Sonic the Hedgehog #28

Sonic the Hedgehog #28, published by IDW Publishing in 2020, is a pivotal installment in the ongoing comic series that rebooted the franchise's continuity following the conclusion of the Archie Comics run. Written by Ian Flynn, a long-time architect of the Sonic narrative, the issue serves as a critical bridge in the 'Metal Virus' story arc, an ambitious multi-issue event that saw the series take on a significantly darker and more desperate tone than previous iterations of the hedgehog's adventures.

The issue features art by Jack Lawrence, who has been instrumental in defining the visual language of IDW's Sonic titles. Lawrence’s approach emphasizes dynamic action and expressive character work, capturing the high-stakes tension of the story as the protagonists confront a world-threatening technological plague. Upon its release, the issue was well-received by fans for its emotional weight and its willingness to place established characters in genuine physical and psychological peril, reinforcing the series' reputation for balancing classic gaming tropes with serialized comic book storytelling.