Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is an exhilarating kart racing game developed and published by SEGA. Featuring fast-paced racing across dimensional tracks, this action-packed title blends iconic characters, customizable vehicles, and dynamic multiplayer modes in the racing genre. 
Gameplay
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds offers adrenaline-fueled racing across 24 diverse tracks with a unique "CrossWorld" mechanic that warps racers mid-race through 15 different dimensional locations, adding unpredictability and fresh challenges. Players choose from 23 iconic Sonic and SEGA characters, each with distinct stats, to race in either transforming cars or Extreme Gear hoverboards. Drifting is key to mastering each race, boosting speed and control on sharp turns, while performing mid-air tricks grants additional speed boosts. The game features robust customization, with 45 unlockable vehicles and 70 different gadgets that provide strategic passive benefits or enhancements. Racing modes include solo Grand Prix, local split-screen multiplayer, and cross-platform online multiplayer supporting up to 12 players. Race Park mode introduces team-based objectives, creating varied competitive experiences. Players can also engage in time trials to perfect their lap times and unlock additional music tracks for races.
Story
While Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds focuses primarily on vibrant, fast-paced racing rather than a traditional story, it centers around Sonic and friends racing across the multiverse through mysterious Travel Rings that transport them to new and exciting CrossWorlds. These interdimensional locations challenge racers with shifting track layouts, environmental hazards, and "frenzy" modifiers that amplify the chaos and excitement. The diverse cast from the Sonic universe, including fan favorites and new rivals, brings energetic personalities to the competition, reinforcing the classic Sonic spirit of speed, rivalry, and fun exploration of strange new worlds.
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds key features
- Innovative "CrossWorld" mechanic: Warp mid-race through dimensional Travel Rings across 15 unique CrossWorlds.
- 23 iconic Sonic and SEGA characters with unique stats and customizable vehicles.
- 45 vehicles and 70 gadgets for extensive customization and tactical racing advantages.
- Multiple race modes including solo Grand Prix, local split-screen, and up to 12-player cross-platform online multiplayer.
- Dynamic track layouts and race modifiers that create unpredictable race experiences.
- Team-based Race Park mode featuring challenges and point-based competition.
- Time trial mode with medal rewards and unlockable classic Sonic music tracks.
- Available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC with cross-platform play support.
