Get Ready to Race: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Unveils New Features and Closed Network Test
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, the upcoming kart racer from Sega and Sonic Team, promises the largest roster in series history, boasting iconic characters from the Sonic and Sega universes. A recent PlayStation.blog post detailed exciting new gameplay mechanics and features.
A Massive Roster of Racers
While the full roster remains under wraps (though the official website mentions 23 characters at launch, with more to come), the reveal trailer showcases a star-studded lineup. Expect to see familiar faces like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, alongside fan favorites from Sonic Riders (Jet, Wave, and Storm), the Deadly Six (Zavok and Zazz), Team Dark (Shadow, Rouge, and E-123 Omega), the Chaotix (Vector, Charmy, and Espio), and even Blaze, Silver, Cream, and Big. Dr. Eggman and his creations, Egg Pawn and Metal Sonic, are also in the mix.
Interdimensional Racing with Travel Rings
Prepare for a truly dynamic racing experience! Travel Rings will transport racers between diverse CrossWorlds in real-time, dramatically altering the race with new environments, obstacles, and even giant monsters. Think theme park thrills with unexpected twists and turns. The game will feature 24 main tracks and 15 CrossWorlds to explore. Dynamic tracks, inspired by Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, will change throughout each lap, demanding constant adaptation.
Customization, Extreme Gear, and Gadgets Galore!
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds offers unparalleled vehicle customization. Players can tweak everything from body parts and wheels to colors, tire designs, cockpit features, and even the vehicle's glow. Add to this the return of Extreme Gear hoverboards from Sonic Riders, offering a unique boost-based racing style. Complete your racing arsenal with 23 different gadgets to customize your gameplay strategy. With 45 unique vehicles, the options are limitless!
Closed Network Test: Get in on the Action!
A closed network test (exclusively for PlayStation 5) is scheduled to give fans a first taste of the action. Registration is open from February 12th to 19th, 2025, with the test running from February 21st to 24th, 2025. Participants completing a post-test survey will receive an exclusive in-game sticker and title.
Test Dates & Times:
- PST: 02/21/2025 (Fri) 04:00 PM - 02/23/2025 (Sun) 04:00 PM
- EST: 02/21/2025 (Fri) 07:00 PM - 02/23/2025 (Sun) 07:00 PM
- GMT: 02/22/2025 (Sat) 00:00 AM - 02/24/2025 (Mon) 00:00 AM
- JST: 02/22/2025 (Sat) 09:00 AM - 02/24/2025 (Mon) 09:00 AM
