That book was intended to be the third and final entry in a trilogy of one-shots that build on the events of the Sonic & Knuckles video game. This split also leaves the unpublished Sonic Mega Drive: Overdrive #1 in limbo.

Sonic was also notably absent from Archie's Free Comic Book Day fare this year. The ongoing Sonic the Hedgehog series ended with December's issue #290, while issues #291 through 293 were solicited and canceled. The exact reason for this decision is unclear, though there have been signs for months that the relationship between Archie and Sega was winding down.

SEGA looks forward to providing more information soon. SEGA would like to thank Sonic's amazing fans for their loyalty and passion over all the years. This does not mark the end of Sonic in comics, but signifies SEGA of America's decision to take a different direction for the series that will be announced at a later date. YES NO Sega's full statement reads: After 24 years of memorable storytelling, SEGA of America will conclude their Sonic the Hedgehog publishing partnership program with Archie Comics.