You want screenshots for the next, fully 3D Sonic game, Sonic and the Black Knight? Well, you got ‘em!

Coming to the Wii ‘2nd Quarter of 2009’, Sonic and the Black Knight, in development at Sega’s Sonic Team, takes Sonic to a medieval world and, for a change, gives him a sword ‘to aid in his effort to save the day’. An ‘irresistible’ cast of characters is promised, while Sonic teaches players ‘what it takes to be a true hero and the ultimate knight.’ More screens below:

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Sega has announced Sonic and the Black Knight will be arriving exclusively on the Wii in spring 2009.

Earlier reports of Sonic adorning the cover of the latest Nintendo Power magazine hinted at the existence of the game.

Sonic and the Black Knight will be part of the storybook series of games that began with Sonic and the Secret Rings. Created by Sonic Team in Japan, the game will make use of the Wii Remote and Nunchuk and promises to bring a “new twist to Sonic game play by combining Sonic’s legendary speed with frenetic swordplay action.”

Set in a medieval world, the game sees Sonic armed with a sword as he embarks on a series of missions to become a knight and save the day.

“After the success of Sonic and the Secret Rings we’re delighted to announce a second title in the Storybook Series,” said Gary Knight, European Marketing Director, SEGA Europe, “Following Sonic on his way to knighthood will excite players of all ages.”

The latest Nintendo Power magazine has revealed that Sonic may be setting out on a new adventure on the Wii soon.

The cover of this month’s magazine shows Sonic wielding a sword with the words “Sonic & the Black Knight” emblazoned in the bottom left corner. According to Nintendo Power the game will be a Wii exclusive.

Stick around for official confirmation from Sega.