Sega is giving Sonic fans reason to rejoice this week, announcing that Sonic CD will not just be a straight port of the classic game to new platforms. Sonic’s old buddy Tails will be playable in the updated version of Sonic CD, unlocking after your first play through of the game. Check out the first screen of Sonic’s sidekick in action in the image above. Sonic CD will be speeding onto Xbox Live Arcade sometime later this year, but in the meantime make sure to stay tuned for more news on everyone’s favorite blue hedgehog.

Source: Sega Blog