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Sonic the Hedgehog: IDW Charts a Dramatic New Future for the Series – IGN Fan Fest 2025

Author : Mia Apr 05,2025

IDW's acclaimed Sonic the Hedgehog comic series recently celebrated a significant milestone with the release of its 75th issue. This landmark edition, Sonic the Hedgehog #75, showcased the epic final confrontation between Team Sonic and the nefarious villain Clutch. The aftermath of this battle sets the stage for a gripping new storyline titled "Scattered Pieces," which will unfold across issues #76 through #80. With Sonic the Hedgehog #76 now available in stores, IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive sneak peek at new artwork from the penultimate chapter of this thrilling arc during IGN Fan Fest. Dive into the slideshow gallery below to explore the three captivating covers for Sonic the Hedgehog #79, alongside the previously unveiled "Scattered Pieces" covers.

The "Scattered Pieces" saga is penned by the series' mainstay writer, Ian Flynn. Sonic the Hedgehog #79 boasts interior art and a main cover by Adam Bryce Thomas, complemented by variant covers crafted by Tyler Mcgrath and Nathalie Fourdraine.

Here's the official synopsis from IDW for Sonic the Hedgehog #79:

The long-running feud between ace sniper Whisper and sinister assassin Mimic is coming to a climactic showdown!

Only one of these former comrades will walk away! Can Tangle and Silver help turn the tide of battle? Or will Whisper suffer another friend getting caught in the crossfire? It’s a thrilling battle years in the making!

Ian Flynn shared his insights with IGN, stating, "IDW’s Sonic the Hedgehog has been going strong for seven years now, and in that time has cultivated a number of storylines, characters, and narrative elements it can call its own. A lot of those all came to a head in Evan Stanley’s latest arc. Reaching a story’s climax is always fun, but I’m also just as eager to explore the follow-up. There will be a lot of fans asking 'What happens next?' My arc gets to answer that, bring a few conclusions of my own, and set the stage for Evan’s next major arc with the series."

Sonic the Hedgehog #76 is currently available in stores, with issue #77 slated for release on March 19. Secure your copy of the upcoming issue by preordering at your local comic shop (click here to find your local shop).

As part of IGN Fan Fest 2025, we also provided an early glimpse into IDW's exciting new Godzilla shared universe.

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