Sonic the Hedgehog (Dimensions Version)
dim001 · Dimensions
Sonic the Hedgehog Level Pack · 2016 - Released as part of the Year 2 expansion of LEGO Dimensions, marking the first time Sonic ever appeared in LEGO form.
Figure ID
dim001
Theme
Dimensions
Year Released
2016 - Released as part of the Year 2 expansion of LEGO Dimensions, marking the first time Sonic ever appeared in LEGO form.
Rarity
Uncommon to Rare. While mass-produced for the Level Pack, the set has been retired for years, making this specific variant increasingly difficult to find, especially without the stand.
Head
Unique molded head piece in medium blue. Features green eyes (Modern Sonic style), tan muzzle, black nose, and a smirk. Ears and quills are part of the unique mold.
Torso
Medium blue torso with a tan circular belly print. Features tan arms and white gloved hands. The back features two blue quills and a small tan spot.
Legs
Medium blue legs and hips. This version lacks leg printing (later versions include the red and white power sneakers).
Accessories
Usually paired with a trans-orange 4x4 round plate (Dimensions NFC Toy Tag) and a gold Ring. The figure in the image is missing these accessories.
Color Scheme
The primary color is Medium Blue, with Tan (Light Nougat) accents for the face, belly, and arms, and White for the gloves.
Printing Details
Pad printing on the belly and face area. The tan print on the blue mold is notoriously difficult to align, but this version is known for clean lines on the smirk and eyes.
Variants
Three main versions exist: dim001 (this one, plain blue legs), idea083 (Ideas version with side-printed shoes), and the 2023 sonic001 (updated face and shoe printing).
Condition Notes
Common wear points include the nose (paint rubbing off), white prints on the quills (back), and cracking in the tan arms due to the plastic type used in 2016.
Estimated Value
Used: $40.00 - $55.00 USD. New (with Level Pack): $80.00 - $120.00 USD. This figure maintains high value due to character popularity.
Price (New)
The 71244 Sonic the Hedgehog Level Pack originally retailed for $29.99 in 2016.
Compatible Sets
71244 Sonic the Hedgehog Level Pack (LEGO Dimensions Year 2).
Character Background
Sonic is the flagship mascot for SEGA. This figure represents the 'Modern' design of Sonic, known for his speed, attitude, and fight against Dr. Eggman.
Design Notes
First ever LEGO figure to feature a fully unique, non-standard head mold that covers the entire neck peg, establishing the design language for future licensed non-humanoids.
Similar Minifigures
Sonic (Ideas 21331) which has printed shoes, and modern Sonic (76990) which features a different facial expression and more detailed shoe printing.
Collectibility
High. As the 'Original' LEGO Sonic, it remains a cornerstone for video game collectors and LEGO Dimensions completionists.
History
Debuted in 2016 as a surprise collaboration between LEGO and SEGA for the Dimensions game. It remained the only official Sonic figure for 5 years until the 2021 Ideas set.
Interesting Facts
Despite being from a 'dead' game theme, the original mold was so accurate it was essentially reused with minor updates for the modern retail theme years later.
Display Suggestions
Display on its original orange Dimensions tag. Looks best alongside the Sonic Level Pack mini-builds like the Sonic Speed Car and The Tornado.
Modification Potential
Commonly used for 'purist' customs by swapping the legs with later versions that feature the iconic red and white sneakers.
Overall Assessment
A high-quality, historically significant minifigure. While this specific one lacks the iconic printed shoes of newer versions, its status as the 'first' makes it a Tier 1 collector's item.