Sonic The Hedgehog rolls onto the iPhone this spring

Sonic the Hedgehog iPhone

Sega has announced that they are officially bringing Sonic the Hedgehog to the iPhone and iPod Touch this Spring 2009. The game will be a port of the Sega Genesis classic that will deliver all the trademark speed and “charming attitude” that gamers have known and loved for decades.

As usual gamers will play as Sonic as they travel through various side-scrolling levels full of spikes and loop-de-loops as they defeat enemies by jumping or rolling into them as collect golden rings. Players will also battle the evil Dr. Robotnik and his robotic enemies. Using the power of the iPhone players will get to experience all the breakneck speed of the Sega Genesis classic and have the ability to use touchpad controls if they like. The game also supports play in the vertical position as well as offers save and resume features for gamers on the go.

“We are absolutely delighted to work with Apple to bring SEGA’s timeless classic, Sonic The Hedgehog to the iPhone,” states Simon Jeffery, President of SEGA of America. “The great reception and success of Super Monkey Ball has demonstrated that the iPhone is a viable gaming console with immense potential. iPhone gamers can expect great products from SEGA and what better way to start the New Year than with Sonic The Hedgehog on the iPhone.”