Sonic Racing CrossWorlds DLC to Spotlight SEGA’s Iconic Characters, Confirms Takashi Iizuka

SEGA has unveiled more details about the upcoming post-launch content for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, the highly anticipated arcade racer created by Sonic Team.

In a recent interview with 4Gamer, Sonic Team’s head, Takashi Iizuka, outlined the company’s approach to downloadable content (DLC), shedding light on how SEGA plans to expand the game’s roster on the Nintendo Switch and other platforms. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, published by SEGA, is the latest entry in a series known for teaming up Sonic the Hedgehog with other beloved game characters on dynamic, vibrant race tracks.

Building on its strong legacy after the successful Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing titles, CrossWorlds continues to blend fan service with fast-paced multiplayer action.

The official release brought a robust starting lineup and has promised long-term support via both free and paid downloadable content distributed through the eShop and other digital storefronts. In the interview, Takashi Iizuka confirmed that free DLC updates for Sonic Racing CrossWorlds will primarily spotlight characters from SEGA’s extensive back catalogue and classic franchises.

"The first wave of characters, including Hatsune Miku, Kasuga Ichiban, and Joker, were selected because they are currently central to SEGA's active franchises," Iizuka explained.

"For characters introduced after this group, our team aims to draw from SEGA’s legendary lineup, reminiscent of those featured in Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing.

Players can anticipate new reveals each month." It was also made clear that while SEGA’s internal IPs will form the basis of the free DLC, characters from outside the company’s back catalogue will be included as exclusive content for paid Season Pass holders.

This strategy is designed to reward loyal SEGA fans with familiar faces at no extra cost, while also offering additional value through premium content.

The exact schedule for upcoming DLC releases has not yet been published, but SEGA's commitment to keeping the game's roster fresh is evident. Sonic Racing CrossWorlds has already garnered excitement across the Nintendo eShop and physical retailers, especially among long-time SEGA enthusiasts and supporters of Sonic Team’s projects.

The consistent support with both free and paid DLC aligns with modern trends in post-launch game development and underscores SEGA's dedication to building a vibrant community around its racing titles. For now, as monthly updates begin to roll out, fans of SEGA’s legendary characters should keep an eye on official Nintendo Directs and the Sonic Racing CrossWorlds news feed for further announcements.

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