Summary
A notable leaker has revealed a title known asSonic Rumble, a multiplayer battle royaleSonic the Hedgehogspin-off for mobile devices.Sonic Rumblewas first leaked by MbKKssTBhz5, or Midori, who has had an accurate track record throughout 2023 and 2024 regarding many unannounced Sega-produced titles. The upcomingSonic Rumbleis one of those games she had leaked previously, including what was the game’s working title.
Midori originally leaked the game asSonic Toys Partyback in January. She stated thisSonicspin-off would be similar toFall Guys, including its platforming mechanics and customization elements. It would also support up to 32 players in one match and would be released for iOS and Android devices. The reason it is releasing for these platforms is to increase its focus on mobile gaming, as seen with previous efforts likeSonic Dream TeamandPersona 5: The Phantom X. While early leaked footage said the game was at one point titledSonic Toys Party,Sonic Rumblewill be the final name of this upcoming spin-off, according to Midori.
In a new series of tweets posted by Midori, she first simply posted “Sonic Rumble,” following that up by noting that it would be the final title for theSonicmobile game that is similar toFall Guys. This final title seems to be cemented with a thread she posted a few hours later regarding a new URL domain that was registered by Sega on April 18. According to Midori,Sonic Rumblewas one of many titles that were considered for the game before deciding on its final title.
Sonic Toys Party Is Now Sonic Rumble
Sonic Rumble’s gameplay was leakedearlier this past March, which showed off the game’s customization and platforming elements. Sonic Rumble’s gameplay does bear resemblance to Mediatonic’sFall Guys, with players being tasked with running through various obstacle courses or surviving a boss in order to obtain rings, which are then spent on obtaining costume parts. Stages include areas based on classic levels in the series, like Green Hill and Chemical Plant Zone, while the costumes are modeled after characters like Sonic the Hedgehog, Dr. Eggman, and even Vector the Crocodile, among many others.
The reaction to the new title was contentious. Some fans wanted this new title to be for a different game, with some hoping that it was for a new fighting game starring theSoniccast, based on the “Rumble” part of the title. Other fans were concerned about Sega’s focus on mobile gaming, which was alreadya divisive decision for games likeSonic Dream Team, despite its acclaim from fans. While Midori has been an incredibly reliable leaker, fans should still wait until Sega announces more information about the game at a future event like Sonic Central 2024.
Sonic the Hedgehog
Sonic the Hedgehog is a prolific game franchise that started life on the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Covering both 2D and 3D iterations through the generations, Sonic is known for speedy movements and interesting platforming mechanics.
