Summary
Sega revealed the updated sales numbers forSonic X Shadow Generations, with the game managing to sell 1.5 million units a month after its release.Sonic X Shadow Generationsselling over a million units isn’t too surprising, considering how it was one of the most anticipated releases forSonic the Hedgehogfans in 2024. While it includes a remaster of 2011’sSonic Generations, there is also a campaign starring Shadow the Hedgehog, where he faces off against Black Doom and other enemies from his past. Shadow being the protagonist of his own journey adjacent toSonic Generationsgave the remaster a lot of attention it otherwise likely wouldn’t have gotten.
This success was reflected in howSonic X Shadow Generationswas a massive hit on launch day, not only in terms of critical reception, but also its sales. Following its three-day early access period, Sega revealed thatSonic X Shadow Generationshad already managed to sell 1 million copies on the day of its release. This is a major sales milestone, as it makesSonic X Shadow Generationsone of the fastest-selling games in the franchise, even surpassing the likes ofSonic Frontiers. Sega recently revealed an updated figure of the game’s sales a month after its initial launch.
In a recent post from the official Sega Southeast Asia (SEA) Facebook page, the account revealed thatSonic X Shadow Generationshas sold over 1.5 million units to date across the Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, and Xbox consoles. For reference,the originalSonic Generationsmanaged to sell 1.85 million copies by the end of May 2012, which means that the remaster is already encroaching upon the original’s lifetime sales within the span of a month.
Sonic X Shadow Generations Has Sold 1.5 Million Units a Month After Launch
Currently,Sonic Frontiersholds the title of best-selling 3DSonicgame, which sold 3.5 million units by the end of April 2023. Even other critically acclaimed Sonic games likeSonic Colorsand the originalSonic Generationsdidn’t get close to those numbers.Sonic Heroespreviously held the milestone title, having managed to sell 3.41 million copies by the end of 2007. As such,Sonic X Shadow Generationscould likely be the next best-selling and critically acclaimed 3DSonicgame.
Sega SEA noted that the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation versions ofSonic X Shadow Generationsare currently on sale for Black Friday, being 40% off of their normal price, with other major titles likeShin Megami Tensei V: VengeanceandMetaphor: ReFantazioseeing a similar price cut. Fans can get the normally $50 game for $30 during Black Friday, which is a major steal forSonic X Shadow Generations, considering that it just released only a month ago. Historically, sales ofSonicgames do increase substantially during the holiday season, so this sale will likely be for its benefit.
Sonic X Shadow Generations
WHERE TO PLAY
THE RETURN OF SHADOWIn this new standalone campaign, Shadow’s nemesis, Black Doom, has reemerged and threatens to take over the world once again. Shadow must journey into his past, confront his painful memories, and unlock new dark powers to save the world.
SHADOW EVOLVEDHarness Shadow’s new Doom Powers to battle hordes of enemies and tackle platforming challenges like never before. Surf on water, fly over obstacles, and stop time with the return of Chaos Control!A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME AND DIMENSIONSExperience the ultimate showdown between Shadow and Black Doom in a new boss battle that will test your skills and reflexes. Use all of Shadow’s abilities to defeat Black Doom and save the world!EXPLORE THE NEW WHITE SPACEStretch your legs in an all-new hub world inspired by the open-zone gameplay of Sonic Frontiers. As Shadow gains new powers, he can explore further and uncover the secrets hidden throughout!
