Former Sonic Mania developers are working on a new 3D platformer

Following the release of Sonic Mania in 2017, a number of the game’s developers, including project lead Christian Whitehead, formed a new studio named Evening Star. The company, founded in 2019, recently updated its website with some brief information on its upcoming game. It seems these former Sonic Mania developers are hard at work on a new 3D platformer.

Evening Star relaunched its website with a new look and a small description of what the team is working on. This new project is apparently a 3D action platformer built on the company’s proprietary Star Engine.

We don’t know a lot about the project now as it is still under development. Still, considering the team’s pedigree with Sonic games (Sonic Mania specifically), we’re certainly excited to see what Evening Star has in store.

Why former Sonic Mania team members are working on a 3D platformer

The Sonic Mania team is no stranger to 2D platforming, but a 3D platformer is a different beast. Under Christian Whitehead’s Retro Engine, ports of Sonic 1, 2, and CD as well as Sonic Mania captured the high-speed action of 2D Sonic perfectly. And considering the team has built its own 3D engine, it’s not unfair to expect the same level of passion and dedication for this project.

Evening Star says that they are “excited to be teaming up with a new publishing partner” for this upcoming title. Whether that means they already have one or are looking for one is unclear, but it appears that SEGA is not involved with this game — at least, not at the moment.

The company also put a call out on the website and Twitter for people looking to join the team. Currently, Evening Star is looking for 3D artists, level designers, gameplay programmers, and engine programmers. Full details and job descriptions are available on Evening Star’s website.

Are you excited to see what Evening Star has in store? What do you think of these Sonic Mania designers taking on a 3D platformer? Let us know!

Via Game Rant.