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AirAsia, SEGA, and ATLUS elevate travel with gaming collaboration

AirAsia Sonic Planes

AirAsia partners with SEGA and ATLUS, merging gaming and aviation through Sonic the Hedgehog and Persona 5-themed aircraft liveries.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA and TOKYO, JAPAN – AirAsia and global gaming powerhouse SEGA, together with its acclaimed group company ATLUS, announced an electrifying collaboration that brings to life two iconic gaming franchises, Sonic the Hedgehog and Persona 5, through aircraft liveries and immersive in-flight experiences. This partnership is in conjunction with the larger ‘The Colour Of Connection’ campaign by AirAsia brand co. (Abc.), the brand management arm of Capital A.

The collaboration between AirAsia, SEGA, and ATLUS ushers in a new era of travel, merging the worlds of gaming and aviation. By bringing iconic gaming franchises like Sonic the Hedgehog and Persona 5 to the skies, AirAsia reinforces its commitment to connecting people to their passions of fun and entertainment.

The partnership will feature two aircraft adorned with the iconic designs of Sonic the Hedgehog and his friends Tails, Knuckles, Shadow, and Amy Rose, as well as the captivating Persona 5 characters Joker and Morgana. Sonic and friends will adorn AirAsia X’s (flight code: D7) Airbus A330 aircraft with tail number 9M-XXU, meanwhile, the Persona 5 livery will grace an AirAsia Malaysia’s (flight code: AK) Airbus A320 aircraft with tail number 9M-AFF. These two aircraft will fly routes across AirAsia’s network of over 100 destinations including major cities in Southeast Asia and Asia Pacific like Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei, Shanghai, and Sydney, bringing the thrill of popular gaming culture and lifestyle to many guests and fans around Asean and beyond.

Rudy Khaw, CEO of AirAsia brand co. (Abc.) said: “This partnership marks another milestone for the AirAsia brand as we delve deeper into the exciting world of gaming and pop culture. This partnership is a natural fit for AirAsia, as it aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing experiences for our guests and communities. As a brand that carries the pride of Asean, we are thrilled to showcase the region’s vibrant spirit and creativity through this partnership.”

Shuji Utsumi, President and COO, Representative Director of SEGA CORPORATION said: “We are honoured to be able to undertake such a wonderful initiative with AirAsia. The Sonic and Persona series are expanding not only in Japan but throughout Asia. We believe that the synergy created by the collaboration of travel and gaming, two forms of entertainment, will bring us new discoveries.”

To enhance the gaming-themed experience, Santan in-flight catering will offer a special treat inspired by Sonic the Hedgehog – the Sonic’s Golden Ring Cakes. These zesty mango and lemon-flavored golden ring cakes, reminiscent of Sonic’s iconic golden rings, are available for pre-booking on all AirAsia Malaysia (flight code: AK) and AirAsia X Malaysia (flight code: D7) flights. The combo includes a Fizzy Iced Yuzu drink and a free Sonic-themed sticker with each purchase. In addition, AirAsia will introduce exclusive Sonic the Hedgehog and Persona 5 merchandise, available for purchase starting in the first quarter of 2025 on all AirAsia Malaysia and AirAsia X flights, as well as on AirAsia MOVE Duty Free, allowing fans to take home a piece of this exciting collaboration.

Sonic the Hedgehog, SEGA’s iconic blue speedster, has been a beloved figure in gaming for over 30 years, captivating audiences worldwide through games, TV shows, comics, and movies. His heroic battles against the villainous Dr. Eggman has made Sonic a global sensation, and the excitement is set to soar with the upcoming theatrical release of “Sonic the Hedgehog 3”. Similarly, Persona 5, the critically acclaimed role-playing game franchise developed by ATLUS, has left an indelible mark on the gaming world. Known for its sleek visuals, compelling narrative, and innovative gameplay, Persona 5 has garnered a dedicated fanbase and widespread acclaim, including the prestigious “Best Role Playing Game” at The Game Awards 2017 and “Best RPG” from IGN’s 2017 end-of-year awards. The game’s unique blend of high school life and supernatural elements has transformed it into a cultural phenomenon. Building on this success, ATLUS released Persona 5 Royal, introducing new characters, storylines, and gameplay enhancements.

George Diamantopoulos
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George is the News Feed Manager, Content Creator, and Social Media Manager at the TravelDailyNews network of online newspapers. At the same time, he is completing his studies in the Department of Business Administration at the Athens University of Economics and Business.

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