The long-speculated 'Project Needlemouse' has been confirmed today by Sega, the game officially called the Hedgehog 4.

The new side-scroller will be released for the PS3, and Wii, the publisher have revealed.

Cleverly, number four will be delivered in episodic chunks - the first true sequel in 15 years getting its first downloadable episode this summer.

The game will be presented in 2D bit will boast visuals. An early trailer for the game is now online.

By Luke Guttridge