Please consider donating to Simon Thomley's Patreon, because he deserves it: / hcstealth
Sonic Origins is not enjoying a warm reception from the fan community. The removal of the "Michael Jackson" music in Sonic 3 upset some people, while glitches and bugs (such as the infamous Tails jump noise glitch) have bothered others.
We should point out that some people are having a great time with the game, it's a matter of personal taste how much the bugs bother any individual player.
One individual player who is certainly very bothered by the glitches is Simon Thomley, one of the developers who worked on the game. Alongside Christian Whitehead he created the widescreen mobile remakes of Sonics 1, 2, and CD, which are all included in this collection. Along with his team, Headcannon, he also helped create the Sonic 3 & Knuckles remake that is in the game.
Except, Simon Thomley says that the version of the game that his team delivered to SEGA is not quite the same as the version of the game that is in the finished Sonic Origins collection. Thomley blames bugs on a rushed development cycle, and while he's quick to insist that SEGA of America and Takashi Iizuka are not to blame, it does sound like management decisions from on high had an impact on the quality of the final collection.
Personally, we're inclined to believe Thomley, as it's difficult to find a more dedicated and passionate Sonic fan. Sadly, Thomley's had a difficult time since finishing Sonic Mania, and it's a shame to see him so frustrated with a game he clearly put so much work into.
The source for this video (Thomley's tweets) can be seen here: / hcstealth
If you'd like to play another Simon Thomley game (one that SEGA didn't rush out the door), consider trying out Pier Pressure on Steam: store.steampow...
Thank you all, and have a lovely day
Matthew ( / kotorcomics )
22 авг 2024
