Sonic fans discuss whether Year of the Shadow was a success or not.

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In the next few days, the “Year of the Shadow” will officially end.
The year-long celebration in honor of the temperamental hedgehog has brought fans games, anime, merchandise, and live-action releases.
Taking to Reddit, Sonic fans discussed whether or not the campaign was successful in reviving the character.

There were only nine short days. That separates us from 2024 and 2025. And when the calendar flips to 2025, it won't just be a new year. No, it will also mark the end of “Year of the Shadow,” Sega's year-long celebration of the temperamental hedgehog.

It's been a big year for Shadow fans as they get to play the newest game in Sonic x Shadow Generations, complete with Shadow's solo adventure. There was also Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which brought the character to live-action. He is voiced by none other than Keanu Reeves. Speaking of Reeves, he also voices the DLC pack for the game. Although it was not well received.

Elsewhere, there are tours that include a 1:1 motorcycle based on Shadow's iconic ride, the anime retelling of Shadow's origins, and LEGO sets, among other additional things. In other words, Sega went out of their way to celebrate Shadow.

But was it a success in the eyes of Sonic fans? Taking to Reddit, fans near and far shared their stories. Hint: It's a boom.

Shadow looks annoying in the sonic x shadow version.

Shadow Generations is so good that it's starting to annoy me.

Why aren't half of the Sonic games up to the standards of Shadow's half?

Let every year be a year of shadows.

“It's been a really good year. that there is a fitting tribute to this character,” one user wrote in part. “From what we've been told, it's clear that Shadow is getting a much-needed revitalization to his character that hasn't been seen since 2006.” Indeed, after being in the shadows, Shadow has been given a proper spotlight. Along with the release of games, anime, and live action.

“I think it's great that Sega is finally acknowledging how popular Shadow is with fans,” another said. “Everything he's appeared in throughout the year has been a huge hit, I hope. that Shadow will be returning to his own solo game soon.”

Unfortunately, the only thing missing from that celebration was a true standalone game. Even a retrospective Shadow the Hedgehog remaster would suffice among fans.

Still, not all fans will be happy forever. It has been suggested that the same level of effort should be put into other characters in the world of Sonic. “Actually, Year of Good thing to do regularly,” the user offered in response. “Make other characters stand out Instead of just Sonic, Tails, and sometimes Knuckles or Amy.”

No matter how you look at things, Shadow is no longer in Sonic's shadow and has completely become his own shadow. Now it was up to Sega to capitalize on the new craze and strike while the iron was still hot.