Shadow to get own 3D hub world inspired by Sonic Frontiers for players to explore

One of the surprises we learnt last night at the Summer Game Fest is that Sonic x Shadow Generations will contain a special hub world for Shadow to explore which is based on the open zone format of Sonic Frontiers. The special hub world enables Shadow to explore and uncover the secrets hidden throughout. Sadly there’s no gameplay footage of this, but there’s one screen from the promotional materials which you can view below. Sonic x Shadow Generations launches on Nintendo Switch on 25th October.  

Features:

• The Return of Shadow
  • In this new standalone campaign, Shadow’s nemesis, Black Doom, has reemerged and threatens to take over the world once again. Shadow must journey into his past, confront his painful memories, and unlock new dark powers to save the world.
• Shadow Evolved
  • Harness Shadow’s new Doom Powers to battle hordes of enemies and tackle platforming challenges like never before. Surf on water, fly over obstacles, and stop time with the return of Chaos Control!
• A Journey Through Time and Dimensions
  • Relive signature levels from Shadow’s previous adventures and accelerate through mind-bending stages in both 3D and 2D, warped by Black Doom’s influence as Shadow works to piece together the timeline and thwart his evil plans. 
• Explore the New White Space
  • Stretch your legs in an all-new hub world inspired by the open-zone gameplay of Sonic Frontiers. As Shadow gains new powers, he can explore further and uncover the secrets hidden throughout! 
• The Best of Both Worlds, Remastered
  • Spin dash through a greatest-hits collection of 3D and 2D versions of iconic stages from past Sonic games, now with updated visuals and reworked cinematics. 
• New Collectibles, Bonus Content, and more!
  • Rescue Chao hiding in every level, rack up the highest pinball score in the Casino Nights Zone, and check out the museum for behind-the-scenes art, music, and more!