Dive into the thrilling world of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, the latest kart racing adventure from Sega and Sonic Team. This game promises to be a landmark entry in the Sonic The Hedgehog series, boasting what could be its most extensive character roster yet. In a detailed PlayStation.blog post dated February 12, 2025, Thalia Piedra, Sega of America's Associate PR Manager, unveiled the exciting new mechanics and features that fans can look forward to.
Largest Roster From The Series Ever
The reveal trailer and various reports suggest that Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will feature an impressive lineup of characters from the Sonic and Sega universes. While the trailer showcases only Sonic franchise characters, the official website confirms a launch roster of 23 characters, with more to be added post-launch. Notable characters spotted in the trailer include Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, Amy, Jet, Wave, Storm from Sonic Riders, Zavok and Zazz from the Deadly Six, Team Dark’s Shadow, Rouge, E-123 Omega, Dr. Eggman with Egg Pawn and Metal Sonic, the Chaotix's Vector, Charmy, Espio, and additional favorites like Blaze, Silver, Cream, and Big.
Travel Rings Will Transport Characters To Different CrossWorlds
One of the most innovative features of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is the introduction of Travel Rings, which transport racers to different worlds in real-time. This mechanic, as explained by Piedra, will dramatically change races by shifting players from one world to another, offering a theme park-like experience filled with surprises such as large monsters, engaging obstacles, and visually stunning tracks. The game will include 24 main tracks and 15 unique CrossWorlds, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing racing experience inspired by titles like Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed.
Customization, Extreme Gear, Gadgets, and More!
Players of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will enjoy an unprecedented level of vehicle customization. A preview shared on Twitter (X) on February 17, 2025, showcased options for modifying the front and rear parts of vehicles, wheels, and deep color customization of the body, tires, cockpit, and overall glow. Additionally, the game will allow players to equip characters with 23 different Gadgets to tailor their racing style. The roster includes 45 unique original vehicles, including the return of Extreme Gear from Sonic Riders, offering a boost-based racing experience. Takashi Iizuka, Sonic Creative Officer, described the game as a "great culmination of all the Sonic Racing series games to date."
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Closed Network Test Announced
Closed Network Test Registration Now Open
Get ready to experience Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds firsthand with the upcoming closed network test. Registration opened on February 12, 2025, and will close on February 19, 2025. The playtest will run from February 21, 2025, to February 24, 2025, exclusively on PlayStation 5. Participants who complete the post-test survey will be rewarded with an exclusive in-game sticker and title.
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