Amidst the buzz of its acquisition of Rovio, Sega has confirmed that an array of new Sonic the Hedgehog mobile titles are currently in development. The acquisition of the Angry Birds developer by the Finnish game developer earlier this year has paved the way for this exciting collaboration. With the acquisition process beginning as early as April and coming to fruition in September, this venture has expanded Sega's global footprint in the mobile game market.
Sega's acquisition of Rovio signifies a significant shift towards global expansion, with the aim of leveraging Rovio's expertise and presence in the mobile game market. In a recent presentation outlining its objectives for the 2023 fiscal year, Sega emphasized its intent to utilize Rovio's capabilities to propel its legacy franchises into the realm of global mobile gaming. Notably, the beloved Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is poised to take center stage in this ambitious effort.
Furthermore, a presentation from Sega Sammy in December shed light on the company's roadmap post-Rovio acquisition. This detailed roadmap explicitly mentioned the development of multiple Sonic the Hedgehog titles for mobile platforms. The collaborative nature of these endeavors is evident as these games are slated alongside Rovio's in-house game development tool set, Beacon suite.
Alongside the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, other intellectual properties (IPs) such as Hatsune Miku for mobile platforms and Angry Birds for PC and console are receiving support after the Rovio acquisition. Notably, Sega aims to explore collaborative opportunities in both new and existing game titles. This strategic move into mobile gaming serves as a catalyst for the company's broader global gaming strategy, with a strong focus on expanding its reach in burgeoning markets like Asia, China, Latin America, and other regions across the globe.
In a bid to further expand its offerings, Sega has disclosed plans for 2024, including titles such as Atlus' Metaphor: ReFantazio, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio's Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, and the revival of classic SEGA IPs like Streets of Rage: Revolution. This upcoming lineup promises a wealth of new experiences for Sega enthusiasts, with an assortment of new Sonic content to delight fans, building on the momentum from the franchise's successful presence in 2023.