Sonic’s comic is still running, and looking better than ever

Sonic's Archie Comics series made its debut in 1992, and has continued strong ever since, even spawning multiple spin-offs and a pair of cross-overs with Mega Man. The Sonic the Hedgehog comics not only hold the Guiness World Record for longest running comic series based on a video game, but in September 2015 it became the longest franchise based comic book series ever.

Say what you want about the Blue Blur's games, but his comics have been a huge success story. Some of those story lines are pretty damn memorable too. I haven't touched a comic in decades, but I still remember when Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles all used the power of chaos emeralds to fight Mammoth Mogul. That was the coolest shit in the world as a child.

Archie Comics' upcoming one-shot, Sonic: Mega Drive, will be part of Sonic's 25th Anniversary celebration, and bring Sonic back to his 16-bit roots. Just check out the cover art and solicitation courtesy of Comic Book Resources:

"Sonic spins into a brand new, Classic-styled, SUPER SPECIAL one-shot “Mega Drive”! Join Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Amy Rose on a brand new adventure—set after the fall of the Death Egg! The nefarious Dr. Eggman is trying to build a new engine of destruction: the MEGADRIVE, and it’s up to Sonic and his whole crew to stop the mad doctor and save the day! Join Sonic and his friends in this special commemorative issue celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Blue Blur!"

• Script: Ian Flynn
• Art: Tyson Hesse, Jack Morelli and Matt Herms
• Cover by Tyson Hesse
• On Sale Date: 7/6
• 32-page, full color comic
• $3.99 U.S.

Do you think this is just a nice throw-back to Sonic's better days, or is this a hint at classic Sonic's return to the limelight for his 25th Anniversary? How cool is that freakin' cover? Sound off in the Comments section below.