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Sonic the Hedgehog boss on how the series keeps up to speed


The video game icon has been taking shots at an old rival, but the real competition comes from newer games.

Fans stick with titles such as Fortnite, Roblox and Call of Duty - so-called "live service" games that offer a revolving, ever-updating selection of content - for months if not years on end. With CrossWorlds, there are plans to add a revolving cast of characters and offer players a "season pass" add-on to access certain extras - a feature seen in many online titles. It's currently developing new entries in long-dormant series such as arcade racer Crazy Taxi, hack-and-slash battler Golden Axe and the inline-skating-themed Jet Set Radio.

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