Jump Back into the Driver's Seat! Bus Bound’s “Let’s RIDE!” DLC Is Available Now
Add the campus favorite RIDE K9MD and the sustainable RIDE K11M to your fleet and build the city of your dreams one stop at a time on PC, PlayStation and Xbox!
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – June 23, 2026 – Get ready to expand your fleet and RIDE! Saber Interactive and developer stillalive studios, the original creators of Bus Simulator 21 and Bus Simulator 18, are excited to announce that Bus Bound’s first major DLC, the “Let’sRIDE!” bus pack, is available now on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The “Let’s RIDE!” DLC gives players access to two new buses from electric vehicle specialists RIDE, the U.S. spinoff of BYD: the K9MD, a favorite among public transit systems, universities and corporate campuses, and the K11M, ideal for high-volume urban transit systems and moving large quantities of passengers.
Owners of Bus Bound's Deluxe Edition or the Bus Pass can download these two new vehicles for free today, with two additional major DLCs still to come later this year. The "Let's RIDE!" bus pack DLC is also available as a standalone purchase for 4.99 USD & EUR/4.49 GBP.
Still Faster Than Your Wi‑Fi, Still Cooler Than Your Sneakers (even if they resemble his).
Thirty‑five years. That’s how long the Blue Blur has been sprinting through consoles, comics, cartoons, and even Hollywood (in later years) — without pulling a hamstring. Sonic hitting 35 in 2026 feels wild, especially since he still moves like he’s late for a chili‑dog combo deal. Which reminds me... I haven't had a good chili dog in awhile, that just might be dinner tonight!
But anyway... here we are, celebrating a character who has outrun robots, rival mascots, and at least three console generations. And honestly? He’s still got it.
Sonic's Origin
Back in 1991, SEGA needed a mascot who could stand toe‑to‑toe with a certain mustachioed plumber. They wanted someone fast, stylish, and full of attitude — a character who could show off the Genesis’ speed and give SEGA a true identity. Sonic was literally engineered to be cool, quick, and competitive… and it worked.
Fun fact: Sonic technically appeared before his own game — dangling from a rearview mirror in the arcade racer Rad Mobile. Even his cameo roles were fast. (Vroom!)
Sonic’s 35th Anniversary: What’s Going Down
SEGA is going all‑in for the 35th anniversary with a full year of celebrations, including:
Sonic’s leap to the big screen was one of the most surprising glow‑ups in gaming history. The Sonic the Hedgehog films brought the character to a whole new generation, proving that even after decades, Sonic can still headline a blockbuster.
And let’s be honest — seeing Sonic sprint through San Francisco or trade jokes with Jim Carrey’s Dr. Robotnik is the kind of chaotic energy worth watching with snacks ofcourse!
Games Worth Revisiting for the Anniversary
If you’re celebrating, here are some perfect picks:
And if you want something more casual, Sonic Dash and Sonic Speed Simulator are still going strong.
Sonic at 35... in my mind
Still outruns every enemy… but now needs to stretch first.
Still fighting Eggman… who probably has back pain at this point.
Still collecting rings… but now invests where gold rings are accepted.
Fun Fact: Can You Make a Sonic Game?
SEGA has emphasized that the 35th anniversary is about community and “having fun together.” While they haven’t officially announced open submissions for fan‑made Sonic games, SEGA has historically collaborated with talented fans — most famously Christian Whitehead, who helped create Sonic Mania.
Based on SEGA’s messaging around community involvement and celebration, it’s clear they’re open‑minded about working with passionate creators.
So if you’ve got a brilliant Sonic game idea brewing… keep those engines warm and don't hesitate to reach out to them when the time is right.
Final Lap: Why Sonic Still Matters
Sonic isn’t just a character — he’s a cultural icon who represents speed, energy, and fearlessness. Whether you met him on a CRT TV, the Dreamcast, a GameCube, a PS5, or in a movie theater, Sonic has been part of our lives for 35 years.
And with SEGA rolling out new content all year long, the celebration is just getting started.
Keep the party going with Sonic's Birthday Stream!
New week and more Summer of Gaming action coming at ya! Fresh out of snacks, so... you know where I'm going once this post is up! We met a slew of people from Scotland, Ireland, and Brazil over the weekend. Good times beyond the traffic. Why (why... why... why) has it taken years to get the Sand Lake Road done between International Drive and Turkey Lake Road? According to the FDOT, the estimated completion is late 2027. It's a stretch of road that they twisted, turned, removed a turn, added that left turn on the right side to go up a bridge to go around there at this point I'm just waiting for them to call it... Alice In Wonderland Way, because it's that crazy. Anyway, here are the top 6 articles and... the top 10 from last week. Let's go!
