Nintendo fans have something to celebrate as Sonic the Hedgehog is now available as a Netflix profile picture. This news comes after the tremendous success of the recently-released Sonic the Hedgehog movie, which has made over $300 million at the box office and become one of the most successful video game adaptations in history. With this new profile picture option, Netflix subscribers all around the world will be able to show their love for Sonic while using their streaming service.
Netflix Lineup Include Sonic
The new addition to Netflix’s lineup of profile pictures is a sign that the streaming giant is starting to embrace characters from video games, particularly those owned by Nintendo. The move was likely influenced by other companies such as Disney and Warner Bros., who have both been successful in capitalizing on films based on classic video games like Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Pokémon.
While this move was mainly seen as a way for Netflix to capitalize on one of its most successful movies, it also provides an opportunity for Nintendo fans across the world to express their love of gaming through one of its most beloved characters. “It’s great that users can now choose an iconic character like Sonic when selecting their profile picture,” said Mario Gomes, director of marketing at Nintendo Europe. “It shows that popular culture has fully embraced characters from our beloved gaming universe, and we look forward to seeing how fans react.”
Popular Culture Reacts Positively
Since its release earlier this year, Sonic The Hedgehog has become a cultural phenomenon due to its family-friendly content and unique visual style. It has also gained a large following online with fans creating fan art and cosplay inspired by the film and character.
The news that they can make Sonic their Netflix profile picture has been met with enthusiasm by