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The Sonic Boom

Sonic the Hedgehog was created as a mascot for Sega to rival Nintendo's Mario. The game's focus on speed was a response to the slower-paced platformers of the time. Sonic's design was inspired by various sources, including Michael Jackson's boots and Santa Claus's color scheme.