Famed actor Sonic X Shadow Generations, but there's a catch. During a new trailer showcased during the September State of Play, fans saw their first look at the Reeves-voiced hedgehog in scenes from the video game, but not every player will be able to experience this.

Confirmed during State of Play, only players who purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition will be granted access to the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack DLC, which includes a unique level inspired by the movie where players will get to play as Shadow, voiced by Reeves. As Reeves s the Sonic franchise when the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie releases, players will get a sneak peek at his debut when the DLC drops on Dec 12.

This title is the second-ever in the Sonic franchise to feature Shadow as a playable protagonist - and is the first time Reeves appears in the Sonic franchise. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 releases in theaters on Dec. 20, a little over a week after the exclusive movie-inspired level hits the video game.

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A New Twist On The Classic Game

The release of the game keeps the release of the third Sonic movie in mind. Takashi Iizuka confirmed to Screen Rant during Gamescom earlier this year that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will heavily feature Shadow, which inspired the direction of this game.

"We wanted to make this really the year of Shadow and not only in the movies have a good spotlight put on Shadow, but in the games as well. We wanted to portray Shadow as the cool character that he is and really give him another vehicle for fans to play, enjoy, and understand more about why he's such an appealing character."

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Fans of the Reeves' will he made his video game debut when he contributed his voice and likeness to the role of Johnny Silverhand in Cyberpunk 2077. He then returned to the role for the game's 2023 DLC Phantom Liberty, as well as reprising his Matrix role as Neo for The Matrix Awakens: An Unreal Engine 5 Experience. In the base game, though, Kirk Thornton is expected to contribute to Shadow's voice lines, as he's voiced Shadow in many previous Sonic games.

Sonic X Shadow Generations is currently set to release on Oct. 22, though those who pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition for the PlayStation will be able to play it three days early. Those looking for an exclusive look at Reeves' rendition of the edgy hedgehog will have special interest in the DLC.