Sega Reveal Sonic 4: Episode 1 For WiiWare

Sega have finally come clean as to what their latest project is, codenamed ‘Project Needlemouse’ and it’s ‘Sonic 4: Episode 1′ for download in summer on WiiWare, PSN and Xbox Live.

Many fans will be pleased to know that Sonic has gone back to his roots as Sonic 4 is a 2D platformer with set in 3D landscapes with levels reminiscent of old school Sonic adventures.

Gamespot caught up with Sega brand manager Ken Balough, who had this to say:

“I think one aspect to keep in mind is this game is truly a labor of love. A lot of us grew up on the Sega Genesis console; in fact, I remember vividly the first day I got mine with Revenge of Shinobi and Moonwalker. Ever since Sonic & Knuckles, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 has been a game classic Sega fans have always wanted to see. It was the right people, at the right time, getting together and finally making this game we’ve all wanted to see.

While the game is a brand-new adventure, it will definitely pick up after Sonic & Knuckles. However, what you are looking at is the beginning of a new story arc.”