How Sega killed Sonic the Hedgehog

Developed in relative secrecy over the last few years, "The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog," available for free, turned out to be more than a clever, joke-ready title.
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'Paint' already made Bob Ross fans mad. For his brand, it's a happy little accident Click to view images

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Review: Ben Affleck's entertaining Michael Jordan-Nike drama is more than hot 'Air' Click to view images

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