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* ''For the prototype version of [[Sonic the Hedgehog]], see [[Mr. Needlemouse]].'' | * ''For the prototype version of [[Sonic the Hedgehog]], see [[Mr. Needlemouse]].'' | ||
| − | * ''"Project Needlemouse" was a codename for the official game ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog 4]]'' and independent game developer | + | * ''"Project Needlemouse" was a codename for both the official game ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog 4]]'' and independent game developer [http://www.needlemouse.com/ Defective Studios]' ''Needlemouse: The Emerald Hills''.'' |
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===Initial release=== | ===Initial release=== | ||
| − | When {{LinkRetro|post=194306|title=first posted}} for download in May 2008, the hack was | + | When {{LinkRetro|post=194306|title=first posted}} for download in May 2008, the hack was simply an art hack that replaced [[Sonic the Hedgehog|Sonic]]'s [[sega:sprite|sprite]]s with new ones of [[Mr. Needlemouse]], one of the early versions of Sonic created by his designer [[Naoto Ohshima]]. Regardless, it was well received, particularly for its humourous nature. |
In the following days MKAmeX stated that he was considering a more comprehensive graphics overhaul, involving reworking all art to approximate the available concept art, including Mr. Needlemouse, level art, [[badnik]]s, and the [http://info.sonicretro.org/File:S1concept-eggman.jpg earliest known prototype]] of series antagonist [[Dr. Eggman|Dr. Robotnik]]. | In the following days MKAmeX stated that he was considering a more comprehensive graphics overhaul, involving reworking all art to approximate the available concept art, including Mr. Needlemouse, level art, [[badnik]]s, and the [http://info.sonicretro.org/File:S1concept-eggman.jpg earliest known prototype]] of series antagonist [[Dr. Eggman|Dr. Robotnik]]. | ||
| − | Later posts by MKAmeX revealed that he had been trying out [[SonED2]], learning some [[sega:assembly language|assembly language]], and starting to edit level art, layout and order. He planned to give all Zones aside from | + | Later posts by MKAmeX revealed that he had been trying out [[SonED2]], learning some [[sega:assembly language|assembly language]], and starting to edit level art, layout and order. He planned to give all Zones aside from [[Green Hill Zone]] new names, and perhaps implement the final version of Sonic as a selectable alternative character. |
===Second release=== | ===Second release=== | ||
| − | In August 2008 a {{LinkRetro|post=217397|title=second | + | In August 2008 a {{LinkRetro|post=217397|title=second revision}} showcasing in-progress edits of Green Hill Zone and some other items was released. MKAmeX stated that as well as reworking the graphics, he hoped to implement gameplay objects from the concept art, and that he had been researching music hacking. |
===Third release, rewrite and future=== | ===Third release, rewrite and future=== | ||
| − | In January 2009, MKAmeX stated that he was starting anew with his hack, as was | + | In January 2009, MKAmeX stated that he was starting anew with his hack, as he was unhappy with what the current version was becoming. In {{LinkRetro|post=268976|title=the same post}}, he offered the last revision of that first branch for download. He warned that development may take some time, and a new release would not be made until it was at least 50% complete. The new version is intended to feature new sprites, level art, layouts, objects, and almost all concept characters, although humans are likely to be limited to [http://info.sonicretro.org/File:S1concept-eggman.jpg prototype Robotnik] and [[Game Development:Sonic the Hedgehog (16-bit)|Madonna]]. New music is planned, but visuals are the priority. |
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Revision as of 02:44, 22 June 2010
- For the prototype version of Sonic the Hedgehog, see Mr. Needlemouse.
- "Project Needlemouse" was a codename for both the official game Sonic the Hedgehog 4 and independent game developer Defective Studios' Needlemouse: The Emerald Hills.
| Mr. Needlemouse (hack) |
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| Last release: 17 January 2009 |
| System: Sega Mega Drive / Genesis |
| Original game: Sonic the Hedgehog (16-bit) |
| Credits: MKAmeX |
Mr. Needlemouse is a hack of the original Sonic the Hedgehog game for the Sega Mega Drive / Genesis, by MKAmeX. It replaces Sonic the Hedgehog with one of his designer Naoto Ohshima's early prototypes for the character, Mr. Needlemouse. Planned features include a complete overhaul of the game's graphics to resemble early concept art, and perhaps new music.
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Development
Initial release
When
In the following days MKAmeX stated that he was considering a more comprehensive graphics overhaul, involving reworking all art to approximate the available concept art, including Mr. Needlemouse, level art, badniks, and the earliest known prototype] of series antagonist Dr. Robotnik.
Later posts by MKAmeX revealed that he had been trying out SonED2, learning some assembly language, and starting to edit level art, layout and order. He planned to give all Zones aside from Green Hill Zone new names, and perhaps implement the final version of Sonic as a selectable alternative character.
Second release
In August 2008 aThird release, rewrite and future
In January 2009, MKAmeX stated that he was starting anew with his hack, as he was unhappy with what the current version was becoming. InImages
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Download Mr. Needlemouse (hack)
File: Mr. Needlemouse (hack) 2009-01-17.zip (426 kB) (info)
Current version: Final revision of branch 1 (17 January 2009) |
Previous versions
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Download Mr. Needlemouse (hack)
File: Mr. Needlemouse (hack) 2008-05-10.zip (385 kB) (info)
Current version: First release (10 May 2008) |
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Download Mr. Needlemouse (hack)
File: Mr Needlemouse (hack) 2008-08-18.zip (324 kB) (info)
Current version: Second release (18 August 2008) |
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