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  "description": "Ready to dig out your Sega Genesis?",
  "path": "/news/iam8bit-sega-sonic-legacy-cartridge-collection/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-06-23T19:55:35.000Z",
  "site": "https://gamingtrend.com",
  "tags": [
    "Sonic the Hedgehog",
    "Sonic the Hedgehog 2",
    "Sonic's Birthday Livestream"
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  "textContent": "Any _Sonic_ superfans got some spare cash lying around? Then you don't want to miss this way-past-cool deal: Sega and iam8bit are collaborating to re-release _Sonic the Hedgehog_ and _Sonic the Hedgehog 2_ on Sega Genesis! Priced at 99$ each, the _Sonic the Hedgehog Legacy Cartridge Collection_ sells both games separately, with pre-orders currently available on iam8bit's site for Sonic the Hedgehog and Sonic the Hedgehog 2.\n\nRespectively sporting translucent blue and orange cartridges, these _Sonic the Hedgehog_ and _Sonic the Hedgehog 2_ cartridges come packaged with the classic clamshell packaging and full-color instruction booklets with restored artwork and a new foreword. Just like old times!\n\nFurthermore, 1 in 8 cartridges will come infused with so-called \"Chaos Emerald energy\"; in other words, they'll glow just like those mystical gems. Fancy your changes to turn Super Sonic?\n\nDo note that a) Only two cartridges are available per customer, and b) These cartridges are only supported on NTSC consoles; in other words, Sega Genesis/Mega Drives hailing from America and Japan. Sorry, Europe!\n\nThe first wave of cartridges is set to arrive Q3 2026, with the second in Q4 2026 and the third in Q1 2027.\n\nBe sure to watch the Sonic's Birthday Livestream for further announcements! Of course, GamingTrend will keep you updated with the latest _Sonic_ updates.",
  "title": "iam8bit and SEGA release Sonic the Hedgehog Legacy Cartridge Collection",
  "updatedAt": "2026-06-23T21:58:45.223Z"
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