Various entertainment outlets have used "vs" comparisons to analyze Sonic's place in modern media:

: Critics from VICE have historically compared Sonic's franchise health against competitors like Mario, often highlighting the "hit or miss" nature of modern Sonic titles compared to Nintendo's consistency.

: Vincent and his team ambushed Sonic after he was falsely accused of stealing a Chaos Emerald from Station Square.

: VICE designers have also looked at the "information overload" in newer games, debating whether the fast-paced features help or hinder the user experience. Mario vs Sonic in 2017 Is Looking Mightily One-Sided - VICE

: When Sonic and his siblings try to buy the bomb back to save the city, a selfish Vince refuses to cooperate because he has already sold it to Bartleby. A frustrated Sonic uses his trademark speed to rapidly whirl Vince around , forcing him to reveal the buyer's identity. Vincent "Vince" in Paladin Team Sigma-Alpha 2

: Gill is a well-known enthusiast of Sonic Drive-In's signature "nugget ice" , often referred to as "Sonic Ice".

A lighthearted "Sonic vs Vince" connection exists in the real world involving country music legend .