Sonic the Hulkhog unleashed in new teaser

by Alexander Sliwinski { Apr 8th 2008 at 1:00AM }

Ignore for about three seconds Sega's laughably broken Sonic Unleashed marketing which released gameplay footage before a teaser trailer (above), and just focus on what we'll soon be calling -- with great frequency -- Sonic the Hulkhog. Sonic done gone and got himself rabies, girrrrrl!

We have no clear idea of what's going on in the teaser, but this probably has something to do with the "unusual situation" Sonic is faced with in Unleashed and the images of Wolf Sonic we've seen. We're sure to get more information soon, unless Sega's marketing keeps up its new reversal trend and releases the game before they give out any more information.

Gallery: Sonic Unleashed

Tags: sega, sonic, sonic-team, sonic-unleashed

Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 1:06AM

...so the small rings turn sonic into wolf sonic whereas the "normal" sized rings which could fit around one's head only make him faster

WiNG @ Apr 8th 2008 9:37AM

Pretty sure it's not the ring.

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 10:33AM

pretty sure that was sarcasm

Jhongerkong @ Apr 8th 2008 4:12PM

pretty sure I didn't get it

Mabui @ Apr 9th 2008 11:34PM

Cock rings are a bitch.

francisco @ Apr 8th 2008 1:08AM

I was hoping for thriller music...

brandon_r87 : Brawl : 4897-5857-5091 @ Apr 8th 2008 1:11AM

Those were the least convincing growl/pain/transformation sounds I've ever heard. I couldn't even tell which of the three it was supposed to be.

ThornedVenom (Harley Quinn Defense Force) @ Apr 8th 2008 11:52PM

It sounded like growling painful transforming sex to me.

Don't look at me like that, people, some like it rough and wolf-hedgehoggy.

Shignami @ Apr 8th 2008 1:11AM

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 1:12AM

Is just me or the theme Sonic is whistling at the begining sounds a lot like Wiisports?

After watching the trailer several times I just want Sonic to whist Longest Time intro by Billy Joel.Anyway it seems Were-Sonic hates the bling lol.

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 1:17AM

It's not wiisports, but it is very familiar. I'm not sure where, i can't put my finger on it but I know i'll wake up sometime around...4 am when i realize what it is. I feel its either some news or tv sports theme.

DAK @ Apr 8th 2008 1:18AM

It almost sounds like Sonic is singing "When I fall in love" from Sleepless in Seattle

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 1:23AM

Wait I think I got it, I think this is the main theme for Sonic unleashed just as His world was the theme for Sonic 2006.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JhZOfgj7Qc

Not Rick Roll etc etc.I promise.

Extra Bonus link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fbGkxcY7YFU

I don't promise you anything but is not Chocolate rain, rick roll or Bell Air'd yet is disturbing as hell.

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 1:32AM

I don't think that it's the Sonic Unleashed song, I know i've heard it somewhere before.

also, i will continue to call you a diabolical bastard as long as you keep up with these links. You may not be a bastard in the literal dictionary definition but you are a bastard to me.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghJ-RXe5tRA
(i swear to... I swear on ludwig's name that this is not any internet meme you've seen before)

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 1:54AM

Watch the latest soutpark episode.

I have to say that until that southpark episode and the help of some youtube users I ignored the existence of that video. I have seen that guy before but only in gif compilations so basically I just knew who it was but no why he was so famous or should I say infamous?

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 2:00AM

oh i'm aware of the latest south park episode, I haven't literally lolled at a tv show since the original airings of Family guy Season 1, South Park's latest episode featuring several popular internet meme's made me laugh so hard. i think it was mostly because of the tron guy.

But i'll admit, i'm taking this opportunity to shamelessly promote my own youtube video, (i'm the bassist (also this was...over a year ago) )
any fan of journey should check it out
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghJ-RXe5tRA

Shmil (Brawl Code 2621-2310-1994) @ Apr 8th 2008 2:00AM

P.S. @ joystiq crew, if you want to delete comment due to the shameless plug to my own video that's alright by me, and i understand.

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 2:01AM

Shmil well that was good I guess but since is like 1 Am here it wasn't really that funny. I liked more a video called Teen Tips: How to buy alcohol but the people who it make it a private video last week.

I’m going to sleep, here NTAS 20 everyone.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PWQ710sW1Bk

Phoenix @ Apr 8th 2008 4:02AM

Mmm, Angel Island zone...

Shadow El @ Apr 8th 2008 8:56AM

I actually thought it initially sounded like "Ticket to Ride" by The Beatles. >_>

StrangeBum @ Apr 8th 2008 10:12AM

It's Angel Island Zone from Sonic 3 for shiz!

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 11:20AM

No is not angel island.I played Sonic 3 and Knuckles several times I know the theme and it doesn't sounds like that.

Obie @ Apr 8th 2008 1:15AM

Sonic is on probation with me, will see how that turns out but the whole wolf-hog seems a bit cheesy.

Still, it would be nice to see the ol' Sonic make a comeback.

David @ Apr 8th 2008 1:33AM

To be honest, same here.

I'm waiting for the reviews for this one. But it does show promise.

Jacksons @ Apr 8th 2008 1:43AM

Probation is the perfect way to describe it. As much as I'd like to be excited for it, Sonic Team's track record has been awful lately. I'm hopeful, but if it's another stinker I won't be surprised.

Mr.ESC @ Apr 8th 2008 1:55AM

Me too meanwhile Sega should release Sonic CD for the VC or Xbox live and maybe PSN.

iofthestorm @ Apr 8th 2008 1:58AM

You hit the nail right on the head there, probation describes it exactly. After playing Sonic Rush (DS) I'm hopeful for the future of Sonic, but Sonic and the Secret Rings was kind of cool but mostly a pain to play and slightly fun, and I've heard the 360/PS3 Sonic sucked balls. But Sonic Rush is a really excellent game that goes back to the series' roots with a few minor twists for the better, I recommend it to anyone who hates modern Sonic games.

rTwelve @ Apr 8th 2008 2:15AM

A NEW ADVENTURE A\

samfish @ Apr 8th 2008 2:22AM

After watching that, I fear my excitement...is shriveling up like my erection when I see fat, naked gay men having sex.

rTwelve @ Apr 8th 2008 4:01AM

do you have prior experience in that?

Zertoss @ Apr 8th 2008 9:05AM

Someone had a lemonparty.

V1L3 @ Apr 8th 2008 2:31AM

I don't get everyone's fixation on the "werewolf" thing.

We don't even know how those sections are going to play yet.

And yeah, it IS cheesy... but this is a game starring a BLUE HEDGEHOG WHO CAN BREAK THE SOUND BARRIER. I think Sega went over their cheese limit LONG before this.

Also, Super Mario Galaxy = MARIO... IN SPAAAAAAAAACE! Still an awesome game.

BPM [SSBB: 5026 4120 1186] @ Apr 8th 2008 2:32AM

Wolf Sonic needs to be leashed, NOW.

Schmobu @ Apr 8th 2008 3:21AM

Haha what a funny avatar I love it

We need a silver bullet so we can shoot the guys who thought of this.

Muttley @ Apr 12th 2008 4:23AM

My precious...

Madster @ Apr 8th 2008 2:42AM

Eh... so are we getting a "darker, edgier" sonic?

Did the Sonic Team learn anything out of Shadow?
What was the last GOOD Sonic game you played?
Did they actually create a character called "Cream The Rabbit" ?

So many questions.

BPM [SSBB: 5026 4120 1186] @ Apr 8th 2008 3:28AM

1) No.
2) Sonic Rush Adventure, or Sonic and the Secret Rings, whichever came later (but all other console Sonics post-Dreamcast sucked)
3) Yes.

tcc3 @ Apr 8th 2008 9:51AM

I don't understand why Sonic Adventure always gets a pass. None of the 3-d sonics have really worked.

Martez @ Apr 8th 2008 11:30AM

Sonic Adventure gets a pass because the Sonic-based levels were actually fun. It was all the fishing, mech, and emerald-hunting garbage in between that sucked.

Also, not just Sonic Rush but the portable Sonic games on GBA were pretty good, as well. The console Sonics went down the tube, but the whole time he lived on inside handhelds, s'just that nobody noticed.

BPM [SSBB: 5026 4120 1186] @ Apr 8th 2008 3:46PM

The two Adventures are passable, because it was SONICTEAM'S rookie 3D game, much like Super Mario 64 was for Nintendo. Except in retrospect, Nintendo's rookie 3D game LOOKS awful and PLAYS great, whereas SONICTEAM's rookie 3D game LOOKS great and PLAYS awful.

Burnt Meatloaf @ Apr 8th 2008 5:12AM

All they need to do is give Tails the Van Helsing treatment, and I'll buy it for sure.

dave smith @ Apr 8th 2008 7:34AM

Just seeing Sega use the word "Adventure" in the teaser makes me groan. Sweet Jesus Sega, I hope you've caught a clue this time and given us more Sonic, and less Adventure.

ThePremierAssassin @ Apr 8th 2008 9:25AM

Lol I can't to see more...

This game is the last hope for the hedgehog. Otherwise I'll have to ask Sega to let him stick to Brawling...

WiNG @ Apr 8th 2008 10:02AM

From Sega.com (were-Sonic will be a day/night cycle thing apparently, and be combat based):

Having been broken apart by the evil Dr. Eggman, it's up to Sonic to put the pieces of the world back together again by retrieving the power of the chaos emeralds! In doing so, Sonic will find himself in a race against time and faced with an unusual situation that will challenge him in ways never before seen. Both day and night play different, yet important, roles in Sonic's newest quest... as the sun sets, a new adventure awakens. By completing a wide variety of action-packed stages, spanning the seven broken continents of the world, gamers will need to unleash Sonic's amazing abilities to save the world, and himself!

Players will have an opportunity to engage in ways never before done with the Sonic franchise, so in addition to running at high speeds, which will be highlighted in four new speed mechanics, combat fighting now becomes possible. New combat, movement, functional abilities and platforming will be introduced to offer increased depth and variety.

Sonic Unleashed will offer a re-defined experience for fans and newcomers of the franchise alike by combing picturesque & detailed scenery, an expansive world with multiple paths to choose from and dynamic viewpoints for an immersive and renewed gaming atmosphere. Along with seamless 3D to classic 2D camera transitions, the game is built on a powerful, new proprietary "Hedgehog Engine," which introduces impressive lighting abilities and new technology tailor made for Sonic's new speed capabilities. Under development for approximately three years, the Hedgehog Engine will help to produce a visually rich next generation look and feel with elements of classic Sonic gameplay components.