03.02.2025

"Sonic the Hedgehog 3" has climbed to become the second highest-grossing film adapted from a video game to date

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The third installment of Sonic the Hedgehog has achieved the status of the second highest-earning video game film globally.

This movie follows The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which topped the charts with an impressive $1.26 billion. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has reached $462 million worldwide, securing its place as a leading success among video game adaptations.

Detective Pikachu earned $450 million in comparison, with 2016's Warcraft bringing in $439 million.

In terms of earnings, Rampage grossed $428 million, while both Uncharted and the second Sonic the Hedgehog film earned $407 million and $405 million, respectively.

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is slated for a theatrical release on March 19, 2027.

gamesindustry.biz
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