Remember how horrible Sonic looked in the first iteration of 2020's Sonic the Hedgehog? Well, thanks to some leaked images from the Sonic 2 set, we're happy to report that it seems we're avoiding similar cursed aesthetics in Sonic the Hedgehog 2. More importantly? Knuckles is along for the ride.
We've known since February that Tails would be joining our favorite hedgehog for his movie's sequel, but people are now celebrating that Knuckles the Echidna will be along for the ride as well. Sonic's rival has been a fan favorite since the character's debut in 1994, and has also become a meme in his own right. Remember Ugandan Knuckles? Leaked photos reveal that Knuckles will be looking much, much better than the VR chat avatar, and much, much better than the cursed Sonic we've tried to erase from our collective memory. You can see the photos - and some thrilled reactions below. But don't get too excited. The movie won't be in theaters until April 8, 2022. They've got plenty of time to screw this up.
Here's a look at the #SonicMovie2 filming at Fort Langley today. Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles props were seen; Marsden and Sumpter present as well. #SonicNews pic.twitter.com/YlrsNZlvVy
— TailsChannel@mastodon.social (@TailsChannel) April 20, 2021
More images can be seen here:https://t.co/5hVIiEkkvQ
— TailsChannel@mastodon.social (@TailsChannel) April 21, 2021
Leaked pic of Knuckles on the set of Sonic 2 movie. Honestly this is cool as heck! First film was really fun and I'm glad they are bringing in more Sega characters for the sequel. pic.twitter.com/Nh8CZ7DnHJ
— DreamcastGuy (@DreamcastGuy) April 21, 2021
Sonic hot take: this is the best Knuckles in the entire series pic.twitter.com/uv7mt3OvVu
— ✪ daniel barnes ✪ (@Danny8bit) April 21, 2021
knuckles appearing means this movie is no longer sonic the hedgehog 2
— TAHK0 ☕️ (@TAHK0) April 21, 2021
It’s now officially sonic the hedgehog 2 & knuckles https://t.co/LJewVT6mTK
IM FREAKING OUT KNUCKLES LOOKS SO GOOD pic.twitter.com/TGkmSUqqUt
— Sauce (@daregularsauce) April 20, 2021
Dude, Knuckles is JACKED. HOLY- pic.twitter.com/lH8S3d6CDp
— Cy (@Cybrid101) April 20, 2021
The Sonic movie really went from ruining the design of Sonic to absolutely NAILING the design of Knuckles.
— Connor Thompson (@Connor_Gaming00) April 21, 2021
This turnaround will never cease to fascinate me. pic.twitter.com/LCHn46imQc
Insider sources from the Sonic 2 film production crew have informed me that Knuckles’ iconic theme,“Unknown from M.E”, will be receiving a remix featuring the DaBaby. pic.twitter.com/OhrGFrBldB
— Ultima | #вʟм (@UltimaShadowX) April 21, 2021
This new Knuckles is good. Maybe one of the best Knuckles. Don't @ me
— Matt Braly (@Radrappy) April 21, 2021
Look at my boi Knuckles looking ripped on this Sonic The Hedgehog 2 movie set!
— JOLLY J✨ (@DynamoSuperX) April 21, 2021
It looks like Boom design without them extra ass bandages! LET'S GOOOO!!! pic.twitter.com/HiwTfK8Nj8
Knuckles is Trending in the United States right now! The power this man holds. 😂 pic.twitter.com/zpehElUUCY
— SpeedSuperSonic (@RicFromSSS) April 21, 2021