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Sega and YOYOYO to release Infinite Blue Sonic statue Oct 9 2026
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“a hallmark of Japan’s finest porcelain”
via videogameschronicle.com
Our take
The statue’s price of roughly $6,300 places it far beyond the reach of most fans, highlighting how anniversary collectibles can shift from accessible memorabilia to luxury art objects. By limiting the run to just 50 pieces, Sega and YOYOYO create scarcity that drives hype but also risks alienating the broader Sonic community.
Background
The anniversary has been marked by various merchandise and tributes, though no new mainline game has been released for the milestone, according to gamerant.com.
The statue, named "Infinite Blue," is crafted from Arita ware porcelain using the traditional gosu (cobalt‑based) pigment known for its permanent blue hue. The design blends 400‑year‑old Hizen Yoshida ware techniques with modern 3D digital technology, and the painting and finishing are handled by Riso Kiln, a historic kiln linked to Lee Sam-pyeong, regarded as the father of Japanese porcelain.
The timeline
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Sega announced Infinite Blue Sonic porcelain statue
Sega and YOYOYO reportedly reveal a limited-edition porcelain statue of Sonic the Hedgehog to mark the series' 35th anniversary, priced at ¥1,000,000 (~$6,300) and limited to 50 units worldwide.[1]
What happens next
October 9, 2026: The statue goes on sale at Ikebukuro Parco and online lottery applications begin (according to videogameschronicle.com).
October 9, 2026: The Sonic the Exhibition: Across Generations pop‑up opens at Ikebukuro Parco, displaying the statue (according to videogameschronicle.com).
October 9, 2026: Five units of the statue are sold on‑site first‑come, first‑served, while the remaining 45 are allocated via the online lottery (according to videogameschronicle.com).
Frequently asked
What is the current status of the Sonic Infinite Blue porcelain statue?
As of October 2, 2026, per videogameschronicle.com, Sega has announced a strictly limited edition porcelain statue of Sonic the Hedgehog to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the series.
How much does the Sonic Infinite Blue statue cost?
According to videogameschronicle.com, each statue costs ¥1 million ($6,330).
How many Infinite Blue statues will be produced?
Videogameschronicle.com states there will only be 50 statues available.
When and where will the statue be available for purchase?
The statue will go on sale from October 9, 2026 at the Sonic the Exhibition: Across Generations pop‑up in Ikebukuro Parco, with five units sold on‑site first‑come, first‑served, and the remaining 45 via an online lottery.
How can fans purchase the statue if they cannot attend the exhibition?
Applications for a lottery sale will begin on October 9, 2026 at the official online YOYOYO Store, which will ship across Asia, America, Europe and Australia.
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Sources (3)
- videogameschronicle.com, Sega is releasing a porcelain Sonic 35th anniversary statue, limited to 50 pieces and costing $6,300 each, Oct 2, 2026.
- gonintendo.com, Sonic 35th anniversary "Infinite Blue" porcelain statue revealed, only 50 to be made.
- gamerant.com, New Official $6,500 Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Release Confirmed, Oct 2, 2026.
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GenZHype. “Sega and YOYOYO to release Infinite Blue Sonic statue Oct 9 2026.”
GenZHype, 5 October 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/sega-unveils-6-300-sonic-infinite-blue-porcelain-statue/.