Exciting news for Sonic the Hedgehog fans as rumors of a remake of the 2003 game Sonic Heroes in Unreal Engine 5 have been circulating. Multiple sources have claimed that Sega is working on the remake, which is expected to be released on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and the upcoming Switch 2.
Following the success of Sonic Mania, fans have been eagerly anticipating remakes of other classic Sonic games. Sonic Colours received a remaster in 2021, and Sonic Generations is also set to be remastered with new content later this year, under the title Sonic X Shadow Generations.
Now, it appears that Sonic Heroes is next in line for a full remake. The game, known for its team-based gameplay, is considered a pivotal title in Sonic’s history. With its unique approach to promoting Sonic’s wider lore and featuring more obscure characters, Sonic Heroes has garnered a dedicated fan base.
The rumors of the remake originated from Brazilian website Nintendo Universe, which suggested that the game will be released on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and the next Nintendo console, with a targeted release date of 2025. This information was further supported by comments from trusted Nintendo leaker Zippo, who hinted at a ‘full-on, Unreal Engine 5 powered remake of a big, important, seminal 3D Sonic game’ being in production at Sonic Team.
While the specific game was not initially mentioned, Japanese source Midori confirmed that the information was accurate and pointed towards Sonic Heroes as the title in question. Midori also dispelled rumors of a Sonic Adventure remake, surprising many fans who expected it to be Sega’s first choice for a remake, given its status as the oldest and most popular 3D Sonic game.
Additionally, Midori revealed that Jet Set Radio and Crazy Taxi are also set to be revived using Unreal Engine, adding to the excitement for Sega fans.
With these developments, the future looks promising for Sonic the Hedgehog and Sega’s classic titles, as they continue to captivate audiences with modern adaptations of beloved games.
