Find the perfect present for the Sega fan in your life with the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys of the year!
Sonic fever has gripped the world once again with the arrival of the Sonic the Hedgehog film back in 2020 and the Sonic 30th Anniversary celebrations.
Ah, who am I kidding. Sonic has been a tour de force ever since he came onto the scene back in 1991. The guy’s a hero and has rocked the video game world on pretty much every console going.
Over his extensive career, Sonic has become a cult figure. He’s been at the top of his game through every age of gaming, ever change in hardware, and ever advancement in graphics processing.
And, he’s the fastest character ever too.
That’s a pretty impressive resume… no wonder you’re here looking at the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys of all time!
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1. Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Tiger Handheld
First up on our list of the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys is this epic Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Tiger Handheld!
Before the best retro handhelds came onto the scene, Tiger handheld computers were the best way to play games on the go.
Everything from the console shape to the controls is classic. This Sonic the Hedgehog 3 handheld is a bona fide blast from the past and the perfect game for both nostalgic gamers and first time Sonic players.
The handheld has 6 stages and features classic characters Dr Eggman and Tails and all the usual ring-collecting goodness. I’d love to open one of these up… just in case anyone wants to buy me a present…
2. Sonic The Hedgehog Interactive Smart Watch
Forget your Garmin or Apple smartwatches, this Sonic The Hedgehog Interactive Smart Watch is what we all want to be unwrapping.
With a heavy-duty plastic case and comfortable silicone strap, this touchscreen smartwatch comes equipped with a selfie camera and voice recorder.
Play games, use a pedometer while running as fast as Sonic (but how fast is Sonic the Hedgehog?), and look like a cool customer while kicking back in the Green Hill Zone.
With 10 changeable watch faces and great battery life, this is one of the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys for gadget lovers. And, it comes with a one year warranty!
3. Sonic The Hedgehog Giant Eggman Robot Battle Set with Catapult
There comes a time in everyone’s life when they realise they need a Sonic The Hedgehog Giant Eggman Robot Battle Set with Catapult. It could be at age 3, or it could be at age 30.
Either way, you need this toy in your life.
Dr Eggman is causing havoc in a massive robotic version of himself… talk about a narcissist!
Catapult Sonic in his classic spin attack mode and take down Eggman over and over again. Hit the chest plate three times and Eggman is defeated. He falls apart, leaving you the task of putting him back together!
Still, it’s not that easy.
Eggman has rockets and other tricks up his metallic sleeves to stop Sonic. It’s the perfect gift for a solo player who hates Eggman or a gaming duo that live and breath the world of Sonic!
4. Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing Remote Control Car
Anyone looking for the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys should be clicking the link above and buying this brilliant Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing Remote Control Car.
The world’s fastest hedgehog just got even faster! Piloting the Speed Star, Sonic can now race in and out of table legs, through dried up duck ponds, and chase your neighbour’s cat down the driveway.
Complete with working lights at the front and back and a control unit the boasts a telescopic antenna, this RC is a great Sonic gift for gamers aged 6 and up.
Collect other racers from the Sonic series and compete against your mates too!
5. Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
A game series that needs no introduction, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.
Can you believe that these two guys used to compete for sales? Now, they’re the best of friends and organise their own Olympic Games ever four years!
With games new to the Olympics and the series as a whole such as skateboarding, climbing, karate, and equestrian events, Tokyo 2020 is the most jam-packed title in the canon.
If you’ve loved this series since the first game dropped back in 2007, then you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how the gameplay and graphics have improved over the years.
It’s one of the best Mario multiplayer games I’ve ever played and a real family favourite!
6. Plush Sonic The Hedgehog 9″ Toy
If you’re stuck what to buy a die-hard to Sega fan, then you can’t go wrong with this Plush Sonic The Hedgehog 9″ Toy.
Sonic might have prickly spines, but this soft likeness is incredibly cuddly.
Keep it as a collectible, stick it on your pillow, or carry it around from room to room as a lucky charm. It’s detailed, quirky, and a perfect present for any occasion.
Plus, everyone likes soft toys, right?
7. Sonic The Hedgehog Pinball Green Hill Zone Pinball Track Play Set
The Green Hill Zone is the most famous Sonic course of all time, and it has been perfectly recreated Sonic The Hedgehog Pinball Green Hill Zone Pinball Track Play Set.
Send, Sonic hurtling around this customisable pinball track with two loaded springs bouncing them back and forth.
Loop the loop, collect spheres and shields, and bash back bad guys. Add in a little imagination, and you’re basically inside a Sonic video game!
Twin with the Giant Eggman Robot above to create the ultimate playset!
8. Sonic The Hedgehog 3D Illusion Lamp
Don’t worry; we haven’t captured Sonic and immortalise him carbon like Han Solo. This Sonic The Hedgehog 3D Illusion Lamp is made from laser-engraved plastic.
When lit up, it looks like a 3D Sonic is standing on your bedside table. I reckon that would make me feel safe at night!
And the best bit; you can change the colour using a remote control! Choose from one of 7 colours and control the brightness all from your bed.
Bright up any space using the most powerful hedgehog around!
9. Sonic Team Racing
Up next in our list of the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys is a game you’re going to want to play after messing around with the remote control car above; Sonic Team Racing.
This is one heck of a multiplayer game, boasting both local and online racing action. With 12 players per track and the option to play solo on Grand Prix and Exhibition modes, there’s plenty of fun to be had for kids and grownups of all ages.
Use weapons to get ahead of the competition and customise vehicles with new skins and performance abilities.
I can guarantee that this will put a smile on anyones face when they open it up. It did for me!
10. Sonic the Hedgehog Plush Cosplay Slippers
We might not be able to run as fast as Sonic, but we can certainly pretend by wearing these Sonic the Hedgehog Plush Cosplay Slippers!
These comfortable one-size-fits-all slippers feel like walking on air. They are an officially licensed product too, perfectly recreating Sonic’s classic footwear from the original games.
Each slipper measures in at 5″ wide, 5″ high, and 11″ long.
Whether you just want something to see your toes warm on cold wintry mornings or you’re determined to make you’re friends believe you’re a hedgehog, these slippers are certainly a talking point and make a great present!
11. Sonic The Hedgehog Monopoly Gamer
All my friends refuse to play Monopoly with me, but I reckon I could win them over with Sonic The Hedgehog Monopoly Gamer.
Yes, Monopoly meets Sonic in this retro take on everyone’s (or at least my) favourite board game.
Move around the board, collect rings, buy classic Sonic locations, beat bosses to earn points, and rack up Chaos Emeralds.
Ok, so Sonic isn’t doing anything different than his usual business in this game , but it certainly makes a change from racing to buy Park Lane and arguing whether Old Kent Road is a good purchase or not.
Play was Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, or Amy, moving little plastic figurines around the board.
Use speedy and boost dices to keep the action flowing, and immerse yourself completely in Sonic’s world!
12. Sega Genesis Mini
Don’t forget that Sonic is Sega’s poster boy, and there’s no better way to play his original Sega adventure than on the Sega Genesis Mini.
Just look at that packaging! This is a slice of nostalgia that any retro gamer will love. It comes with a mini console pre-loaded with 42 of the very best Sega Genesis games of all time.
We’re talking golden Axe, Comix Zone, Columns, and more.
The console comes with two classic wired controllers, a USB cable for powering + power adapter, and a HDMI cable for those ultra-crisp visuals.
13.Sonic The Hedgehog Green Hill Zone Playset
Toymakers really have a thing for the Green Hill Zone; it features pretty heavily in this list of the be best Sonic The Hedgehog toys, so we might as well throw in this Sonic The Hedgehog Green Hill Zone Playset while the going’s good.
Complete with spring pad, spikes, rings, and Eggman toy, Sonic can loop the loop and take down evil to his heart’s content.
As with most kids toys, this set is going to require some imagination to make it truly awesome. Still, kids have that in abundance, so there’ll be no problems there.
14. Sonic Mania Plus
Sonic Mania Plus is one of the best Sonic games on the planet.
With stunning 60-fps visuals that bring old levels from previous games to life and some brand new stages to tackle, this title is a must have for the Sega fan in your life.
Pulling stages from Sonic the Hedgehog 1, 2, 3, Sonic & Knuckles and Sonic The Hedgehog CD, Sonic Mania Plus is probably the one item in this list of the best Sonic The Hedgehog toys that gives the best value for money!
Play old levels as new characters too. Use new abilities from Ray the Flying Squirrel and Mighty the Armadillo. Up the difficulty settings for a harder experience or keep it simple while basking in those retro-revival feels.
Plus, it’s available for all major consoles too!
15. Sonic The Hedgehog Cosplay Hat
Last, but by no means least, we’ve got this Sonic The Hedgehog Cosplay Hat, the perfect item to go with the cosplay slippers above!
As a kid, I totally would have worn this outside to the park or the supermarket. Just look how cool it is!
Recreate Sonic’s spiny look and keep your ears warm at the same time. It even has a chin strap to keep it on during windy weather.
And, to say it’s a novelty item, it’s incredibly accurate. If your’e looking to buy someone a standout gift, then look no further!
Seb Santabarbara has bought every Nintendo console that has ever been released in his 33 years on Planet Earth. His favourite game franchise is Zelda, and he’s patiently waiting for Banjo-Kazooie to come back to the fold. When he’s not playing games, he’s travelling the world in his self-converted camper van.
