Sonic games have been a cornerstone of the industry for more than 30 years. Kicking things off with a quadrilogy of games that have stood the test of time and continuing to star in some fantastic titles, with a few hiccups along the way, Sonic has gone on to do just about everything, including star in two of his very own blockbuster movies with a third one coming soon.
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Forget the movies for now and start thinking about Sonic plushes. The hedgehog and his friends have naturally been turned into soft toys over and over again, as have a few of the people and creatures Sonic has battled over the years. If you're keen to pick up a Sonic plush or two, and I'm assuming you are since you're reading this, then a few that I believe to be the very best regardless of how many you have already can be found below.
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Sonic the Hedgehog Plush
$19 at Amazon - via GeekyZone
Sonic the Hedgehog Eggman Plush
$13 at GeekyZone - via Amazon
Tails Plush
$18 at Amazon - via Amazon
Sonic Squishmallows
$72 at Amazon - via Amazon
Super Sonic Plush
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Sonic Frontiers Koco Plush
$30 at Walmart - via Amazon
Sonic Plush Slippers
$35 at Amazon - via Amazon
Amy Rose Plush
$23 at Amazon - via Amazon
Retro Sonic Eggman Plush
$27 at Amazon
Best Sonic Plushes
Sonic the Hedgehog Plush
Brand Kidrobot Funny Dimensions 8"A Sonic the Hedgehog plush that looks as close to the iconic Sega mascot as a soft toy possibly can. The perfect plush to kick off your collection, or to go for if you just want the hedgehog himself.
Pros & Cons- Small and easy to take with you everywhere you go
- Looks like OG Sonic and Movie Sonic, the best Sonics
- Arrives vacuum sealed which can make it look a little odd
This is a guide to the very best Sonic plushes, so it only makes sense we kick things off with a Sonic plush, does it not? As was the case with the first Sonic game more than 30 years ago, every Sonic plush collection, even if it's only going to be made up of a single toy, should start with the blue blur. It's also machine washable so if you do plan on giving this to a younger Sonic fan, they can mess the hedgehog up a little without ruining his look. Or you can share your chili dog with him, although I wouldn't recommend that.
Sonic the Hedgehog Eggman Plush
To be a hero, Sonic needs his villain, and for 30 years that villain has been Eggman. Not so intimidating as a plush, even though he is trying his level best to look menacing.
Pros & Cons- Somehow cute and intimidating at the same time
- Really cheap for a plush of this quality
- No iconic ship included
- Labeled Eggman, he'll always be Robotnik to me
Mario has Bowser, Crash has Cortex, and Sonic has Eggman. No video game hero can become as iconic as Sonic without a villain as instantly recognizable as they are constantly chasing them, repeatedly coming desperately close to success, and then being foiled at the last second. As if Eggman hasn't suffered that fate enough already, if you have this plush and your Sonic one of choice, you can have Robotnik lose again and again and again without even turning on your console.
Tails Plush
Tails has been following Sonic around since the early '90s, and now he can do so in the real world via this new plush. Although to be fair, he also did that in the latest Sonic movie.
Pros & Cons- Somehow captures Tails' always-upbeat attitude
- Part of the same set as the Sonic plush above
- Does anyone else find Tails super annoying? Just me?
We've got Sonic, Eggman is in the mix, the logical next step is to introduce Tails to the conversation. That was the order of business in the early '90s when Sonic 2 launched, showing the world Tails for the very first time. Following Sonic around and kind of helping to defeat baddies and collect rings, Tails has become a lot more helpful since that first outing. He has also become so synonymous with Sonic that even when it comes to plushes, the hedgehog doesn't look right without Tails next to him.
Sonic Squishmallows
Squishmallows are the new plushes. Softer, squishier (naturally), and you can start your collection by buying a set of Sonic ones bundled together.
Pros & Cons- Squishmallows are softer and cuddlier than normal plushes
- Four characters so you don't have to choose just one
- Characters can be bought individually
- Expensive, but you are getting four squishmallows
Plushes are out, squishmallows are in. Okay, that's not entirely true, but squishmallows are pretty awesome and very in right now. While most commonly associated with Pokemon, there are a few Sonic ones too, and if you're very interested in owning some, you can buy four of the series' lead characters all in one go. They are available to buy individually if you don't want to splash that much cash on squishmallows all in one go, or if you don't want Shadow merch in your house. Yes, he's awesome, but he does have an aura about him.
Super Sonic Plush
The Chaos Emeralds are so powerful when Sonic has all of them, he becomes Super Sonic. No wonder Eggman has spent more than three decades trying to gather them up over and over again,
Pros & Cons- Another plush part of the same collection as the first Sonic on this list
- No need to collect rings so Sonic's superpowers never run out
- Every non-Sonic fan who sees it asking "but why is he yellow?"
Eggman's incessant pursuit of Sonic has, for the most part, revolved around the villain wanting to collect all of the Chaos Emeralds and use them to do bad things. When Sonic has all seven, he can use them to do one very good thing and become Super Sonic. Almost invincible when in his Super form, Sonic has been turning Super for decades and can now do so as a plush. A must-have if you want your Sonic plush collection to be truly complete. I'd recommend you suspend it from the ceiling for full Super Sonic effect, but that's just me.
Sonic Frontiers Koco Plush
Kocos, the adorable little critters you need to rescue throughout Sonic Frontiers, were basically made to be turned into toys and plushes.
Pros & Cons- Look at them, so smol, so cute
- A new character from the newest Sonic game
- A lot of money for not a lot of plush
- Did they really have to pick a sad one?
Every franchise has adorable little creatures that were created with the sole idea of turning them into merch that can be sold for lots of money. Sonic used to have Chao, but as of Frontiers, he has Kocos. Little stone creatures Sonic needs to rescue and return to their elders... parents... wait, what was the deal there exactly? Anyway! Kocos have quickly been turned into plushes, and if you want your Frontiers adventure to continue while we wait for more DLC, and maybe a sequel, you should probably pick up a plush.
Sonic Plush Slippers
Sonic doesn't wear much, which means the one item of clothing he does own has become synonymous with his threadbare look. His iconic shoes which you can now wear in slipper form.
Pros & Cons- Super soft and comfy
- Also ideal footwear for a Sonic cosplay
- Don't make you go fast
- A little pricey for slippers
Now for something a little different. A plush that you can both sit back and admire, but also have a use. Sonic has been wearing the same shoes for 30 years, and that they're still in style just goes to show how cool the hedgehog really is. There have been a few opportunities to wear real-life versions of Sonic's iconic shoes, but none have ever been as comfy as this. They might not make you run fast, but they'll definitely make you relax real quick.
Amy Rose Plush
Amy has been a part of the Sonic games for almost as long as the hedgehog himself. That fact alone warrants the pink character being a part of any and all plush collections.
Pros & Cons- Made by the official creators of Sonic plushes
- Adds one of Sonic's first companions to your collection
- She's probably gonna bug all your Sonic plushes
Tails and Knuckles will likely be the first names people mention when you ask if they know any of Sonic's supporting cast. Unfair to Amy as she has been appearing alongside the blue blur almost as long as anyone else. First appearing in Sonic CD all the way back in 1993, Amy has been a key component of the Sonic story from then right up until Frontiers in which she will soon be a playable character, and also Superstars where she will be playable too. Celebrate the year of Amy by getting her in plush form too.
Retro Sonic Eggman Plush
Eggman, Dr. Robotnik, whatever you want to call him, even though his design has changed over the years, this is how most fans imagine him. Now that iconic Eggman look has been turned into a plush.
Pros & Cons- Eggman in his original form
- Soft and cuddly, even for a villain
- Again, no ship with this one
Eggman has been chasing Sonic for so long that his name changed somewhere along the way. The antagonist's design has been altered over the years too, but if you still have a soft spot for those original Sonic games, this plush is likely how you continue to picture Robotnik. The very best Eggman plush to add to your collection if you're a long-time Sonic fan who still, quite rightly, believes those four first games on the Genesis remain the best in the series.
FAQ
What Is The Rarest Sonic Toy?
While none of the plushes here or elsewhere are among the rarest Sonic toys out there, a Sonic Adventure LCD game is considered to be the blue blur toy that is the hardest to come by, as well as a few toys that have been available exclusively through McDonald's Happy Meal promotions.
Who Makes Sonic Plushes?
You can find some pretty great Sonic plushes through a lot of different manufacturers and retailers, but the best, and most official, ones tend to be made and distributed by a company called Great Eastern Entertainment.
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