
Many concepts featured in the prototype were unique to this build alone. RELATED: Pokemon Diamond and Pearl Beta Sprites Leak, Include Garchomp, Legendaries, and More

The mere thought of seeing an early build of a game near and dear to gamer's hearts was the perfect way to close out the year for many. When news of a widespread leak revealing early prototypes of Mario and Pokemon games first surfaced, the floodgates were open. Just a few months ago, Nintendo fans had their own early Christmas of sorts. The timing of such a discovery couldn't be more ideal for gaming historians and inquisitive gamers alike. The live-stream which followed later that evening showcased the gameplay of the Sonic The Hedgehogprototype to hundreds of eager fans.

Just a few days ago, it was reported that the prototype for the original Sonic The Hedgehog was discovered by the video game preservation group, Hidden Palace.
