters that fans around the globe are sure to enjoy.

Upcoming Merchandise at SEGA Store Tokyo

In an exciting turn of events, SEGA will release special merchandise at the SEGA Store Tokyo, set to go live from October 31, 2025, ahead of the official nationwide launch on November 7. The showcased products will include plush toys and adorable mascots featuring Sonic and his crew dressed as the Sanrio characters.

PRODUCT DETAIL: Sonic & Friends Sanrio Characters Plush

- Name: Sonic & Friends Sanrio Characters Plush (Medium Size)
- Description: This cute plush represents Sonic and his friends wearing Sanrio character costumes, a collectible for fans of all ages. The plush assortment consists of six characters that can be easily decorated in any space or cuddled up for comfort.
- Size: W230 x H300 x D200 mm
- Release Date: Available from November 7, 2025, with early access starting from October 31, 2025.
- Nationwide Release: December 11, 2025, for the Shadow x Hangyodon plush.

PRODUCT DETAIL: Sonic & Friends Sanrio Characters Mascots

- Name: Sonic & Friends Sanrio Characters Mascots
- Description: These adorable mascots feature Sonic and friends dressed up in Sanrio costumes. Available as six different designs, each mascot comes with a ball chain that makes it easy to attach to bags or backpacks.
- Size: W110 x H150 x D100 mm
- Release Date: Set to launch on November 7, 2025, with early access starting on October 31, 2025.
- Nationwide Release: December 11, 2025, for the Shadow x Hangyodon mascot.

About Sonic The Hedgehog

The star of this collaboration, Sonic, the blue hedgehog known for his incredible speed, has been a beloved character since he first appeared in 1991. SEGA's games featuring Sonic have sold over 1.77 billion copies, making him not only iconic in gaming history but a multi-generational star. Sonic continues to race through various adventures at lightning speed, captivating fans worldwide.

Sonic & Friends: The Short Animation Series

Launched in August 2023, the Sonic & Friends animated series has gained significant traction on TikTok, drawing millions of views each month. Fans from all around flood the comments with compliments, celebrating the series' cuteness with phrases like “Soooooo Cute!” and “MIRA QUE BONITOS!” reflecting the love that international followers have for these characters. The short animations feature Sonic alongside friends like Amy, Tails, Knuckles, and Dr. Eggman, captivating the hearts of both old and new fans.

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This collaboration exemplifies the charming intersection of gaming and anime cultures, showcasing how beloved characters can continuously connect fans through innovative products and delightful storytelling. Stay tuned for more updates as SEGA continues to expand this unique venture!