What is the Archie Sonic Universe comic series and how does it differ from the main Sonic the Hedgehog games?

The Archie Sonic Universe comic series, published by Archie Comics (later IDW Publishing), ran from 1993 to 2018. It's a long-running comic adaptation and expansion of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. Unlike the games, which often focus on linear level-based gameplay, the comics featured a more complex, ongoing storyline with character development, political intrigue, and a wider range of characters and settings. It introduced many original characters and storylines not present in the games, and often explored darker themes.