But MadWorld Writers May be Part of Process
There’s a tasty tidbit included in IGN’s preview for Sonic Colors, and those hoping to jump right into gameplay a la Sonic the Hedgehog 4 may be a touch disappointed.
That’s because there will be a story component within the game, according to writer Arthur Gies. Sonic storylines of late have been a touch hokey, but if you’re automatically tossing Sonic Colors in the same realm as SBK or Sonic Unleashed from this news, Gies offers an interesting footnote to the lead:
While I didn’t get to see any story aspects of Sonic Colors, Izuka and US producer Patrick Reilly mentioned that American writers (whose previous credits include Madworld — yes, that Madworld) have been hired to create a story for the game that both adults and kids can get into.
To be clear…writers from one of the most violent titles on Nintendo Wii today will be help develop the storyline for what will be one of the most nonviolent, family friendly titles we’re likely to see on either Wii or DS this year. The result is to be determined. We’ll continue to bring you developments through the rest of week, as the Electronic Entertainment Expo enters its final hours today.
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Hmm Well from any case I guess Sega is going to use the same cutscenes they had like in Sonic Unleashed.
Too bad they can’t still refuse to find new actors. 4kids is barely alive it’s time to find a better cast than a C level dubbing group.
^ This.
Besides, I understand that the original Eggman/Robotnik voice actor died, but they didn’t have to fire the WHOLE oringal cast just to use Mike Pollock for doctor’s new voice.
typo fix: *original*
The writers of Madworld are doing a game like Sonic colors?
IRONAY ON EPIC SCALES!!
HAHA! That just…I don’t know. XD I find it funny. XD
No problem with that – they’re writers, they can reach into any realm of fiction.
Now we know Sega has flipped.
Hey this is good. Maybe we won’t get Perfect Chaos rehash for once and an actual original final battle.
Or at least one that’s not just Super Sonic vs some monster. Hell so far I haven’t even seen Chaos Emeralds involved in this game. If they aren’t, great.
Sonic’s going to chainsaw some Wisps.
BEST NEWS EVER.
Besides, I understand that the original Eggman/Robotnik voice actor died, but they didn’t have to fire the WHOLE oringal cast just to use Mike Pollock for doctor’s new voice.
A note, since most people don’t seem to know this: the plan to replace Ryan Drummond and friends with the 4Kids voice actors was underway well before Deem Bristow died. I’m always surprised so many people think his death caused the change.
@ Unknownlight
Most Sonic fans are quick to judge and never believe anything but what they think is true, that’s why they never know these things!
If the storyline is intuitive, I would but still I’m skeptical about this game.
@Unknownlight: Thanks for that bit of information. I forgot that they were replacements in the first place.
Game has instantly been redeemed.
@ Unknownlight
That bit of information came from Mike Pollock, he is a good actor and all, but he could be lying too.
The same writers that made that lil’ snide remark towards him? …smells like irony! Or backtracking, whichever comes first.
Sonic storylines tend to be, either you love ‘em or loathe ‘em. Has been that way since forever, really. However, they still succeed in supplementing a world that the fans can get into.
I’ve heard good things about the Madworld writing, and having people committed to a true ALL AGES storyline will be cool. I have to admit that Eggman’s P.A. announcements in the Resort level sort of reminded me of the way Madworld has the color commentary. Now get me a Greg Proops cameo in this game, and we’re cool.
…I can easily settle for Ryan Stiles or Colin Mochrie. XD
THAT is freaking hilarious! XD
Also I liked Black Knight’s and Unleashed’s story, but to each their own.
And this, my haters, is why I’m buying Sonic Colours.
Hmmm…… In-game commentary confirmed? :O
(kidding, but that’d be awesome)
“Another extra life for Sonic!”
“Ya know, why don’t these guys ever pick up these lives and power-ups?”
“I know! It’s like only Sonic can see them!….”
can someone clear this for me, is the game being renamed Sonic Colours in Europe or are ppl just auto-correcting cause they feel it’s a typo
I’m not trying to be insulting, i’m seriously just curious =O
@KeigoNiwa: It’s “Colors” in America, “Colours” in Europe.
I have no idea why people still have trouble grasping this simple concept.
@Kits’Okami
I’m don’t have trouble understanding it, i just never saw any confirmation of it being called “Sonic Colours” in Europe, which is why i asked >.>
I’m surprised that Gies is more interested in Colors than Sonic 4 , in fact, we all should be because we know what Sonic 4 would be.
Oh, I am going to love this. I am DEFINITELY going to get this game now. : )
So let me get this straight …
The game is for children but it`s being written by the dudes who worked on Madworld1s story ?
The f*ck ? It`s like seeing Mario getting a Shadow the Hedgehog typed game
I hope theres no EXTREME violence in Sonic Colors!
The game is “directed” towards kids and adults of all ages!
One mistake and its another Sonic Cycle again!