IDW's acclaimed Sonic the Hedgehog comic series recently celebrated a significant milestone with the release of its 75th issue. This landmark issue, Sonic the Hedgehog #75, showcased the epic conclusion of the battle between Team Sonic and the nefarious Clutch. Following this intense showdown, the narrative shifts gears with the introduction of a new arc ominously titled "Scattered Pieces," which spans issues #76-80.
As issue #76 hits the shelves, IGN is thrilled to offer an exclusive sneak peek at new artwork from the penultimate chapter of this gripping storyline at IGN Fan Fest. Dive into our slideshow gallery below to explore the captivating three covers for Sonic the Hedgehog #79, along with the previously unveiled "Scattered Pieces" covers.
Penned by the series' mainstay, Ian Flynn, Sonic the Hedgehog #79 features stunning interior art and a striking main cover by Adam Bryce Thomas. Additionally, fans can look forward to variant covers crafted by Tyler McGrath and Nathalie Fourdraine.
Here's the official synopsis from IDW for Sonic the Hedgehog #79:
The long-running feud between ace sniper Whisper and sinister assassin Mimic is coming to a climactic showdown!
Only one of these former comrades will walk away! Can Tangle and Silver help turn the tide of battle? Or will Whisper suffer another friend getting caught in the crossfire? It’s a thrilling battle years in the making!
Ian Flynn shared his thoughts on the series' progression with IGN, stating, "IDW’s Sonic the Hedgehog has been going strong for seven years now, and in that time has cultivated a number of storylines, characters, and narrative elements it can call its own. A lot of those all came to a head in Evan Stanley’s latest arc. Reaching a story’s climax is always fun, but I’m also just as eager to explore the follow-up. There will be a lot of fans asking 'What happens next?' My arc gets to answer that, bring a few conclusions of my own, and set the stage for Evan’s next major arc with the series."
Sonic the Hedgehog #76 is now available in stores, with issue #77 slated for release on March 19. Secure your copy of the upcoming issue by preordering at your local comic shop (click here to find your nearest location).
In addition to the excitement surrounding Sonic, IGN Fan Fest 2025 also provided an early glimpse into IDW's new Godzilla shared universe, promising more thrilling adventures for fans of monster-filled action.