May 28, 2026 – SEGA is thrilled to announce that a free update featuring Arle from Puyo Puyo is now available for Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds. In addition, a limited-time crossover event, Puyo Puyo Festival, will kick off on May 29. During the event, players can collect Festival Points to obtain exclusive in-game items.
A trailer showcasing Arle has been unveiled. Be sure to check it out!
On the Nintendo eShop, you can save 30% on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds right now. Take the wheel and join the fun!
*The sale only takes place in certain areas within Southeast Asia.
Puyo Puyo Arle – Introduction Trailer
Arle Joins the Race in a Free Update!
Commandeer the track as Arle and take the helm of his signature Machine, the Twinkle Bayoen. This update also adds four tracks from the Puyo Puyo series to the game. Visit the Jukebox to set them as background music for your races!
New Songs
- A Long-awaited Spacetime Journey!
- A Long-awaited Spacetime Journey! [for Final Lap]
- A Long-awaited Spacetime Journey! Vocal Version
- A Long-awaited Spacetime Journey! Vocal Version [for Final Lap]
- A Long-awaited Spacetime Journey! Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 Version
Puyo Puyo Festival Coming Soon
Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will be hosting a special Puyo Puyo Festival from May 29!
Join one of three teams and compete to score the most points. Each race offers a different challenge—perform the most Touch Boosts or complete other special objectives! Earn Festival Points during the event to unlock exclusive in-game items, including a new decal, horn, and more!
Schedule: May 29, 8:00 AM–June 1, 2026, 7:59 AM (UTC+8)
Rewards
Festival-exclusive gadgets will become available to players in future updates.
Alternative ways of obtaining Festival rewards may be introduced in the future.
Save 30% on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition
The Nintendo eShop is offering a discount on Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds – Nintendo Switch™ 2 Edition through June 10. Time to hop into the driver’s seat and hit the track!
Updated Free Demo Available
Extreme Gear Machines are now available in the demo.
Anyone on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games can try Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds for free!
Download the free demo to customize Machines, equip different Gadgets, and put them to the test in Grand Prix or Time Trial. You can also transfer your save data once you pick up the full game!
*Only the PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games demos will receive the update.