The way past cool mascot of Sega finally gets the first footage of his film sequel teased, as the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie trailer speeds into The Game Awards! This new trailer presents the returns of Sonic and Dr, Eggman, as well as the debuts of Tails and Knuckles!

Here’s the trailer to the highly anticipated sequel!

Accompanying the trailer is an official synopsis for the sequel released by Paramount Pictures, which you read in its entirety below.

The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

If you missed out on seeing the first official poster for Sonic The Hedgehog 2 which features Sonic riding Tails’ plane and Dr. Eggman trailing behind them, you can check that out here!

Sonic The Hedgehog 2 will be released in theaters on April 8, 2022!