It’s an age old battle and one which divides generations, ruins relationships and destroys friendship. I am of course referring the probably the longest standing battle in video games, who’s better? Sonic or Mario?
In an interview, SEGA Sound Team lead composer Tomoya Ohtani revealed that Sonic’s global music success didn’t come from chasing trends overseas.
I think this is how Japanese devs need to think. Catering to the west is a terrible idea. I personally, seek out Japanese developed games because they bring a unique experience to gaming. They just stand out more that way.
What do you mean when you say this is how they 'need to think'. I understand the idea of wanting to do them without worrying about Western sensibilities but I also think a Japanese dev can do whatever the hell they want. They don't have to 'think' the way some westerner in a forum says they have to think. You think you are giving someone a compliment but you are really being weird. Its not about who you are but what you do. Last year's GOTY was a western studio that made a JRPG. You didn't see any Japanese people claim that a studio in a Western company had to think a certain way. And yes, I do understand thats not what you were saying but I think we should always challenge our own viewpoints. Personally I have love the unique experiences that devs in Japan bring and I agree they don't need to cater to Western sensibilities. I only take issue with you saying how they need to think. Thats dangerous.
What he’s referring to is when a company like Atlus does a game and one of the characters per se ; call one of the other kids a retard , they shouldn’t have to censor the final product because of snowflakes all the way in America that are constantly ranting on twitter . None of these folks are real fans and only look for stuff to cry about . If you start pandering too much they end up taking more than a leg and an arm . Japanese humour is so funny but I hate when it’s censored because of “ western sensibilities “
Everyone understood the meaning behind the message but you. “I think” you need to go to the mirror, look yourself in the eyes call yourself an idiot sandwich.
The sonic music is iconic the mega drive games were some of the best on the system but i wouldn't say they were free of western influence especially since 3 was composed in part by Michael Jackson
But honestly most of the crush 40 soundtrack music lives in my head rent free
Uhhh that's a strange thing for him to say. Even in the interview he admits to listening to a lot of western music.
I think its strange that the topic of Western catering comes up with Sonic at all. Sometimes things just are what they are.
"Today, Sonic the Hedgehog, one of the most iconic and beloved brands in the industry, is thrilled to announce its 35th anniversary this year." - SEGA.
In June, Sonic the Hedgehog will be 35 years old.
Sonic the Hedgehog was one of my first game that got me into playing video games. First game, first console- Sega Mega drive (genesis)
Happy 35th anniversary Sonic
On June 21st if I'm not wrong. I'm glad to hear it =) My first console was the SEGA Master System, and yes, Indeed.
But Sonic hit the ropes after Sonic Adventure 2 on Dreamcast, Sonic Racing was a bit of a comeback, but it never really recovered. Sonic Frontiers and Superstars were decent, Adventure 3 is way overdue. I was there in 1991 when the first game launched on the Mega Drive. SEGA keeps throwing out boring collections, it's time to move on with new collections.
But his movies have done well, despite all odds. I'd even say they are better than the first animated Mario movie.
I've been down with the first three Sonic games, as for the rest, I don't know all that much about them. I agree with what you said about new collections though.
Also pretty close to the date when Donkey Kong came out July 9, 1981, first game with Mario, who will be 45 this year. 🎂
This is a weird one I'm looking forward to this been a fan since the mega drive despite losing interest in the franchise for a very long time I only got back in with mania
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. will continue producing Sonic the Hedgehog branded toys over the next four years.
Mario is clearly better than Sonic.
You mean the same Sonic that's currently sleeping on Mario's couch?
I am a Nintendo fanboy until my last breath, but we settled this one about a decade ago. The bottom line is that the Super Mario franchise was strong enough to carry Nintendo through their "hard times/ F* ups*. Sonic couldn't do the same for Sega.
no one is better than the italian plumber who was made by japanese guys who could speak english and looks like a mexican.
Mario > Sonic. Fact.
One of them made a smooth transition from 2D to 3D and back again, while the other...not so much.