Sonic’s Voice Actor’s Unexpected Favorite Game Character
Ben Schwartz, the voice of Sonic in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie, recently revealed a surprising favorite video game character: Frog from Chrono Trigger.
From Sonic to Frog: An Unexpected Choice
While known for voicing the speedy blue hedgehog, Schwartz expressed his deep appreciation for Frog, highlighting the character’s “giant broadsword” as incredibly cool. He went on to declare Chrono Trigger his all-time favorite game, praising its exceptional soundtrack, story, and unique characters.
Schwartz contrasted Chrono Trigger with other RPGs, stating that in games like Final Fantasy, some characters feel less emotionally engaging, while in Chrono Trigger, he felt invested in every character.
Other Gaming Connections
The article also mentions Schwartz’s previous comments about not being approached to voice Sonic in video games. Interestingly, Keanu Reeves, who voices Shadow in the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie, also voiced the character in the Sonic x Shadow Generations DLC.
Sonic 3 Release
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is set to hit theaters on Friday, December 20.