Sega has a big Sonic the Hedgehog 30th anniversary stream set for tomorrow, but fans got a welcome announcement one day early, as Roger Craig Smith has revealed he will be returning to voice the character! Smith seemingly announced his departure from the role earlier this year, in a move that greatly disappointed a number of fans. Today, Smith took to Twitter to announce his return to the series. In the Tweet, Craig talked highly of the franchise’s fanbase, and his excitement about the character’s future. It remains to be seen what will come next, but the future definitely looks brighter with Craig in it!

I can’t fully express my gratitude for the @sonic_hedgehog crew and community.🙏

I hope to honor your support and passion as I’m officially back voicing #SonicTheHedgehog in games.

Can’t wait for ya to see what we have planned!

THANK YOU…from the bottom of my blue heart.💙 pic.twitter.com/KOLi2MJnUi