Sonic has done it again. With a $71 million debut at the domestic box office, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 has set a new record for the US film debut of a video game adaptation, beating out the previous high watermark set by its predecessor in 2020. The first movie in what now Paramount plans to expand into a cinematic universe made $57 million during its opening weekend. Before the pandemic shut down theaters throughout the US and other parts of the world, the first Sonic film went on to gross $319 million globally. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is currently on track to beat those earnings having grossed approximately $141 million globally.

In celebration of Sega's 60th year, a beloved sequel from the glory days of the Sega Genesis is now free to play on Steam. "Sonic the Hedgehog 2," first released in 1992 as a sequel to the first appearance of the furry, blue hedgehog, is free on Steam until Oct. 19. This classic had most of the elements from the previous game with one crucial addition, namely Tails, the twin-tailed fox who serves as Sonic's sidekick. Since Tails' debut, he has appeared in several more video games and comics, as well as on Sonic's adventures as an animated character. Miles "Tails" Prower is Sonic's most trusted ally and best friend, a sweet-natured and humble fox who Sonic relies on in his battles against Dr. Robotnik.