As a lifelong fan of Sonic and all things Sega, I must say that watching the trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was like a trip down memory lane. The easter eggs and game references sprinkled throughout were pure nostalgia gold!
The iconic movie studio, Paramount Pictures, has unveiled the first official teaser for “Sonic the Hedgehog 3”. This sneak peek offers a glimpse into the movie’s storyline. Moreover, it provides a comprehensive view of Keanu Reeves’ character, Shadow the Hedgehog, hinting at his challenging role as a formidable adversary for Sonic and his team. The plot seems to put Sonic in a tight spot where he even forms an unlikely alliance with his arch-nemesis, Dr. Robotnik, to counteract Shadow. Notably, the “Sonic 3 trailer” includes some subtle “easter eggs” and references from the game that might elude some viewers.
Below, you’ll find a rundown of the significant Easter eggs and game references spotted in the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer.
List of major easter eggs spotted in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer
In the trailer, there were some significant Easter eggs and gaming references that keen-eyed fans might have overlooked. Here’s one way to rephrase it:
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 adapting Sonic Adventure 2
As a gamer, I just caught a glimpse of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer and it’s packed with some intriguing flashbacks about Shadow’s past. One scene shows Shadow and Dr. Gerald Robotnik, Eggman’s grandpa, in deep sorrow over what seems to be Maria, Dr. Robotnik’s granddaughter, who they were both close to, presumably losing her.
It seems that the new Sonic threequel is drawing inspiration from the storyline of Sonic Adventure 2, a video game where Gerald played a significant role in flashbacks. In this game, he was portrayed as being imprisoned and ultimately executed for his wrongdoings. Additionally, Sonic Adventure 2 contains flashbacks depicting Maria’s death at the hands of a G.U.N. operation and her past connection with Shadow before she met her end.
Instead, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 seems to alter things slightly by having Grandpa Gerald Robotnik alive and not imprisoned in the current timeline. This enables him to encounter his grandson, Eggman. It’s intriguing to imagine how this dynamic unfolds in the movie given that Jim Carrey is portraying both characters.
Chaos from Sonic Adventures 1
At exactly two minutes and twenty-eight seconds, Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles arrive at a restaurant boasting a display of Chao Gardens. This exhibit showcases mechanical versions of Chao, along with their eggs. For those who may not know, the Chaos and their eggs were initially introduced in the video game “Sonic Adventures”.
109 Shibuya building
Approximately at the one-minute ten-second point in the trailer, observant viewers might catch a glimpse of a logo for 109 Shibuya. This is a department store situated in Tokyo, managed by SHIBUYA109 Entertainment Corporation, a subsidiary of Tokyo Group.
A reference to the Shadow the Hedgehog game intro
In the trailer for Sonic: Shadows and the Empire Part 3, viewers catch glimpses of Shadow battling G.U.N troops, which appears reminiscent of a quick scene in the opening sequence of the game, Sonic: Shadows and the Empire, where Shadow is shown defeating various monsters in a similar manner.
Crab machine from the Sonic video games
At 1 minute and 41 seconds into the Sonic 3 trailer, viewers catch sight of a sleek silver robot. Upon careful examination, it appears to be similar in design to Eggman’s crab-like machine from the Sonic game series.
Akira slide
In the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 trailer at around the 2 minute and 32 second mark, Shadows is seen executing a bicycle slide reminiscent of the memorable bike slide scene from Katsuhiro Otomo’s acclaimed 1988 anime film Akira.
A Vegeta Dragon Ball Z move
Approximately 1 minute and 17 seconds into the trailer, Shadow seizes Knuckles’ fist and executes a high-kick maneuver that sends him soaring aloft. This move is strikingly reminiscent of the one Super Saiyan Vegeta executed on Cell during their battles, a fact that Dragon Ball Z enthusiasts will undoubtedly recognize. (paraphrased by me)
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2024-08-28 15:40