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While I'm sure deep down everyone knew this would happen, what might perk a few eye brows is that sonic 4 is part of an episodic downloadble series that sonic team plans on continuing, much like with sonic3/sonic & Knuckles. Does that mean that the game will put a heavy emphasis on story? That is up for interpretation.

Still, despite going with the modern character model for sonic, the game truly does look to return to it's roots. As quoted by Sega associate brand manager Ken Balough: "I think one aspect to keep in mind is this game is truly a labor of love. A lot of us grew up on the Sega Genesis console; in fact, I remember vividly the first day I got mine with Revenge of Shinobi and Moonwalker. Ever since Sonic & Knuckles, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 has been a game classic Sega fans have always wanted to see. It was the right people, at the right time, getting together and finally making this game we've all wanted to see."

And hopefully it will. For more info and a teaser trailer check out gamespot's interview with Ken Balough

 and the Sega of America blog for further updates!