India, Oct. 13 -- Michael Jackson's long-rumored involvement with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 remains one of gaming's biggest mysteries. The pop superstar reportedly composed music for Sega's Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in 1993, but his name never appeared in the game's official credits.

The uncredited collaboration became a subject of investigation among gaming historians and fans. Several developers and composers later claimed Jackson helped create parts of the soundtrack. They suggested his decision to remove his name was due to concerns about the console's sound limitations and not because of lack of involvement.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was released for the Sega Genesis in 1994 and became one of the most successful titles in the franchise. The game ...