Sonic X Shadow Generationsis an impressive remaster, modernizing the 2011 classic while adding an all-new story starring the fandom’s favorite edge lord. But those wanting more can change up their beloved ‘hogs. Here are all the new skins inSonic X Shadow Generationsand how to get them.
There are three new skins you can add inSonic X Shadow Generations. Sadly, you won’t be able to unlock them in the game. For those who want to dash through Green Hill Zone as Sonic in his firstAdventureouting, you’ll have to (ironically) jump through some hoops.
All Sonic X Shadow Generation skins and how to unlock them
You can unlock three new skins forSonic X Shadow Generations, but two have a time limit. If you want to get all the skins for the game, you’ll need to be as quick as the Blue Blur.
Sonic Adventure Legacy Skin
The Sonic Adventure Legacy Skin dresses Modern Sonic in his attire from 1999’sSonic Adventure. His Dreamcast days may be over, but you may continue celebrating them with this awesome skin. To get the Sonic Adventure Legacy Skin, you need topre-orderSonic X Shadow Generationsbefore its launch date of June 30, 2025.
Sonic Jam Legacy Skin
Now, here’s a blast from a niche past. This deep-cut skin reimagines Classic Sonic with his look fromSonic Jam, aSoniccompilation that launched on the Sega Saturn in 1997. The Sonic Jam Legacy Skin becomes yours by subscribing to theby July 05, 2025. You will receive an email with a code for the skin on your chosen platform.
Shadow the Hedgehog – Terios Skin
Here’s a fun piece of Sonic lore. Terios was the prototype look for Shadow the Hedgehog before his debut inSonic Adventure 2in 2001 for the Dreamcast. The concept art looked closer to Sonic than the Shadow we know now, sporting dark fur and a scar over a damaged left eye. Perhaps the angst was dialed up a bit too high, as we ended up with Shadow’s now iconic look instead.
To get the Terios skin, you must purchase theSonic X Shadow GenerationsDigital Deluxe Editionfor your chosen platform. The version is $10 more than the base edition and includes the Terios skin plus a handful of digital extras.
How to equip the new Sonic X Shadow Generations skins
The new skins are not equipped automatically. To equip them, press the button or key next to theDLC option in the game’s main menu— before choosing which campaign to play.
The DLC menu includes three character skin options for Classic Sonic, Modern Sonic, and Shadow. Highlight the character whose skin you want to change, press the Confirm button or key, and press left or right to swap to the new skin. Follow the same directions to swap the skin back to default.
