Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is an enhanced version of SEGA’s kart racer built to take advantage of Switch 2’s extra power while keeping full compatibility with the original Switch ecosystem. You race across land, sea, air, and even space on 24 tracks, using Travel Rings to warp mid‑race into 15 different “CrossWorlds” dimensions, each changing the layout and hazards on the fly. This edition boosts resolution and frame rate, refines visuals, and folds in balance updates, new Gadgets, and online ranking features, making it a much smoother, content‑rich alternative to the standard Switch version.
Key Features
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Ready, Set, Warp: Race on 24 tracks and warp into 15 CrossWorlds via Travel Rings, a mechanic that lets whoever leads choose the next dimension mid‑race so no two races feel identical.
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Big roster: 23 playable characters from Sonic and SEGA universes, with more added post‑launch (including crossover guests like SpongeBob and Joker in updates).
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Deep vehicle building: Mix 45+ unique vehicles with 70 Gadgets to tailor acceleration, handling, defense, and offensive tricks to your racing style.
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Item chaos: 23 different power‑up items, including returning classics and new options like the Monster Truck transformation, to disrupt rivals and shake up races.
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Multiple modes:
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Grand Prix and Time Trials for solo play
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World Match ranked online
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Friend Match custom online lobbies (up to 12 players)
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Local split‑screen and a party‑focused Race Park mode for couch play.
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Switch 2 enhancements: Higher resolutions (reports cite up to 1440p docked / 1080p portable) and a solid 60 fps in single‑player and 2‑player split‑screen, plus new Gadgets and online leaderboards.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Description |
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| Platform | Nintendo Switch 2 (native Edition); also available on original Switch, PS5/PS4, Xbox Series/One, and PC |
| Release (Base Game) | 25 September 2025 worldwide on consoles and PC |
| Switch 2 Digital Edition | 4 December 2025 (digital) |
| Switch 2 Physical | Early 2026; cartridge includes full base game |
| Switch 1/2 Upgrade | Owners of the Switch version can buy a paid upgrade (around $10) to the Switch 2 Edition, with save transfer support. |
| Resolution / Performance | Up to ~1440p docked and 1080p handheld on Switch 2, targeting 60 fps in single‑player and 2‑player split‑screen |
| Characters | 23+ at launch, with additional racers via free and paid updates (including crossover guests) |
| Vehicles & Gadgets | 45+ vehicles and 70 Gadgets for tuning performance and abilities |
| Online | Ranked World Match, online leaderboards, 12‑player Friend Match lobbies, cross‑platform matchmaking mentioned for Switch 2 in community Q&A. |
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