Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Characters and Tracks Revealed for Upcoming Closed Network Test

Get Ready to Race: Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Unveiled!

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, the upcoming kart racer from Sega and Sonic Team, promises the largest roster in series history and a revolutionary gameplay experience. Learn about the exciting new features and mechanics ahead of the closed network test.

An Unprecedented Roster

Featuring iconic characters from both the Sonic and Sega universes, the game boasts a confirmed 23 characters at launch, with more to come. The revealed lineup includes fan favorites like Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and Amy, alongside characters from Sonic Riders (Jet, Wave, Storm), the Deadly Six (Zavok, Zazz), Team Dark (Shadow, Rouge, E-123 Omega), the Chaotix (Vector, Charmy, Espio), and even Blaze, Silver, Cream, and Big! Dr. Eggman and his creations, Egg Pawn and Metal Sonic, also make an appearance.

CrossWorlds: Dynamic Racing Across Dimensions

Prepare for a thrilling ride! Travel Rings transport racers between diverse CrossWorlds in real-time, transforming the race with stunning new environments, unexpected obstacles, and even giant monsters! Each of the 15 CrossWorlds offers a unique, theme-park-style experience, adding an element of surprise to every race. The 24 main tracks, combined with the CrossWorlds, ensure a constantly evolving and unpredictable racing experience, reminiscent of Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed's dynamic track changes.

Customization, Extreme Gear, and Powerful Gadgets

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds offers unparalleled vehicle customization. Players can personalize their racers with extensive options, including interchangeable body parts, wheels, vibrant color schemes, and customizable glows. The return of Extreme Gear from Sonic Riders adds a thrilling hoverboard-based racing style. Further enhancing gameplay are 23 unique gadgets, allowing players to fine-tune their racing strategies and unleash powerful power-ups. Sonic Creative Officer Takashi Iizuka calls it "a great culmination of all the Sonic Racing series games to date."

Closed Network Test: Get Involved!

A closed network test, exclusive to PlayStation 5, is scheduled to give fans an early taste of the action.

• Registration: February 12th - 19th, 2025

• Test Dates: February 21st - 24th, 2025

  • 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

Completing the post-test survey earns participants an exclusive in-game sticker and title. Don't miss your chance to experience the future of Sonic racing!