Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Characters and Tracks

updated_at: December 01, 2025 21:28

published_at: February 18, 2025 04:54

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
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Sega has confirmed that the game will launch with 23 characters, 24 main tracks, and 15 CrossWorlds. Read on to learn more about each one.

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Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Characters and Tracks

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds brings together characters from the Sonic the Hedgehog universe and beyond, with racers from across SEGA and Atlus's extensive library, and even guest characters from other popular franchises, all speeding towards the finish line.

This new entry follows in the tire tracks of 2012’s Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, which featured 24 racers, including stars from other SEGA franchises like AiAi (Super Monkey Ball), B.D. Joe (Crazy Taxi), and even the Football Manager from the Football Manager series. CrossWorlds significantly expands on this concept by delivering the largest roster in any Sonic Racing game to date.

In total, with all planned sequential updates, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is set to include a staggering 55 playable characters.

Launch Roster

At launch on September 25, 2025, Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will include a roster of 23 characters. These primarily consist of iconic Sonic characters, such as Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, Amy, Shadow, Eggman, Metal Sonic, Sage, and the Babylon Rogues (Jet, Wave, Storm).

Characters	Description
Sonic the Hedgehog	A Sonic game wouldn’t be one without the Blue Blur himself. With his speed, Sonic is no stranger to the racetrack. His racing career began in Sonic Drift (1994) and its sequel, Sonic Drift 2 (1995), before he blazed onto the track in Sonic R (1997). The 2000s saw Sonic swapping sneakers for hoverboards in Sonic Riders (2006), Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity (2008), and Sonic Free Riders (2010). He also starred in the action-racing duology Sonic Rivals (2006) and Sonic Rivals 2 (2007) on the PSP. More recently, he’s been at the forefront of kart-style racers, including Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing (2010), Sonic & All Stars Racing Transformed (2012), Team Sonic Racing (2019), and the upcoming Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds (2025) in his signature kart, Speedster Lightning.
Miles "Tails"Prower	Tails has been chasing victory alongside Sonic for decades. His racing debut came in Sonic Drift and Sonic Drift 2, where he proved he could keep up with the Blue Blur. He returned to the track in Sonic R, and later hit the skies in Sonic Riders, Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity, and Sonic Free Riders. Tails also competed in Sonic Rivals 2 for the PSP and raced alongside Sega all-stars in Sonic & All Stars Racing Transformed and Team Sonic Racing. He's set to race again in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, behind the wheel of his Whirlwind Sport.
Knuckles the Echidna	The guardian of the Master Emerald himself only started racing alongside Sonic in Sonic Drift 2, but he quickly returned for more in Sonic R, where his gliding abilities gave him an edge against the rest. Knuckles also carved his path through the Sonic Riders and Sonic Rivals series before hitting the kart circuit in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, and Team Sonic Racing. He returns in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds with his signature car, the Land Breaker.
Amy Rose	Amy Rose’s bubbly charm first graced the race course in Sonic Drift and Sonic Drift 2, where she proved she could keep up with the boys on the track. She returned in Sonic R, zipping through courses in her speedy convertible. Amy mastered the skies and Extreme Gear in Sonic Riders, Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity, and Sonic Free Riders. More recently, Amy hit the starting line in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All Stars Racing Transformed, and Team Sonic Racing. She is set to race again on her Pink Cabriolet in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Shadow the Hedgehog	The Ultimate Life Form himself first brought his no-nonsense attitude in 2006’s Sonic Riders. He returned in the aforementioned game’s sequels, Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity and Sonic Free Riders. Shadow also hit the tracks in Sonic Rivals and Sonic Rivals 2. He later showcased his driving skills in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, and Team Sonic Racing. He is set to prove that his mastery of chaos energy translates just as well to the driver’s seat in the upcoming Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Cream the Rabbit and Cheese	Though Cream and Cheese have only shown their racing skills in the Sonic Riders series, they have demonstrated their agility in several other Sonic games. Cream debuted in Sonic Advance 2 (2002) and returned in Sonic Heroes (2003) as part of Team Rose alongside Amy and Big. Her kart-racing debut starts in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Dr. Eggman	Dr. Eggman is always looking to outsmart Sonic and his friends, even on the racetrack. He first revved up his engines in Sonic Drift and Sonic Drift 2 on top of his automobile, the Egg Typhoon. Eggman also showed off his skills in the Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity and Sonic Free Riders. He didn’t stop there, however. Eggman also raced in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, Team Sonic Racing. He is set to return in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, on top of possibly a new "Egg" automobile.
E-123 Omega	E-123 Omega may not have as much experience as his peers when it comes to racing, but he is still a force to be reckoned with on the racetrack. Despite being one of Dr. Eggman’s more advanced creations, he only made his racing debut in Team Sonic Racing and the mobile game Sonic Racing (2019). He races once more on his Cross Dozer in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Zazz	Zazz first appeared as a member of the Deadly Six from Sonic Lost World (2013). Though he has appeared in the online battle-racing game Sonic Forces: Speed Battle (2017), Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is his debut behind the wheel.
Silver the Hedgehog	First introduced in 2006's Sonic the Hedgehog, Silver brings his otherworldly abilities to every race he enters. He debuted his racing talents in both Sonic Rivals games. He then showcased his skills on an Extreme Gear in Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity and Sonic Free Riders. Despite skipping 2010's Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, he appeared in Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed and Team Sonic Racing. He is set to appear in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds on his signature vehicle, the Lightron.
Big the Cat	Big the Cat may not have the speed of Sonic, but he’s no slouch when it comes to racing—especially if there’s fishing involved. While not typically a front-runner in races, Big joined the action in titles like Sonic Heroes, where he helped out as part of the Team Rose trio. His racing career, however, began in Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, where he took the track with his motorcycle, the Green Hopper. Though he didn’t return for 2012’s Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, he did ride once again with his Frog Cruiser in Team Sonic Racing and its mobile counterpart Sonic Racing. He rides a vehicle that resembles the Frog Cruiser in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Rogue the Bat	Rogue the Bat is a treasure hunter who has proven herself on the racetrack time and time again. She made her Extreme Gear debut in Sonic Riders and subsequently competed in Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity and Sonic Free Riders. She has also fought and raced her way to victory in Sonic Rivals 2. While she has only taken the wheel in games like Team Sonic Racing and its mobile counterpart Sonic Racing, she’s set to return to the track in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Vector the Crocodile	Vector the Crocodile may not be the fastest character in the Sonic universe, but he’s got the brains and brawn to back him up. As the leader of Chaotix Detective Agency, Vector is no stranger to action. Not only does he have experience racing due to his appearance in Sonic Free Riders, but he has also appeared behind the wheel in Team Sonic Racing and the mobile game Sonic Racing. He will return in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds aboard his signature vehicle, the Beat Monster.
Espio the Chameleon	Espio the Chameleon’s racing credentials are only limited to two games—Sonic Rivals 2 and Sonic Forces: Speed Battle. Despite this, he will ride behind the wheel in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Charmy Bee	Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is Charmy Bee’s racing debut. Previously, he has only been seen as a cameo or only mentioned in previous Sonic Racing games. He has, however, appeared and proved his mettle in Sonic Heroes as a member of Team Chaotix.
Jet the Hawk	Jet the Hawk finally gets his chance to race against Sonic in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. His rivalry with the Blue Blur has fueled his ambition to compete directly against him—a desire that's been clear since his appearance in the Sonic Riders series, where he established himself as a top racer.
Storm the Albatross	Storm is primarily known for his appearances in the Sonic Riders series, but he will reunite with the Babylon Rogues in Sonic Racing: Crossworlds, where he'll once again take to the track.
Wave the Swallow	Similar to the other members of Babylon Rogue, Wave the Swallow’s experience in the racetrack is limited to her appearances in the Sonic Riders series. However, with her Extreme Gear, Type-S, she will make her technical know-how evident in the upcoming Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Blaze the Cat	First introduced in Sonic Rush (2005), Blaze has since proven that she’s not just a skilled fighter but also a talented racer. Blaze first joined the race track on an Extreme Gear in Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity and Sonic Free Riders. She returned to the racetrack in 2019’s Team Sonic Racing and the mobile game Sonic Racing. Blaze will ride the Royal Chariot in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Metal Sonic	Metal Sonic has been a thorn in Sonic's side since his debut in Sonic the Hedgehog CD (1993). Beyond his initial role as a robotic doppelganger, Metal Sonic has proven his racing prowess in titles like Sonic Drift 2 and Sonic R, as he poses a threat even on the racetrack. He's also appeared as a playable character in several games, including the Sonic Rivals series, Sonic Free Riders, Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing, Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed, and Team Sonic Racing. He returns to the track in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, driving the Formula M.
Sage	Sage is a relatively new character, first appearing in Sonic Frontiers (2022) as the artificial intelligence created by Dr. Eggman to harness the technology of the Ancients. She will, however, be seen in a new light as she takes the wheel in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Egg Pawn	Egg Pawns are most commonly seen as robotic enemies in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, but they will be making their comeback as playable characters in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. They have, however, been seen behind the wheel in Team Sonic Racing, though only as a non-playable character.
Zavok	Zavok is the leader of the Deadly Six. Though he isn't as synonymous with racing as Sonic, he's no stranger to the racetrack. After first appearing in Sonic Lost World (2013), he has since been a formidable foe for Sonic, even in Team Sonic Racing and its mobile counterpart, Sonic Racing. He returns, perhaps aboard the Red Dragoon, in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.

DLC and Bonus Characters

Beyond the launch roster, SEGA has confirmed an impressive lineup of post-launch content that significantly expands the playable character count. The game features both free DLC characters and those included in the Season Pass.

Players who pre-ordered any edition of the game received the Werehog from Sonic Unleashed as a playable character at launch. The Digital Deluxe Edition also grants access to the Sonic Prime Character Pack, which includes Rusty Rose, Tails Nine, and Knuckles the Dread.

Characters	Description
Hatsune Miku	For years, Hatsune Miku, the vocaloid sensation, has graced a multitude of video games, predominantly within her rhythm game series like Project DIVA. Her appearances have spanned genres, from RPGs to fighting games, often as a guest character or through collaborations. Her image has been prominently featured on real-world race cars through sponsorships like Goodsmile Racing’s "Racing Miku" in Super GT, but Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is the first time that she will take the wheel as a playable character. Her image has been prominently featured on real-world race cars through sponsorships like Goodsmile Racing’s "Racing Miku" in Super GT.
Joker	By all accounts, Persona 5’s Joker has never sat behind the wheel of a proper racecar—no kart nor go-kart. That said, Joker’s got one major credential that gets him close to the track: Morgana. In Persona 5, Morgana (who isn’t a cat, by the way) transforms into a van, cat ears and all, once inside the Metaverse. It’s not exactly street-legal, but Morgana’s van form gets the Phantom Thieves where they need to go. Joker may not have competed in a Grand Prix before Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, but he’s logged plenty of hours riding in a sentient feline van that handles better than it has any right to.
Ichiban Kasuga	Before blazing in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Ichiban Kasuga wasn’t exactly a natural behind the wheel. In fact, this foray into racing involved a dented go-kart and a back alley in Kamurocho. Dragon Kart might not be a hyper-realistic simulation, but so is Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. He’ll probably do fine. Probably.
NiGHTS	NiGHTS from Nights Into Dreams comes to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as a free update this December!
AiAi	AiAi from Super Monkey Ball comes to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as a free update in January of 2026!
Tangle	Tangle from the IDW Comic Series comes to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as a free update in February of 2026!
Whisper	Whisper from the IDW Comic Series comes to Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as a free update in February of 2026!
Steve, Alex, Creeper	Steve, Alex, and Creeper made their kart-racing debut in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds as part of the game’s first wave of DLC!
SpongeBob SquarePants	SpongeBob SquarePants is part of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ second wave of DLC!
Patrick Star	Patrick Star is part of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ second wave of DLC!
Pacman and Team Ghost	Pacman and Team Ghost are part of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ third wave of DLC!
Mega Man	Mega Man is part of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ fourth wave of DLC!
Proto Man	Proto Man is part of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds’ fourth wave of DLC!
Werehog	Sonic the Werehog from Sonic Unleashed will be making his kart-racing debut in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds!
Rusty Rose	Rusty Rose from Sonic Prime will be making her kart-racing debut in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds!
Tails Nine	Tails Nine from Sonic Prime will be making his kart-racing debut in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds!
Knuckles the Dread	Knuckles the Dread from Sonic Prime will be making his kart-racing debut in Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds!

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Tracks

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will see Sonic and his friends competing across 24 main courses. Throughout these races, players can activate Travel Rings—special portals that transport them to 15 distinct CrossWorlds.

Currently, Sega has revealed ten main tracks and CrossWorlds. Six of these tracks were showcased in the game’s Closed Network Test. Most of these are fan favorites carried over from previous Sonic games, such as Metal Harbor from Sonic Adventure 2, White Cave from Sonic Riders, and Apotos from Sonic Unleashed.