Released as a return to classic 2D gameplay, it serves as a direct sequel to Sonic & Knuckles .

Because "Sonic the Hedgehog Episode 1" can refer to several different parts of the franchise, here is the best content for the three most likely interpretations:

: The premiere of the sixth season focused on the latest franchise news and community interactions.

: You can check for new episodes and community updates on the Sonic the Hedgehog YouTube Channel .