Sonic the Hedgehog: IDW Charts a Dramatic New Future for the Series – IGN Fan Fest 2025

IDW's enduring Sonic the Hedgehog comic series recently celebrated a significant achievement with the release of its 75th issue. Sonic the Hedgehog #75 depicted the final confrontation between Team Sonic and the antagonist Clutch, setting the stage for the suspenseful follow-up arc, "Scattered Pieces."

"Scattered Pieces," spanning issues #76-80, continues the saga. IGN exclusively unveils new artwork from the penultimate chapter, Sonic the Hedgehog #79, as part of IGN Fan Fest. The slideshow below showcases three distinct covers for #79, alongside previously released "Scattered Pieces" cover art.

Sonic the Hedgehog #79, written by series veteran Ian Flynn, features interior art and the main cover by Adam Bryce Thomas, with variant covers by Tyler Mcgrath and Nathalie Fourdraine.

IDW's official synopsis for Sonic the Hedgehog #79:

The long-standing rivalry between sharpshooter Whisper and stealth assassin Mimic culminates in a dramatic showdown! Only one will emerge victorious. Can Tangle and Silver alter the course of the battle? Or will Whisper witness another friend caught in the crossfire? This thrilling conflict has been years in the making!

Flynn shared with IGN, "IDW's Sonic the Hedgehog has thrived for seven years, developing unique storylines, characters, and narrative elements. Many of these converged in Evan Stanley's recent arc. Reaching a climax is always rewarding, but I'm equally excited to explore the aftermath. Many fans will be asking 'What's next?' My arc provides answers, offers some resolutions of my own, and sets the stage for Evan's next major arc in the series."

Sonic the Hedgehog #76 is available now, with #77 launching March 19th. Pre-orders are available at your local comic book store (find a store near you here).

Further highlights from IGN Fan Fest 2025 include an early preview of IDW's new Godzilla shared universe.