Overview

• A trademark for “Shadow the Hedgehog” was filed in Japan in September and publicly spotted on October 8 by the X account soniccitynet.
• Documentation cited in coverage indicates the filing spans merchandise and software, leaving its intended use unspecified.
• Fans are speculating about a new Shadow-focused game or a re-release of the 2005 title, which marks its 20th anniversary in 2026.
• Sega has not confirmed any game tied to the filing, and companies often register trademarks for collaborations or non-game products.
• Sonic Team boss Takashi Iizuka said in June 2025 that there are no current plans for remakes, even as Shadow’s profile has grown through recent film and Fortnite appearances.