rev up the sonic cycle: Sonic Mania

[Dolphman]

The problem with the romance is that it was too distracting, and in some cases, put Sally in Mary Sue territory.
Doesn't help that most writers treat Sally as their favourite.

If IDW does find a way to use non-game characters, I hope they do their own thing with them rather than copy Archie.
Besides those from SATAM. AOSTH has plenty of characters that, as goofy as they were, have potential.
Though there's low chances of OVA, X, and Underground characters being used. The latter considered an embarrassment.
And the former two have different rights holders. Not quite fully owned by Sega.

Anyway. Here's the special stage theme for Sonic Mania.