Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on Switch 2 Includes Full Game on Cartridge
▼ Summary
– Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds releases on September 25 for PS5, Xbox, PC, and Nintendo Switch, featuring the largest roster in the series with characters from Sonic, Persona, Like A Dragon, and Minecraft.
– A dedicated Switch 2 version will launch digitally in the holiday season, with a physical 64GB edition arriving in early 2026; Switch players can upgrade for $10.
– Amazon-exclusive preorders include a poster, while all preorders come with the Sonic Werehog DLC pack featuring a playable character, vehicle, and decal.
– PC players can get discounted Steam keys, with the Digital Deluxe Edition offering early access, a Season Pass, and bonus content like the Sonic Prime Character Pack.
– The game launches with 23 racers, 45 customizable vehicles, 24 main courses, and 15 CrossWorlds tracks, plus local and online multiplayer for up to 12 players.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds speeds onto multiple platforms this September, bringing an unprecedented roster of characters and high-octane racing action. The highly anticipated arcade racer from Sega features not only beloved Sonic characters but also crossover stars from franchises like Persona, Like A Dragon, and Minecraft. Players can look forward to cross-platform multiplayer when the game launches on September 25 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch, with preorders now available for both digital and physical editions.
A special Switch 2 version is in development, though it won’t arrive until later this year in digital form. The physical edition, containing the full game on a 64GB cartridge, is slated for early 2026. For those eager to play at launch, the standard Switch version is available for $60, with a $10 upgrade option when the enhanced Switch 2 release debuts.
Amazon is offering an exclusive preorder bonus for physical copies on Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X, a limited-edition poster included with the game. This follows similar retailer-exclusive promotions for other major titles. Every preorder, regardless of platform, also grants the Sonic Werehog DLC pack, adding a unique character, vehicle, and decal to the game.
PC players can take advantage of discounted preorders through Fanatical, where Steam keys for both standard and Digital Deluxe editions are available at reduced prices. The Digital Deluxe Edition packs in substantial extras, including three-day early access, a Season Pass, and the Sonic Prime Character Pack featuring alternate versions of fan favorites.
With 23 racers at launch, the roster spans classic Sonic heroes and villains alongside surprise guests like Yakuza’s Ichiban, Persona 5’s Joker, and Minecraft’s Steve and Alex. Players will have 45 customizable vehicles to choose from, enhanced by 70 different gadgets. The tracks promise variety too, 24 main courses plus 15 dynamic “CrossWorlds” that can be accessed mid-race using the innovative Travel Ring system.
Whether competing locally in split-screen or racing online with up to 12 players, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds aims to deliver one of the most feature-packed entries in the series. With its expansive content and crossover appeal, it’s shaping up to be a must-play for racing fans.
(Source: GameSpot)
