Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Continues to Expand with New Characters and Tracks
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is receiving a steady stream of new content, with recent additions including Red from Angry Birds, Goro Majima from Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, and Arle from Puyo Puyo. These characters are slated for release in April and May, building on the already substantial roster.
Mega Man Joins the Race
The highly anticipated arrival of Mega Man into the game occurred on March 25th. To date, a total of 17 new characters have been added since the game’s launch on September 25, 2025.
Visual Updates Reflect Growing Roster
Sega has updated the game’s key visual assets to showcase the expanded character lineup. The updated imagery is high-resolution and suitable for employ as wallpaper.
More Characters on the Horizon
According to the official website, further updates are planned. At least three additional Sega characters, along with six third-party guest characters, are expected to join the roster in the future.
Content Beyond Characters: Vehicles and Music
The influx of new characters isn’t limited to just racers. Each new character often comes with a unique vehicle. The game has incorporated classic Sega music, including the iconic “Magical Sound Shower” from Outrun. Guest characters also introduce new tracks to the racing experience.
Platform Availability
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. A Nintendo Switch 2 version was released on December 4, 2025. Physical copies of the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition will be available on March 26, 2026.
Supported Languages
The game supports a wide range of languages, including English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and more.
Pro Tip
Consider purchasing the Season Pass to gain access to all collaboration DLC as it becomes available.
FAQ
Q: What platforms is Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds available on?
A: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Q: When was the Nintendo Switch 2 version released?
A: December 4, 2025.
Q: Does the game support online multiplayer?
A: Yes, up to 12 players can compete online.
Q: Are there downloadable content (DLC) characters?
A: Yes, several guest characters from other franchises are available via DLC.
Q: What languages are supported in the game?
A: English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Thai, and more.
Q: Where can I find more information about the game?
A: Visit the official Sega website: https://www.sega.com/sonic-the-hedgehog/sonic-racing-crossworlds
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